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Everything You Need to Know About the SAT/ACT Essay

by triedtutoring | October 12, 2020 | SAT/ACT, Test Prep, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Prepping for the SAT or ACT is not usually a student's idea of a good time, but when it comes to the essay section there is plenty to celebrate. Both SAT and ACT essays are optional, which means you can register to take the SAT or ACT and opt out of writing the essay....

Staying Connected During COVID

by triedtutoring | September 28, 2020 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The year 2020 has brought many changes for high school students, from virtual learning to social distancing. While virtual learning has been successful for some and challenging for others, social distancing has been a struggle for almost all high schoolers. Months of...

The 123s of College Admissions During COVID

by triedtutoring | September 7, 2020 | College Admissions, College Prep | 0 Comments

Tri-Ed Tutoring's Founder and Director Amanda Paldao interviewed Victoria Turner Turco, owner of Turner Educational Advising and co-creator of Applying to College 123, to discuss changes in this year's college admissions process during COVID-19. Q: With so many test...

Top Three Concerns with Educational Testing

by triedtutoring | August 20, 2020 | Study Skills | 0 Comments

She's just lazy. He's not motivated. School is not her thing. These labels and perceptions can not only hurt, they can be 100% inaccurate. Students with undiagnosed learning disabilities may appear to be slacking off when their brains are simply unable to process...

How to Request Accommodations for the SAT or ACT

by triedtutoring | August 6, 2020 | SAT/ACT, Study Skills | 0 Comments

You might be surprised at the number of accommodations available for standardized test takers. The long list includes familiar accommodations for students with learning disabilities, such as extended time and added breaks, as well as accommodations for students with...

Back to School: Making the Most of Virtual Learning

by triedtutoring | July 31, 2020 | Back to School, Study Skills | 0 Comments

The start of this school year will not look like the others. The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on public education as all Virginia schools closed abruptly in March and many will begin two weeks late this year. Instead of taking that bus ride to school Monday...

SAT Prep for High School Freshmen and Sophomores

by triedtutoring | July 7, 2020 | SAT/ACT, Test Prep | 0 Comments

Prepping for the SAT or ACT two to three months before the test date can feel a little overwhelming. That's why parents ask us all the time how their students can get a jumpstart on test prep freshman and sophomore years of high school. There are certainly ways to...

Planning for Success: Setting Career Goals, Part 4

by triedtutoring | June 29, 2020 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The difference between a senior in high school considering a major for the first time and a middle school student setting career goals is the process in which they make the decision. If you have not thought much about your future before heading off to college, you...

It’s Time to Apply for College… is it Smart to Apply Early?

by triedtutoring | June 18, 2020 | College Admissions | 0 Comments

Regular admissions, rolling admissions, early decision, early action… all of these terms refer to college application deadlines. Unfamiliar with the college lingo? Take a few moments to read our previous blog post and learn all about each deadline option. Then, read...

Community Service During COVID-19

by triedtutoring | June 3, 2020 | College Admissions | 0 Comments

Community service is noticeably different now with many organizations and non-profits closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but that doesn't mean you can't still serve the community. It just requires a little time and creativity. Beyond the desire to serve others...

College Campus Resources

by triedtutoring | Mar 8, 2020 | College Prep | 0 Comments

Living on a college campus is a unique and exciting experience. You probably won't ever live in a building with hundreds of other students your age or enjoy lunches and dinners you don't have to cook after the college years. While the dorms and dining hall are staples...

Test Taking Tips

by triedtutoring | Feb 28, 2020 | Midterms, Study Skills | 0 Comments

If there is one thing students are familiar with, it’s exams. All kinds of exams; the ones with multiple choice answers, true/false questions, an essay or two, and yes... even math exams! While it's important to understand subject content, it is also helpful to apply...

The Benefits of Community College

by triedtutoring | Feb 18, 2020 | College Prep | 0 Comments

As friends receive their college acceptance letters and start planning their lives after high school, living at home and attending community college might not seem nearly as exciting. Although you won't experience late night study sessions with friends in the dorm...

Should I Take the ACT or SAT?

by triedtutoring | Feb 12, 2020 | Choosing the Right Test, SAT/ACT | 0 Comments

One of the questions we are asked most frequently is “should I take the ACT”? I always tell juniors that they should try both the SAT and the ACT. Even if you do not take an official test, you should at least take a practice test of each to get an idea of the...

Is that a Good SAT or ACT Score?

by triedtutoring | Feb 6, 2020 | SAT/ACT, Test Scores | 0 Comments

When the SAT or ACT scores come out, we are often asked, “Is that a good SAT or ACT score?” This is a tough question to answer because “good” is very relative. Before I answer that question for a parent or student, I always ask which schools will the student apply to?...

Opportunity Knocks: Choosing Career Paths, Part 2

by triedtutoring | Feb 3, 2020 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Years ago, employees prepared for one career with one company and retired after 30 years of working for that company. Today, there are no guarantees when it comes to a job, no promises that you will be employed with a company until you’re ready to move on. The more...

The Sky’s the Limit: Self-Assessment and Career Exploration, Part 1

by triedtutoring | Jan 26, 2020 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

It's never too early to daydream about your future career. Remember in elementary school when you sported a white doctor’s coat with a stethoscope and pretended to treat patients or taught your favorite subject to a group of imaginary students? In middle school you...

SAT/ACT Grammar Rules

by triedtutoring | Jan 12, 2020 | SAT/ACT, Test Prep | 0 Comments

The writing section of the SAT or English section of the ACT both require a strong understanding of grammar and usage rules. On the SAT, the Standard English Conventions questions test students on grammar to include verbs, punctuation (comma, colon, apostrophe, etc.),...

The Remedy for Senioritis

by triedtutoring | Jan 6, 2020 | Study Skills | 0 Comments

There’s a disease called senioritis, and we hear it’s contagious. It usually peaks around February of senior year, after early decision acceptance letters have been opened and college plans confirmed. Symptoms include a lack of motivation, decreased attention to...

Regroup for More Success and Less Stress This School Year

by triedtutoring | Dec 31, 2019 | Study Skills | 0 Comments

As winter drags on and first semester is behind us, it’s easy to lose that motivation that you started the year with. It’s around this time that we start to see a breakdown in the homework routine leading to overwhelmed students that are struggling to catch back up or...

Reading Between the Lines: Tips for Success on the SAT & ACT Reading

by triedtutoring | Dec 18, 2019 | SAT/ACT, Test Prep | 0 Comments

Reading at least 15 minutes a day improves your reading skills… and your test scores. In fact, the results of a nationally normed reading comprehension test revealed a 30 point difference between high schoolers that read every day and those that did not.* Read on for...

Adding it Up: Tricks & Traps for the SAT & ACT Math

by triedtutoring | Dec 12, 2019 | SAT/ACT, Test Prep | 0 Comments

The beauty of algebra lies in the simplicity of one correct answer (and only one!). Not only is the answer to a math question either correct or incorrect, there’s objective reasoning to back it up. Keep these tips and tricks in mind when sitting for the math section...

How to Select AP Classes

by triedtutoring | Dec 2, 2019 | College Admissions, College Prep | 0 Comments

Honors, or pre-AP, classes differ from regular classes in that they are generally faster paced and often dive deeper into subject content. Some schools offer honors classes freshman through senior year, although many cut the honors version of a course if the...

A Major Decision: How to Choose a College Major

by triedtutoring | Nov 26, 2019 | College Prep | 0 Comments

A major, or declared field of study, is an important decision as it indicates which classes you must take to earn a college degree. These major classes are designed to provide the knowledge and academic background needed for an entry-level job in a specific field....

5 Reasons PSAT Scores Matter

by triedtutoring | Nov 20, 2019 | SAT/ACT | 0 Comments

The PSAT test is more than just a trial run for the SAT; there are many benefits to taking this test. Although your scores aren't viewed by college admissions reps, the PSAT offers helpful insight into your test taking and academic abilities, as well as a potential...

Addressing Conflict in the Classroom

by triedtutoring | Nov 13, 2019 | Study Skills | 0 Comments

Some teachers are easy to click with. They inspire and encourage, teaching you not only about a subject but about life. You genuinely look forward to their class and might even seek them out for advice. On the other hand, some teachers aren't as easy to connect with....

Changes to the ACT

by triedtutoring | Nov 3, 2019 | SAT/ACT | 0 Comments

Changes are coming to the ACT! Starting spring of 2021,* high school students sitting for the ACT can retake individual test sections as opposed to the entire test. For example, a student who scored high on the math and science sections but low on the reading and...

On College Time: 4 Time Management Tips for the College Freshman

by triedtutoring | Oct 28, 2019 | College Prep | 0 Comments

The independence and freedom of college life can be liberating... and stressful! When transitioning from a 30 hour school week and constant parental reminders to a 15 hour school week and no one looking over your shoulder, you have plenty of opportunities to manage...

How to Choose a Safety School

by triedtutoring | Oct 22, 2019 | College Admissions, College Prep | 0 Comments

Applying to college involves more than a completed application; it requires research and a strategy. With fierce competition among the elite, and not so elite, colleges, there are no guarantees you will be accepted into your top school. That's why the best college...

College Roadmap

by triedtutoring | Oct 14, 2019 | College Admissions, College Prep | 0 Comments

"Overwhelming" is the number one word we hear to describe the college admissions process. Since every choice matters when it comes to college admissions, the weight of a single choice can feel excruciating. Our goal at Tri-Ed Tutoring is to take that weight off your...

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