The second semester of junior year is a big test-prep time for many students. In addition to the SAT and ACT, students are preparing for many other standardized exams. As an educational consultant serving students in Brentwood, Franklin, and Nashville, I see firsthand how stressful this time of year can be. Many Nashville test-preparation services offer private and small-group learning options. I find that students who set aside time and a place to practice exams at home tend

Rarely does anyone enjoy taking standardized exams. They are long, require months of preparation, and provide an objective measurement that is then compared to all other applicants. Many colleges require the ACT, SAT, and SAT II, but some consider these components to be optional in the admissions process. The bottom line is this: If you don’t give test prep 100%, then don’t expect to get the results that you want. Slacking off, not studying, and procrastinating with test pre

I am a firm believer that every student should sit for the PSAT before taking the SAT. Although the PSAT and SAT have many similarities, there are distinctions that should be considered. In addition to the PSAT being good practice for the SAT, it also serves as a qualifying exam for The National Merit Scholarship Program, which is an annual academic competition among high school students for recognition and college scholarships. Although some colleges consider themselves "Te