by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Mar 31, 2020 | Athlete Admissions
The Covid-19 outbreak has affected all of our lives this year. In a nod to help NCAA athletes at the end of their eligibility, the NCAA has announced that it will allow schools to self-apply extensions for a year to any spring athlete who was at the end of their...
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Jun 30, 2018 | Athlete Admissions
1. Stanford University Academic Eligibility Requirements Ranked #1 on our list of Top Division One schools is Stanford University. Their unmatched combination of academic excellence as well as NCAA national championships in a number of DI sports puts them securely at...
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Jun 24, 2018 | Learning Disabilites
The Problem You recognize that your child doesn’t seem to be getting the test scores and grades that you think they should. They study, they seem to know the material when you talk to them, but for some reason their test scores and grades don’t seem to...
by Jason Golod | Jun 22, 2018 | Quotes
A great reminder that college is not the destination in life. College is merely a stepping stone to help our children achieve one of their life goals. Sometimes it is easy to forget this with all of the hard work that students and families as a whole put into the...
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Nov 21, 2016 | Test Preparation
The PSAT is usually given in October for sophomores and juniors. While it is not necessary, students should take the opportunity to brush up on their PSAT/SAT skills before taking the test. Students may receive a National Merit Scholarship by scoring a high score on...
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Nov 21, 2016 | Test Preparation
Many students take a PSAT test during October of their sophomore year. Yet, some don’t start until their junior year. Whenever you plan to take it, it’s nice to feel a little prepared for what to expect. This year the PSAT’s will be offered on Wednesday, October...
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Nov 19, 2016 | Test Preparation
Test Day Essentials Remember to bring the following with you on Saturday morning: Registration slip (print off of SAT/ACT website) Directions to test center Calculator (extra batteries if you think you’ll need them) Approved calculators: i. four-function...
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Nov 19, 2016 | Test Preparation
In Episode 3, Danielle walks you through the second set of ACT test taking strategies and how to mentally prepare for the ACT the week before the test. https://daniellebianchi.s3.amazonaws.com/podcasts/testpreparation/ACT_Podcast_Calm_FINAL.mp3Podcast: Play in new...
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Nov 19, 2016 | Test Preparation
In Episode 2, Danielle takes you through each of the 5 sections of the ACT and gives you some great tips and strategies you can use while preparing and on test day. Plus, she takes you through what you should consider bringing on test day....
by Danielle Bianchi Golod | Nov 19, 2016 | Test Preparation
Episode 1 – What to Bring to the ACT Test on Test Day Probably the most asked question my students have is what to bring to the ACT test on the actual test day. Here is a list of things that you should consider bringing to help you perform at your best when...