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APRIL 22ND, 2013
By DAN@APLUSTUTORING.COM

April 2013 Newsletter

In This Issue:

Courtney Turnbull, SAT Preparation Tutoring Student

Courtney Turnbull
Lower Moreland HS
SAT Score Improvement:
250 Points

Comparing College Costs with Net Price Calculators
At some private universities, the total annual cost, including tuition, room and board, fees, and other expenses, is approaching $60,000 per year. As costs have continued to rise, so has the need for accurate information about the potential costs of attending a particular college.
Testing Timers Watches Now Available at A+

A+ is offering these watches for $39.95, with free shipping. Just call our office at 215.886.9188 to order. Also note that we are providing an introductory offer to students who register for a complete test prep tutoring program for the September ACT or October SAT exam. Students enrolling in one of these programs will receive a complimentary Testing Timers(tm)watch. Please mention Offer Code: TT2013.
Featured SAT Student: Courtney TurnbullWith her can-do attitude, Courtney was able to raise her score 250 points. Determined as ever, she’s not ready to stop just yet. Courtney plans to take the SAT again in June, spending more time practicing the techniques she learned from A+.

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MARCH 19TH, 2013
By DAN@APLUSTUTORING.COM

March 2013 Newsletter

Michael Lehrich Neshaminy High School 220 point increase on the SAT

Michael Lehrich
Neshaminy High School, 220 point increase on the SAT

In This Issue:
Building Your College List
Finding a college that is the right fit for a student can be a long and time-consuming process. Starting early can relieve some of the stress, and will likely result in a better choice.
Featured SAT Student: Michael Lehrich
Seventeen-year-old Michael decided to get a test prep tutor because he wasn’t satisfied with his SAT scores last March. He enjoyed working with Julie because she worked at his skill level, he said. They were able to focus most of their efforts on the questions he struggled with.
SAT and ACT Proctored Exam Schedule for Spring 2013

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FEBRUARY 12TH, 2013
By DAN@APLUSTUTORING.COM

February 2013 Newsletter

Featured ACT Preparation Student Dan Graeff


Dan Graeff
Wissahickon HS
4 Pt. ACT Composite Score Increase

In This Issue:

The Genius of Creativity
Many experts agree that creativity is not limited to those who are especially gifted. In fact, creativity is something that can be practiced and learned.
SAT and ACT Proctored Exam Schedule for Spring 2013
Featured ACT Student: Dan Graeff
Daniel Graeff, a highly motivated and focused junior at Wissahickon High School, wanted his college board test scores to accurately reflect the determination and hard work he dedicated to preparing for college. 

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JANUARY 22ND, 2013
By DAN@APLUSTUTORING.COM

January 2013 Newsletter

College Admission Essays

 

 

 

 




In This Issue:

A New Twist on College Admissions Essays
Colleges are asking prospective students to show a little more flair this year, giving students room to creatively express their personalities in their application essays. New essay questions require students to branch out from the standard responses so often submitted with college applications.
SAT and ACT Proctored Exam Schedule for Spring 2013
Free, no-obligation, proctored ACT and SAT practice exams are open to current A+ students and to members of the community.
Preparation for College Requires More Than Academics
A number of education experts say that students’ lack of “soft skills” such as time management, socialization skills, and dealing with failure, contribute to low college-completion rates in the United States.

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DECEMBER 18TH, 2012
By APLUSADMIN

December 2012 Newsletter

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Matt Field

Matt Field
The Crefeld School
5 Point ACT
Composite Score Increase

In This Issue:

Featured ACT Student: Matt Field

Matt chose A+ Test Prep and Tutoring, and was paired up with tutor Melissa Nash. According to Matt, “A tutor really helps you get ready for the ACT and become familiar with the format. Tutoring helps you learn the material and learn your weaknesses and strengths.”

Motivating Students to Learn with “Mindsets”

One definition of motivation is “the process that initiates, guides and maintains goal-oriented behaviors.” One of the challenges many tutors, parents and teachers face every day is figuring out what motivates their students.

Digital Devices: Distractions or Learning Tools?

As digital technology proliferates, devices such as laptop computers, cell phones, and tablets are becoming more and more a part of daily life. And as the technology becomes ubiquitous, the debate over its impact on student behavior and attention spans continues.

SAT and ACT Proctored Exam Schedule for January 2013

Free, no-obligation, proctored ACT and SAT practice exams are open to current A+ students and to members of the community.

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NOVEMBER 6TH, 2012
By APLUSADMIN

November 2012 Newsletter

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Admissions Officers' Tips for Applying to College

 

In This Issue:

Admissions Officers’ Tips for Applying to College
Applying to college can sometimes feel like a game of chance. There is no way to know for sure who will win the game and be admitted to the school of hirs or her choice. Students going through the process repeatedly hear that there is no one formula for success.
SAT and ACT Proctored Exam Schedule for Fall 2012
Free, no-obligation, proctored ACT and SAT practice exams are open to current A+ students and to members of the community. This is a great opportunity for students to take the ACT or SAT in a simulated test-center environment prior to sitting for the “real” thing.  Students will receive a detailed score report which includes an analysis of their strengths and weaknesses on the exam.
Tracking Grades and Attendance Online
In an ever-evolving digital age, many parents now have students’ grades and attendance at their fingertips via their schools’ websites. Some schools have even implemented technology which sends text alerts to parents when a student receives a poor grade, doesn’t turn in an assignment, or is tardy to a class.

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OCTOBER 15TH, 2012
By APLUSADMIN

October 2012 Newsletter

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Sir Ken Robinson

Sir Ken Robinson

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SAT and ACT Proctored Exam Schedule for Fall 2012

Free, no-obligation, proctored ACT and SAT practice exams are open to current A+ students and to members of the community. This is a great opportunity for students to take the ACT or SAT in a simulated test-center environment prior to sitting for the “real” thing.  Students will receive a detailed score report which includes an analysis of their strengths and weaknesses on the exam.

Sir Ken Robinson – Encouraging Creativity in Our Classrooms

Hailed as an “expert in creativity, innovation and human resources,” Sir Ken Robinson has dedicated his life and research to bringing creativity back to the classroom. He calls it a “revolution in the culture of education.” Robinson believes that many of the world’s current educational institutions “stifle creativity,” ultimately leading to economic disaster, according to an interview with CNN.
Test Prep and College Admissions Open House October 11

In October we will be holding an Open House at our Jenkintown location. The purpose of this event is to answer questions from parents and students about test preparation and the college admissions process.
Learning Ally – Helping Those with Disabilities Read

Learning Ally is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to “Promote personal achievement when access and reading are barriers to learning, by advancing the use of accessible and effective educational solutions.”

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SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2012
By APLUSADMIN

August 2012 Newsletter

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In This Issue

Test Prep and College Admissions Open House

This fall we will be holding two Open Houses at our Jenkintown location. The purpose of these events is to answer questions from parents and students about test preparation and the college admissions process.
SAT and ACT Proctored Exam Schedule for Fall 2012
Free, no-obligation, proctored ACT and SAT practice exams are open to current A+ students and to members of the community.
Questions to Ask During College Tours
As fall approaches, high school seniors will start the college application process. In hopes of finding the right fit, they will review college rankings and reports, and leaf through student testimonials.
How Family Vacations Can Be Fun and Educational
Family vacations can be a great opportunity to have time together as a family, and to create some wonderful memories, before kids grow older and either don’t have the time, or are no longer interested in spending so much time with their families.
Featured SAT Prep Student: Dan Teano
High School: Delaware County Christian School;  SAT Score Improvement: 370 Points;  Dan Teano has a lot to be proud of.

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AUGUST 2ND, 2012
By APLUSADMIN

July 2012 Newsletter

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In This Issue:

Gabby

Featured Student: Gabby Tofig

High School: Council Rock North

SAT Score Improvement: 330 Points

Three-season varsity athlete and distinguished honors student Gabby Tofig knows the value of hard work. She also knows that focus is the key to success.

Hopeful Students Perform Better

“A growing (but still small) body of research is finding that students with high levels of hope get better grades and graduate at higher rates than those with lower levels, and that the presence of hope in a student is a better predictor of grades and class ranking than standardized test scores.”

Turning Short-Term Memory into Long-Term Memory

To better understand the role that illness, injury, and learning disabilities play in your child’s ability to recall or memorize information, it’s important to understand how the brain works.

 

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JULY 3RD, 2012
By APLUSADMIN

June 2012 Newsletter

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In this issue:

Katie

 

 

 

 

 

Featured Student: Katelyn Kline
High School: Hatboro-Horsham.  SAT Score Improvement: 210 Points

College Costs: On the Rise, Evolving and…Negotiable
“Since 2001, tuition and fees at four-year public colleges in the United States have risen at an annual average of 5.6 percent.”
Loans and Financial Aid: Potential Changes with the 2012 Presidential Election
In this article we will look at how the policies of the Obama Administration compare to those of a possible Romney Administration when it comes to financial aid for college.