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ISEE vs SSAT

Students and families often wonder about the differences between the ISEE and SSAT for admissions testing. Most independent schools and boarding schools will accept both tests, so choosing the right one depends on a student's preference and performance. The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is an entrance exam for private ... Read More
Why the Need for Enrichment Education?

Enrichment education is for everyone! Enrichment education is a self-directed means for learners of all ages to explore curiosities, hobbies, or new skills. Enrichment education is lifelong learning; it’s learning for the sake of learning. Why? Because it’s fun! Do you ever think about learning to paint, play the guitar, ... Read More
How to Make the Most of Internships

From 2006-2011, I worked in Human Resources for a Fortune 500 media company focused on Talent Development and Strategic Recruitment. One of my primary responsibilities was managing the summer internship program. From beginning to end, the summer internship program is a full year effort and includes dozens of executives. Recruiting started in ... Read More
Behaviors of Successful Students in Language Arts and Mathematics

The Common Core State Standards outline behaviors of successful students in Language Arts and Mathematics. My Learning Springboard teachers share this vision and gear their teaching to achieve these desired behaviors when leveraging any one program or methodology. Teaching is an art, and skillful teachers know how to adjust their ... Read More
An Elementary Class Reunion Feels Like Extended Family

What a great weekend! I traveled to Chevy Chase, Maryland for the Somerset Elementary Class of 2004 reunion. It was so much fun to see my former students and families and to hear all about their college plans. We reminisced about our class experiences from our Community Beatnik Poetry Café ... Read More