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All About Fractions!
Learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions with free video lessons. Fractions are challenging for most students. That’s...
Frequently Asked Questions about the HSPT
Applying to private Catholic schools is a long process that is often confusing for parents. That’s why we’ve put together a list of...
The 30 Most Common Grammar Rules on the HSPT
The last section of the HSPT is the Language Section, which includes grammar questions, spelling questions, and composition questions. In...
HSPT Spelling Rules & Commonly Misspelled Words
The Language section of the HSPT is made up of a variety of question types, one of which is spelling. Many students struggle with...
Approaching Analogies on the HSPT
The Verbal Skills section of the HSPT is made up of five question types, one of which is analogy questions. Analogies are challenging for...
Approaching Word Classification Questions on the HSPT
The Verbal Skills section of the HSPT is made up of five question types, one of which is word classification questions. Word...
Approaching Logic Questions on the HSPT
The Verbal Skills section of the HSPT is made up of five question types, one of which is logic questions. Logic questions are challenging...
The ISEE Essay: Tips and Practice Prompts
Essay Overview The ISEE essay is the last section of the ISEE. Students are given 30 minutes to respond to a prompt. The essay is not...
Overview of the HSPT
The HSPT (High School Placement Test) is an admissions test used by many Catholic high schools. The test is broken up into five different...
Overview of the ISEE Lower Level
The Lower Level ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is an admissions test used by many independent schools throughout the United...
Overview of the ISEE Upper Level
The Upper Level ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is an admissions test used by many independent schools throughout the United...
Overview of the ISEE Middle Level
The Middle Level ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is an admissions test used by many independent schools throughout the United...
Should you add score recipients when registering for the ISEE?
As you’re registering your child for the ISEE, you’ll be asked if you want to send your scores to any schools. While this step may seem...
Preparing for the ISEE in Just One Week
Taking the ISEE in one week and wondering how to best prepare? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. If you only have one week to prepare...
How is the ISEE Scored?
The ISEE consists of four sections which are scored separately and included on a report that is sent to you and any schools that you...
Top 5 Private School Interview Questions
The private school interview is an important part of a student’s application: it’s a chance for students to show what they can contribute...
6 Must Do’s the Week Before the ISEE
The big day is almost here! You’ve spent months preparing for the ISEE, and you’re one week away from taking your official test. You’ve...
Expert Tips for Improving Your Vocabulary
The vocabulary words that show up on all three levels of the ISEE and the HSPT are challenging, so it’s important for students to start...
How to Prevent Silly Mistakes in Math
One of the most common questions we hear from parents is, “Why does my child make so many silly mistakes, and how can I help them stop?”...
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