Blog
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How to Start off the Year on the Right Foot
- October 15, 2022
- Paris William Polatidis
Whether you’re just starting middle school or are entering eighth grade, it is crucial to make sure that you continue to work hard and keep your grades up. Obtaining high grades in middle school is very important for the high school admissions process. Top high schools will especially prioritize your grades in seventh grade when making admissions decisions so it is incredibly important to try your best if you are entering seventh grade this year. Additionally, by making an effort to understand your academic material in middle school, you will be setting a strong academic foundation for high school.
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How to Form a Strong Bond With Your Teachers
- October 10, 2022
- Paris William Polatidis
Whether you like it or not, teachers are instrumental throughout the high school admissions process. Besides being responsible for teaching you the necessary content for class, teacher’s also have a major impact on your odds of getting into a high school of your choice. Having a strong relationship with your teachers is key to finding success in class and for high school recommendation letters which many non-specialized high schools require.
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Study Tips To Conquer Tests
- May 17, 2022
- Paris William Polatidis
Have you ever studied really hard for a quiz or a test, but drew a blank when you sat down to take it? I am sure this has happened to almost everyone at some point, and it can be very frustrating and discouraging. It can be easy to blame failing a test on not studying for it, however, it can be hard to diagnose why one may be struggling if they are working hard. If you frequently face this problem, please understand that you’re not alone and that there are many strategies you can input into your study time that will allow you to achieve greater success.
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How To Crush The SHSAT
- May 06, 2022
- Paris William Polatidis '23
The SHSAT is a grueling three hour exam out of 800 points that tests students grammar, reading comprehension, and math skills. The eight specialized high schools (besides LaGuardia high school), only look at student’s SHSAT scores and do not factor in grades or extracurriculars. Therefore, if you want to attend a specialized high school, you must excel on this exam.
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How To Avoid Procrastination and Stay Ahead of Your Work
- March 06, 2022
- Paris Polatidis ‘23
We’ve all had that guilty feeling when we put off work for too long. Whether it's Youtube, a sport’s game, or speaking with friends, homework can often be thrust to the side. Procrastination can be a silent killer: it increases stress, wastes time, and lowers grades. Fighting procrastination takes an immense amount of effort and hard work. However, the tips outlined below should help jumpstart your journey towards productivity.
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How to Join a Sports Team! Updated for 2021
- May 19, 2021
- Oliwia Caes
One of the best ways to stay active and get more involved in the school setting is to join a sports team! Being on a sports team has numerous benefits. It gives you extracurricular activities to build your profile, the ability to create friendships through spending time with a group, and a chance to simply relax and unwind after a full day in the classroom.