Chinese Teen Tutoring

Chinese Teen TutoringThere are many Chinese learning programs for children that are based on the traditional Chinese concept of studying. As part of these programs, students will be exposed to the culture, history and traditions of China. In order to make the study fun and exciting, the parents should also be involved.The parent-teacher discussion about the study program in Chinese is quite important. At the start of each year, a proper planning should be done to see what benefits the parents would get out of it. You should plan a vacation together with your son or daughter as well as a night on the town.After the trip to school, the parents can play games, go shopping, and spend time in new things. This is one way of showing your appreciation to the child. Sometimes, the trip can also be a day long. Since most of the trips are personal, it is advisable to include the father.As a good example of this, imagine the father that went with his wife and child when they were on a business t rip to China. They went shopping, for a dinner and enjoyed a nice meal. At the end of the day, there was a visit to some restaurants. During this vacation, the father and son had a good bonding experience together.These trips to China are also filled with fun sports. They have beach volleyball, basketball, and swimming. These trips are very fun because they are not in uniform. For example, swimming in the water and using the swimming pool is the same for children and adults.While studying in a Chinese program can be enjoyable, it is not easy. It may be even more difficult for young students that have to spend the entire day studying. The Chinese government has made it compulsory to learn the language during their age 10 or higher. This is to avoid those who have not yet learned to write in Chinese language to try to learn it at an early age.The best thing about learning Chinese through Chinese tutoring is that the student gets to learn at his or her own pace. It is a good opportunit y for the parents to improve their communication skills with their children. The child learns to understand the culture and traditions as well as the language. A Chinese teen tutoring will also give a student a sense of self-confidence and let him or her feel more in control.

Learn Common False Cognates Between Portuguese and English

Learn Common False Cognates Between Portuguese and English English and Portuguese contain a lot of false cognates, also known as false friends. These are words that look like they should have the same meaning, but dont. Often times this can lead to funny or embarrassing situations, so its good to know them. Below weve created a list of some of the most common false cognates.Please tell us in comments if you think weve missed any, and well add them. Also, you can try our Portuguese-English False Cognate Quiz here.False Cognates English-Portuguese:1. Atualmente Actually.In English actually means an existing fact. Example: I actually just arrived from the office. If you want to say atualmente you can use the words today,  currently,  or nowadays. For example, The United States is currently recovering from a recession.2. Assistir Assist.In English assist means to help or give support to someone or something. Example:  I assisted the medics with the rescue of the woman.  If you want to say assistir you can use the words attend, watch, or partic ipate. Example: I attended the parents and teachers meeting last Saturday.3. Balcão Balcony.In English balcony is the outside viewing area that is attached to an apartment or home. Example:  Our balcony is off our living room and overlooks the park.  If you want to say balcão  you can use the word counter. Example:  The plates on the counter are clean.4. Costume Costume.In English costume is a disguise worn on the stage or at parties or for special occasions. Example: Im wearing a clown costume for Halloween.  If you want to say costume with the Portuguese meaning,  you can use the word custom or tradition Example:  We have lost many of our customs in the United States.5. Data Data.In English data  means a collection of information and facts. Example:  I need all the data on the case before I make a judgement.  If you want to say data with the Portuguese meaning, you can use the word date. (note: the e is silent and the a is long. It sounds like dayt) Example:  Our wedding date is October 5th.6. Designar Design.In English design as a verb means to plan the form and structure of something. As a noun, it refers to the plan for something. Example:  I love the design of Apples phones.  If you want to say  designar,  use the word designate. Example: She was designated as the new President of the company.  7. Educado Educated.In English educated can be used as a verb to describe giving knowledge or schooling. Example: I was educated in a private school. Or it can be used to describe someone that has some schooling, can read, write, do math or has some special knowledge in specific areas. Example: Mike is a Harvard educated lawyer. If you want to use the word educado you can say, polite.   Example:  Mary seems really polite, she always says please and thank you.8. Enrolar Enroll.In English enroll means to register or to put on a record/list (see assistir). Example: I enrolled in my college classes yesterday. If you want to use enrolar, you can say to wind up, to roll up, or to curl up. Example:  Please wind up the cord and put it in the bag.9. Êxito Exit.In English exit is the way or passage out of a building, plane, bus, etc. Example: It is important to know where the exits are in a plane, in case of an emergency.  If you want to use the word êxito you can say success. Example:  Success comes from a lot of hard work and a little bit of luck.10. Esquisito Exquisite.These two are very different! In English we use exquisite to describe something that is very beautiful and and often delicate. Example: This wine glass is exquisite. If you want to say esquisito, say weird, strange or unusual. For example: The book has many really weird characters that do bizarre things and make it quite an interesting story. 11. Esperto Expert.In English an expert is a person who has special skills or knowledge. Example: They needed an expert in hydro-geology to understand when the river could flood. If you want to use the word esperto you can say cleve r or smart. Example: She is a very clever person, she always has a solution and something witty to say.12. Fábrica Fabric.In English fabric  is the general word for a cloth made by weaving or knitting. Example:  I didnt buy the shirt because I dont like synthetic fabric. If you want to use the word fábrica you can say plant or factory. Example:  Many car factories have left the United States and moved to other countries where labor is cheaper.13. Gripe Grip Gripe.In English grip  is grabbing something with your hands tightly in a strong way. Example:  Help, my grip is slipping, I cant hold on to the rope, Im going to fall!   We also have the word gripe (pronounced like ripe). It means a complaint. For example: He has a lot of gripes about the service quality of our restaurant. If you want to use gripe you can say cold or flu. For example, Ive had a terrible cold for 5 days now.14. Injúria Injury.In English injury is when a body is harmed or damaged by something. For example, The football player had a knee injury and couldnt play in the world cup.  If you want to use the word injúria you can say insult. Example:  She cried after she heard the mans insult.15. Legenda Legend.In English, a legend is a traditional story whose facts are unverified. Example: Greek legends have been influential in literature for a long time. If you want to say legenda, youll want to use the word subtitle. For example: It is a really good way to practice your English to watch a movie in English with English subtitles. 16. Livraria Library.We use library in English to describe a place, usually ran by a government or a university, where you can borrow books for a short time at no charge (biblioteca in Portuguese). For example: We go to the library every week with our daughter to check-out books. We use book store for livraria. For Example: I dont go to the book store often because I read most books on my e-reader. 17. Lanche Lunch.The English word lunch  is used to describe t he mid-day meal (almoço in Portuguese). For example: I always have lunch at noon. We use snack  to say lanche. For example: Im hungry lets get a snack before the meeting, maybe some fruit would be good. 18. Novela Novel.We use novel as a noun to describe fictional books, and as an adjective to describe something new or unusual Example:  The novel had a novel character.  If you want to say novela  in English, use soap opera.19. Parentes Parents.In English we use parents to  refer  to our mother or father, as a group or without referencing gender. Example:  My parents live in St. Louis. A parent needs to give permission for a child to leave the country. You want to say parentes  use the word relatives. For example: I have relatives in Brazil, a couple cousins and my aunt and uncle.10. Particular Particular.Exact same word, two meanings! In English, we use it to talk about a very specific part of a group. Example:  The law was designed to punish a particular group of people. We als o use it to describe something with extra emphasis Example:  The ball hit him in a particularly painful place. If you want to say particular  with the Portuguese meaning, use personal, or private. For example: Infidelity is a private matter even if the people involved are famous. 11. Preservativo Preservative.This one has the potential to lead to some funny/embarrassing situations! In English we use preservative  to describe food additives that help prevent spoilage. If you want to say preservativo  in English, use condom.12. Push Puxe.Similar sound, opposite meanings! Push means to use force to move something away from you. We use pull  to describe puxe  the opposite motion using force to bring something to you.13. Pull Pular.As if the last one wasnt confusing enough! Pull is also a false cognate. You can see its English meaning above. If you want to say pular, use jump.14. Recordar Record.In English, record has a lot of different meanings, none of which are the same as Record ar. As a noun, it can describe something used to save information. Example: There is a record of our conversation stored in the courthouse.  It can also mean the highest achievement for something. Example: Usain Bolt holds the record for the 100 meters. It can also be used as a verb to describe the process of saving information, especially in audio or video form. Example: We recorded our daughters first words on video.  To say recordar, use remember or recall. For example: I remember a lot of things from my childhood.15. Refrigerante Refrigerant.If you ask for a refrigerant in English, most likely youll get a strange look. Its a word not often used in everyday speech to describe chemicals used to cool things. If you want to say refrigerante use soda pop or soft drink.16. Resumir Resume.We use resume  in English in the same way we use continue. Example: After I fell, I got up and resumed running. If you want to say resumir  try summarize.17. Estrangeiro Stranger.In English, a str anger is a person who is unknown. Example: We instructed the school children not to talk to strangers.  If you want to say  estrangeiro, use the word foreigner.18. Taxa Tax.A sum of money demanded by a government (sometimes a very large sum, if youve been making a lot of money!). Example: In my state, there is no sales tax.  If you want to say taxa, use rate or  fee.Ok, thats all for now! Again if you know any more, tell us in comments. And dont for get to try the quiz here!

Case Study How Modern Knowledge achieved 86% of their annual hiring needs using Teach Away

Case Study How Modern Knowledge achieved 86% of their annual hiring needs using Teach Away Background Modern Knowledge Schools in Bahrain offers American Diploma and International Baccalaureate program options for Bahraini nationals and expat children alike. While the school adheres to an American curriculum, they're also committed to balancing local culture with a global mindset. Core cultural subjects are taught in Arabic, but all other subjects are taught in English and 90% of the school’s staff is international. With 2,700 Bahraini and international students, and a staff of more than 160 teachers, the job of keeping the school running is no small feat. When new Executive Director Daniel Hollinger arrived last year, he found himself needing to hire 35 new English-speaking teachers from around the globe. The Challenge Since Modern Knowledge Schools is committed to hiring experienced and certified teachers from the US and Canada to deliver their US curriculum, increasing competition for international educators has made this difficult. The school’s only visa requirement is for international teachers to hold a bachelor’s degree in education. But they’ve found that their comparatively low compensation package significantly narrows the pool of candidates who are interested in working for them, since experienced teachers are able to make more elsewhere. So, they got creative by widening their net to include more inexperienced teachers and those from English-speaking countries outside the US and Canada. But for Daniel and his staff, providing the best education for their students still meant spending a huge amount of time and energy to find the best teachers possible. Searching for the right candidates, Daniel tried attending recruitment fairs, but found that Modern Knowledge Schools struggled to compete for teachers’ attention against schools offering more money. On top of this, he had to pay an attendance fee for the fairs, and extra fees for any hires he did make there. He also tried working with a variety of other online recruitment platforms and agencies, but found they were complicated to use and didn’t yield enough applicants to make them worthwhile. Our Solution Teach Away’s annual subscription provided the cost-effective, large-scale access to the candidates Daniel was looking for. Following a recommendation from the school’s previous hiring manager, Daniel used the annual subscription to post the school's vacancies on Teach Away's job board. Given the high volume of positions they were recruiting for, Daniel opted for an annual subscription which enabled him to post as many jobs as he wanted and hire as many teachers as he needed throughout the year for one set fee; a far more cost-effective solution than purchasing job postings individually. He found that posting ads on Teach Away’s job boards gave him access to a large and diverse candidate pool of qualified teachers from all over the world, who (most importantly) were interested in working for Modern Knowledge Schools. And our user-friendly platform helped him implement an efficient hiring process: “Teach Away’s site is so easy to use. First, I quickly screen candidates for the required qualifications, then I’m able to get a good initial glimpse of qualified candidates from their profiles. If they seem like a good fit, I can download their resume for more information and go from there,” he told us. With access to so many candidates on the Teach Away platform, Daniel found he no longer had to pay for other recruitment solutions, such as going to job fairs. The Impact Daniel was able to fill 86% of his teaching positions for the year through Teach Away, with exactly the kind of teachers he was looking for. Daniel says, “working with Teach Away has been really beneficial. I’ve relied almost exclusively on Teach Away to help me fill the positions that I need to fill because I’m able to find qualified candidates from many different countries in the world on their platform.” On top of this, Teach Away’s annual subscription saved Modern Knowledge Schools over 40%, compared with what they would have spent on individual job postings. And that’s before they factored money saved from being able to give up other, less successful, recruitment methods. Daniel is already thinking about how he can leverage Teach Away to further streamline his hiring process and recruit new teachers for the projected 15â€"20 roles they’re going to need to fill in the coming year. Hire like Modern Knowledge Schools We know that hiring teachers is hard, and as the world’s most trusted resource for international educators, we aim to make it easier. Talk to a recruitment expert today

Hangover Cures, Found On Your Plate

Hangover Cures, Found On Your Plate Photo by DowntownRickyBrown via Flickr The first thing you should do upon waking with a hangover is something youve heard many times before: drink water. According to Kate Hilbern in an article for The Independent, one 250ml glass of wine (or other alcohol) causes the body to expel 800 to 1,000ml of water. Thats four times as much liquid lost as gained, which explains the heavy traffic to the loos in bars and restaurants, Hilbern said. Colin Wilson, research scientist at Water Wellpoint, also explains that hangover headaches are essentially brought on by dehydration, which causes the body to try to steal water from the brain. This makes the brain decrease in size and pull on the membranes that connect the brain to the skull, Wilson said. Many experts state that having a glass of water between each drink you order is a way to balance the diuretic effect caused by the alcohol, and to also be sure you are well hydrated before you even consume your first alcoholic beverage. The morning following a night of drinking will probably still leave you with a dry mouth and slight dehydration, however, so be sure to drink about eight ounces every hour. Also, nix the coffee (oh, the blasphemy!) since its also a diuretic and will leave you even more dehydrated than before, worsening symptoms. Break the Fast, Nix the Toxins   Potassium Rich Foods Photo by The American Yoga Academy via Flickr Since your body has been depleted of water, it has also been depleted of several essential minerals and electrolytes specifically potassium. Foods such as bananas and kiwis are good choices to replace these and refuel your energy stores. However, dont be tempted to reach for a sports drink; instead, grab a coconut water, which according to the UNs Food and Agriculture Organization, contains  the same five electrolytes found in human blood (Gatorade has only two). Eggs Photo by beauty_goodness_truth via Flickr Alcohol showcases its toxic effects as the liver begins to break it down, creating a by-product of alcohol metabolism called  acetaldehyde, which is considered even more toxic than alcohol itself. Luckily, our bodies produce  glutathione, an enzyme that effectively gets rid of the toxin. That is however, until our liver is overloaded with too much alcohol, leaving the unchecked acetaldehyde roaming about our stomachs, causing nausea and vomiting. Enter the life-giving egg: eggs contain a compound called cysteine, which breaks down acetaldehyde, and taurine, which aids in maintaining healthy liver function, according to Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD. Chicken Soup and Oats Photo by pretty,strange via Flickr Along with potassium, sodium is another essential nutrient lost during the dehydration effects of alcohol. By choosing a sodium-rich food, such as chicken soup, you can replenish the lost electrolyte and add in more of the toxin-fighting cysteine that can be found in the chicken. Oats are another option for soaking up toxins and getting a great dose of B-vitamins and magnesium, which lends sustained energy. They also raise your blood sugar levels, effectively neutralizing acids in the body. Prevention Going back to popular belief, the consumption of fatty foods does have its place in hangover lore, just not the one many think it does. According to Dan Dahl, a medical doctor at Stanford Health, its important to eat fatty foods before you start drinking, rather than after, so that your stomach has that extra lining. Eating fatty foods after the night is done won’t give you quite the same benefits, Dahl said. To further reiterate this idea, in folk tradition  Mediterranean cultures commonly take a spoonful of olive oil before a night of alcohol to line their stomachs, which is a healthier fatty food option opposed to indulging on fries and burgers. Whatever you do, resist the urge to splurge on unhealthy sweets or fatty foods during your hangover, as these can further irritate the stomach and heighten nausea. If you are vomiting during this time, be sure to keep drinking water and perhaps some decaffeinated herbal tea to calm your stomach. Remember, hydration is one of the most important steps you can take to re-balance your body. By this time, hopefully every sound doesnt have you wincing, your eyes are no longer squints and your stomach feels like it belongs to you again. Next time youre in for a cocktail night, be sure to triple fist: with your drink, your water, and your olive oil, of course.

5 Ways to Have a Well-Rounded Experience on Campus

5 Ways to Have a Well-Rounded Experience on Campus 5 things students should do to have a well-rounded experience on campus Although a few students figure out how to have an excellent work/life balance straight off the bat, most need some time to adjust to the various rigors of studying and living on a college campus. Because living on campus immerses students entirely into their college experience, it can sometimes be hard to achieve this balance and still maintain a good GPA. Although the first semester of freshman year will always be an adjustment, there are some ways students can keep a well-rounded experience while living on campus our private Orange County college tutors are here to help you make the most of your college years. 1.   Dont always take your homework home with you Nearly every student studies in the dorm because they need to work into the late hours of the night or just want a cozy place to complete an assignment. However, it’s beneficial for students to spend some time studying outside of their room. Whether they go to the library or the study room found on the first floor of most dorms, saving their room for sleep and relaxation will help maintain an overall balance. Also, alternate study locations on campus tend to have fewer distractions than a dorm room with a roommate. 2.   Look for new ways to make friends Unless a student is attending a school close to home with a lot of their high school friends they will need to think about ways to make new friends and have a healthy social balance on campus. Some great ways for students to form new friendships is to join a social club, form a study group, make friends with other students in the dorm, or look for motivated and fun classmates. If students are feeling especially isolated, there are lots of social clubs that celebrate a particular culture, gender, or interest. This is a great way for students to get to know other people who have something in common with them either in their background or their particular field of study. In fact, students can make excellent networking connections through on-campus social clubs that can help them later in their career. 3.   Make independent study a priority Although studying in a social environment can be more fun and sometimes more encouraging, students new to college also need to make independent study a top priority. Some assignments are just better done in the peace and quiet of the library study room with little to no distraction. Studying solo is one of the best ways students can maintain a high GPA and discern their strengths and weaknesses at this level of learning. It also allows students to develop academic skills and study methods that meet their specific learning styles (READ: Going Back to College A Mature Students Guide). 4.   Leave time for healthy eating and exercise College campuses are notorious for unhealthy food and, although students walk all around campus, they often sit in the same position for hours at a time. One of the best ways to combat these difficulties is to utilize the school’s fitness center and make sure theyre getting a balanced diet. Even if a student eats a lot of junk on their meal plan, they can eat healthy foods such as fresh fruits and veggies without needing to cook at all. 5.   Spend some time off campus once in a while Its also important for students to spend a little bit of time off campus every now and again. Although the majority of their socialization will be on campus, there are tons of things going on out there past the edge of the school parking lot. Students should immerse themselves in the town or city theyre studying in, get to know its local culture, and see what type of job opportunities will be available to them upon graduation. Once done with college, students won’t be grouped in with people exactly their age ever again. Its good for college students to interact in some way with individuals in the general public, so they are prepared to join a diverse workplace and socialize with different types of people. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

5 ways to prepare for the SAT this winter - TutorNerds

5 ways to prepare for the SAT this winter - TutorNerds Tips Form an Irvine SAT Tutor: 5 ways to prepare for the SAT this winter Although spring is the most popular time to take the SAT, many students are choosing to take it in the winter these days so they can focus on their advanced placement exams in May. Also, students who take the SAT during the winter will have the option to take it again at the end of the school year if they want to improve their score. Its hard enough to get used to being back in the classroom after winter break so when students add in test prep they might feel a little bit overwhelmed. One of the best ways students can prepare for their SAT is to find a good balance in their schedule and work on time management so they can have enough energy to get through the end of the school year as well as do well on college entrance exams (our experienced Irvine SAT tutors are here to help you score high). 1.   Prep in advance One of the easiest ways students can maintain a healthy work-life balance while studying for the SAT is to prepare well in advance of the big day. Students who leave things till the last minute often become overwhelmed with the amount of work they have to do and this type of frustration can certainly stress a student out and potentially lower their score. When students create a study timeline they have an opportunity to meet goals one at a time as well as have extra time to prepare in case something else comes up. 2.   Create a personalized study plan One size does not fit all when it comes to test prep. In fact, almost every single student will have different needs. Although most students have are strong in either math or English, their skill sets often require that they need to work on different subcategories of these core subjects. The best way for students to start their personalized study plan is to take a full-length practice exam, or at least a shortened version thereof so they can determine which skills they have already developed and which ones they need to work on (READ: 5 Awesome SAT Apps). 3.   Leave enough time for non-academic activities By this point in the year students are already stressed out so, if they add test prep to their weekly routine, they may run out of steam before June. Instead, students are encouraged to plan some extracurricular activities into their schedule, so they dont feel overwhelmed by all the work they have to do. Students with a rested mind and a positive attitude towards education, in general, tend to be able to focus more and score higher on important exams. 4.   Meet up with friends to study Another great way for students to prepare for their winter SAT is to meet up with friends after school and study. A social setting provides a positive learning environment and classmates encourage each other to persevere through difficult topics while at the same time having a little bit of fun. Students can either meet up with other people preparing for the SAT at a coffee shop near school, or they can have a fully organized study group with a tutor to lead the session. 5.   Work with a tutor to assess strengths and weaknesses Last, but certainly, not least students are encouraged to work with a tutor in a one-on-one environment to assess their personal strengths and weaknesses. Because each student has a different learning style, they can benefit greatly from working with someone who can advocate for them and help them figure out how best to manage their time up until the big day. Test prep tutors work with tons of students year after year and recognize patterns that can either help or hurt a student’s chances of reaching their test prep goals. Its never too early or too late to book your private Irvine SAT tutor. Call us today for more information. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Tutoring Jobs in South Florida

Tutoring Jobs in South FloridaMany companies offering tutoring jobs in South Florida also specialize in tutoring for a different reason. If you are the right candidate, they will be glad to assist you with your career as an SAT tutor.One of the best places to get help finding tutoring jobs in South Florida is the national job board Careerbuilder. You can post your resume on Careerbuilder to see if any of the employers who post online are willing to accept resumes.It's not always the same information they have available. They will post their full directory and all their ads, which will include all the tutoring jobs in South Florida that offer many positions. They might even advertise in other local publications like school bulletin boards, newspapers, etc.They may not post the details of the individual positions you are seeking, but they may give the job description and job requirements. This way, you can decide if the company you are applying to is the right fit for you. It's better to know what they want than to apply for a position that does not apply to you.There are plenty of places you can go to look for tutors. Some are in your own community and might even be available for hire. You can also check out some online resources for tutoring programs, such as tutoring listings on Goodwill, from colleges and community college tutoring centers. These tutoring centers and colleges have jobs available for anyone looking for a way to make extra money.The tutoring center or college or school you are looking into may have a wide variety of specialties that will suit your skills and interests. Some might even hire you to do their home study tutoring program.Searching for tutoring jobs in South Florida is easy when you are already familiar with your target community. Look at the schools and tutoring centers and see if there are any that specialize in what you are looking for. If they are willing to do your personal study or tutor on your own, this will provide you with much more flexibility than just using them as a 'substitute' or by paying them in the hope that they will find your career path to be too difficult.

Why They Would Want To Help Their Students With A Home Tutor

Why They Would Want To Help Their Students With A Home TutorFor students who want to complete their education from home, a home tutor can make the whole process much easier. There are many reasons why they would like to help their students. They can help them by giving them some extra information that they may not have known. This is because they are very experienced in their field and can give students some of the most valuable tips that they could possibly need.Students are also able to find out how to find their own private tutors to learn at home. The online tutor community is a great place to find a person that can help you learn on your own. You will be able to find the teacher of your choice through a simple search engine or even a simple chat and you will be able to talk with him about the courses he is teaching and if there are any related topics that you need to know more about.The program teaches all of the subjects that you may want to learn. If you would like to take cou rses in another country, this program will allow you to do so. There are plans for learning to speak Chinese, French, German, and Spanish that you can choose from.Most importantly, the tutor is committed to helping his students and is ready to take every step necessary to make sure that he will get the student a high quality education. This is what makes a good tutor very special. There is no reason to choose to study at home if the student is unhappy with the teacher that he has chosen to work with.A good tutor will make sure that he is communicating with his students and with parents. The conversations will be friendly and it will be all about the student and how he wants to learn. The teacher will put all of the student's concerns into perspective and he will be one of the best teachers that a student will ever have.The student will also feel appreciated and the lessons will be interesting and the student will learn something. When this happens, a student can concentrate on more important things like learning and achieving their goals and dreams.Student life will also improve when a tutor is working with them. They will notice that they are in a good environment and they will enjoy the lessons that they are getting. When they get the motivation to do better in the course of the day, they will want to do better in the course of the week.

How to Choose the Right Reach Schools

How to Choose the Right Reach Schools This post is the first part of our three-part series on how to choose the right reach, match, and safety schools. Over the course of the next two months, visit the Varsity Admissions Blog for advice on how to tackle this part of the admissions process. If youre applying to college, youre probably familiar with the words safety, match, and reach. They represent the three types of institution that a student can apply to: Safetyschools you know youll get into Targetschools you think youll get into Reachschools youre not sure youll get into. You can identify your safety, match, and reach schools by comparing your credentialssuch as GPA and standardized test scoresto that of the average admitted student. These statistics are usually available on a colleges website. It can be tempting to only apply to safety and match schools in order to forego the disappointment of being denied admission to your dream, or reach, schools. Fear of rejection, however, is no reason not to apply to these colleges and universities. When choosing the right reach schools, use your skill set to your advantage and identify what a reach school actually means to you. Choose the right reach schools by thinking bigwithin reason Create a list of dream schools, and then consider the academic profile of the average admitted student. If you are within a reasonable range of this profilefor example, within 0.25 or 0.5 grade pointsyou should weigh applying. Most colleges and universities place significance on extracurricular activities and application essays, in addition to academics. So, even if your academic game isnt extremely strong, theres a chance your other assets could boost your application. However, if a reach schools academic standards are much higher than you can achieve by the time you graduate, you might want to rethink your application. Not only is it unlikely youll get in, but if you do get in, you may struggle with the coursework. Its key to apply to schools that are a good academic match so that you can get the most out of your education. [RELATED: 5 Quick Tips for Writing a College Application Essay] Choose the right reach schools by using all of your skills to your advantage Youll have a better chance of getting into a reach school, regardless of your academic profile, if you can prove youll be an asset to the college or university in a unique way. For example, if youve won awards in art or music in high school, apply to a school with a well respected arts or music program that offers scholarships in those areas. Talk about your non-academic skills and interests in your application essay or during your admissions interview. Be sure to include all of your extracurricular activities and how long youve been involved in them on your applications. [RELATED: 3 Common Questions Students May Ask in Admissions Interviews] Choose the right reach schools by remembering that not all reach schools are Ivy Leagues Theres no doubt that Ivy League schools offer amazing academic and extracurricular programs. However, other private and public colleges and universities offer rigorous and exciting programs as well. When searching for reach schools, keep your academic and personal interests in mind. There are many colleges and universities with specialized academic and extracurricular offerings that align with what you like most. Dont feel that for a school to be your reach school, it has to be an Ivy League institution. Be honest with yourself about your goals and what you bring to the table, and you will be able to identify the right reach schools for you. [RELATED: What to Do After Youve Submitted Your College Applications] Any topics you want to know more about? Let us know! The Varsity Tutors Blog editors love hearing your feedback and opinions. Feel free to email us at blog@varsitytutors.com.