Theresa Michna

“I want to thank you so much for all you did for Matt. His score went from 30 to 34 on the ACT!!! He is so happy and proud.  We can’t thank you enough for teaching him the needed skills! ” — parent of MHS student.

“She really helped me hone in on my weak points and improve my strengths for the SAT! Most definitely a great teacher.”  – GS., Comp. Sci. major,  Clarkson University ’15.

Congratulations!  Acceptances for Class of ’16 (many with large scholarships):

Ithaca College

University of Rochester

University of Maryland (College Park)

Brandeis University

Tulane University

Mount Holyoke College

NYU (Abu Dhabi)

George Washington

U. of Michigan

Dickinson College

Fairfield University

Fordham

Hartford University

University of Pittsburgh

Bryant university

University of Connecticut

Boston College

Wake Forest

Ohio Wesleyan

Ursinus

Rollins college

Miami University (Ohio),

Maximize your summer. Colleges look for kids who are active learners, those who spend their free time pursuing fresh intellectual ideas in their academic area. For summer, students should think about how to build on their academic/scholarly interests and display initiative. For a student who loves research and has a specific science interest that might mean five weeks doing research in a lab. For someone who loves theater or musical arts, try to join a music camp program, or participate in local theater.  There are many ways to excel at your passions. Don’t forget that college admissions people also value students who go out and take a local job.  It doesn’t have to be a fancy internship; working in a local business at an entry level can show initiative and win you extra points, too.

Upcoming SAT test dates:

March 10th – SAT

May 5th – SAT and subject tests

June 2nd – SAT and subject tests

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ACT test dates:

April 14th

June 9th

Tip of the Week

Do you have a vision for the day? It can be as simple as bringing yourself fully to the moment rather than doing ten things at once. Chill a little today and envision what you want to accomplish.

“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”

- Leonardo Da Vinci

High school students find this powerful book accessible.

Check these two sources that give valuable insights to parents and students!

1. What it Really Takes to Get into the Ivy League By Craig Hughes

2. On Writing the College Application Essay: The Key to Acceptance and the College of your Choice by Harry Bauld

Welcome!
I am giving a free seminar entitled “ACT vs SAT”, for students and parents 8th – 12th grade, September 26th at the Larchmont Public Library. Parents often ask me which test their child should take, so I decided to share some common myths and insights into the question. I will talk about types of questions, what’s tested, difference in scoring, and how colleges evaluate them.

September 26, 2011
Michael Coords Activity Room
Larchmont Public Library
121 Larchmont Avenue, 10538

I will continue to update this page with upcoming educational talks and details. Check back or contact me if you are interested in any future engagements.

Theresa
michna.theresa@gmail.com

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