7 Ways To Improve Your College Essay The spiel’s always the same. On every college visit, chipper tour guides gush about their school’s gothic architecture, close faculty-student relationships, and how they Definitely, Positively, Without a Doubt have “the best dining hall food in the country.” After 3–4 (or perhaps 15) of these tours, you’ve finally decided on your Dream College. You can […] Read More
How To Write A “Why This School” Essay As college application deadlines approach, high school seniors everywhere are furiously working on draft after draft of their college essays. To make your fifth—or tenth—“Why this school?” essay writing just a bit easier, VSA Future college experts have a few tips: Demonstrate you have taken the time to do research on the school. The point is not to […] Read More
Public Speaking: KEY to success SPEAKING UP FOR YOURSELF, YOUR PEERS, AND YOUR IDEAS We all know how business has changed in the last two years as adults. We use Zoom or other video conferencing applications for the vast majority of our meetings with colleagues and clients. This is the way things will be in the future. Children’s ability to […] Read More
Unpacking Vocabulary WHY VOCABULARY IS ESSENTIAL? A rich vocabulary can enhance a student’s writing, communication skills, and ability to express ideas clearly. Their vocabulary helps them understand everything from word problems to graphic novels. Children need a strong vocabulary to succeed academically and beyond. VSA VOCABULARY PROGRAM Children who do not learn to read by 4th grade […] Read More
2022 Scholastic Writing Awards For those who think strong writing and communication skills aren’t as essential as math and science, think again! As more of our communications go digital, it becomes even more critical for children to develop the language skills to clearly articulate their thoughts, feelings, and opinions. While effective, strong writing abilities do not come naturally for […] Read More
The Ultimate Guide on What to Expect on SAT Test Day Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a standardized test conducted by the College Board. Juniors and seniors usually take this test for college admissions, scholarship awards, and school assessments. It is divided into four sections: Reading section Writing and Language section Math (No Calculator & Calculator Sections) Essay (Optional) This guide will go through everything that […] Read More
