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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...

Plan A, B, and C: Comparing and Ranking Career Choices, Part 3

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

On average, Americans change jobs 12 times during their lifetimes and work less than five years in one job.* Since you will most likely work in more than one field throughout your career, it's important to prepare for more than one job. When creating a career plan...

Why Take the SAT in a Test Optional World?

by triedtutoring | May 22, 2020 | SAT/ACT | 0 Comments

Since its inception in 1926, the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) has encountered its fair share of controversy, from a lack of equity to skepticism regarding its validity in predicting a student's success in college. Over the past few years, more and more colleges have...

When Should I Prepare for and Take the SAT or ACT? Part II

by triedtutoring | May 10, 2020 | SAT/ACT, Test Prep | 0 Comments

In the last blog, we talked about questions to consider when planning your SAT and ACT test dates and preparation for those tests during junior and senior year. You can check out those questions here. Now that you know what to consider, it's time to put that...

When Should I Prepare For and Take the SAT or ACT? Part I

by triedtutoring | May 1, 2020 | SAT/ACT, Test Prep | 0 Comments

Many students and parents ask when the SAT or ACT test should be taken and when test prep should start. There are many factors to consider and it can vary based on the student’s starting scores and goal score. Below are some things to consider. Take a practice test...

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...

Free Money for College

by triedtutoring | Oct 8, 2019 | College Prep | 0 Comments

Who doesn't want free money for college tuition, textbooks, and living expenses? That's exactly what you get when you are offered, or awarded, an academic scholarship or grant. Scholarships are typically awarded based on merit; if you've excelled in academics,...

Learning Styles & Preferences

by triedtutoring | Sep 30, 2019 | Study Resources, Study Skills | 0 Comments

Have you ever paid close attention in class only to realize at the sound of the bell that you have no idea what your teacher has been talking about? If this happens often with the same teacher, he or she may not be teaching to your learning style. A learning style is...

Test Optional Admissions

by triedtutoring | Sep 26, 2019 | College Admissions, College Prep | 0 Comments

It may seem like SAT testing is just another obstacle in the college admissions process. However, these test scores are often used to compare applicants living in different geographic locations. Not only do coursework and graduation requirements vary by state, and...

What is FAFSA?

by triedtutoring | Sep 20, 2019 | College Prep | 0 Comments

College is expensive, there's no doubt about it. The cost of a bachelor's degree at a state, public university could be upwards of $80,000. Since college is a big investment, the federal and state governments as well as individual colleges and career schools offer...

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