What is it Like to Attend Nevada State College

What is it Like to Attend Nevada State College Cynthia is a current student atNevada State College. She is majoring in nursing, and specializes in anatomy tutoring, elementary math tutoring, and a number of other subjects. Below, she shares her experience at Nevada State College: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Cynthia: While Nevada State College is a little over 10 years old, its growing and expanding like crazy. The campus is set in the rural area of Henderson, NV. The location can be a bit out of the way for some, but there is a bus line that one can catch to get to school. I feel really safe on campus; we have the police officers from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas constantly on campus. The campus is small enough to get to know everyone, but large enough that you don't feel smothered. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Cynthia: The faculty members are all awesome. You can always come and talk to the professors and make an appointment to meet with an adviser; they even have open hours for walk-ins. I love that the classes are now beginning to have course assistants along with SI (supplemental instruction). This helps with any questions you may have with the classes. The SI sessions really help, especially with tough classes, such as pharmacology. How would you describe the dorm liferooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Cynthia: While the campus is still small and there are no dorms as of yet, there is still a big opportunity to socialize and meet other students. With the recent addition of two new buildings, we now have a small food court area that has great food, as well as a Starbucks. The school is always having some sort of activity going on, and there are clubs that one may join if interested. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Cynthia: Nevada State College is known for its BSN nursing program, as well as other majors, such as education, science, and psychology. I chose to go toNSC for the nursing program, and just finished my first semester as a nursing student. I feel that this college is great at supporting the nursing program. The school provides you with the tools and resources needed to accomplish your educational needs. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Cynthia: It was very easy for me to make friends, as the classes are not very large and everyone is really nice. There is no Greek life currently at NSC; however, I have seen students petitioning to bring Greek life to NSC. I like that NSC is very open to all people and organizations they feel will help the diversity of the school. How helpful is the Career Center and other student support services? Cynthia: I have seen many graduates out in the workforce, especially when doing my clinicals for class. Employers and past graduates have nothing but praise when they hear of people coming out of our college. There are many services available to students on campus. The great thing is, if its not available on campus, NSC students have the opportunity to use the resources at UNLV. How are the various study areas such as libraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Cynthia: The library is great. There is plenty of room to study, as well as rooms that can be checked out for times when you need to study with a group. The library does not have books; however, you have many resources onlineover 1 million books. If you really need to see the book in print or if its not available online, the librarians will find a way to get it for you to borrow. Describe the surrounding town. Cynthia: The surrounding town of Henderson is nice. There is everything you could need from a small town, and its right next door toLas Vegas. There is always something to dofrom museums, to water parks, to riding a roller coaster, or seeing a show. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Cynthia: The student body is growing each semester, and I am very pleased with the class sizes. The classes are not too large; they are just the right size so you can know everyone, and the professors can manage the class well. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one you regret the most. Cynthia: One of my most memorable times was after a week of studying for finals. I was walking out of math class, and to my surprise, the school had provided pizza, chicken wings, salads, and drinks, as a way of letting us know that we are supported and that we work hard. Another memorable occurrence was in one of my nursing classes. The professor always played relaxing music for the first 10 minutes of class, just to get everyone relaxed and calm before we learn. I have always loved this and looked forward to class time. Check out Cynthias tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Ask a Private School Admissions Expert Liz Perelstein

Ask a Private School Admissions Expert Liz Perelstein Varsity Tutors brings you insider tips and advice straight from nationally recognized admissions experts. Liz Perelstein is the Chair and Founder of School Choice International, a leading school placement consulting organization. Prior to starting School Choice International, Liz worked in all levels of education as a teacher, educational administrator, and more. She holds two Masters degrees from The University of Chicago, one in Educational Administration and one in Public Policy, and is a well-known entrepreneur who frequently speaks on topics related to several areas of education. Along with her team of experts at School Choice International, Liz advises families on the selection of schools for their children all over the world as well as how to successfully take on the respective admissions processes. VT: What is the typical timeline for private school admissions? For example, outline a sample timetable of applications, interviews, decisions, etc. Liz: The School Choice Group has consultants all over the country and world with knowledge of their regions private school admissions timeline since the timeline for tours, testing, interviews, and applications differs by region, but each individual schools may vary. For instance, while once the member schools of the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater NY (ISAAGNY) conducted their admissions according to a fairly uniform timeline, there is now increasing variability according to school and to grade level. There also are a growing number of private schools that are not members of ISAAGNY, and these schools have even greater flexibility when it comes to the admissions timetable. School Tours: Typically, school tours start as early as the spring before the September in which applications are due. Tours take place throughout the fall semester. Application Deadlines: At present, most admissions applications are due during the fall semester one year before a child will actually enroll. Some schools distribute unlimited applications while others will accept only a certain number. Schools may have a strict due date in November or December, or may stop accepting applications when they have received a sufficient number. So, applying early is a good strategy. Testing: ERB or ISEE testing is generally completed during the fall. However, many students are tested during the previous spring semester. Parent and Child Interviews: Student and parent interviews take place during the autumn one year in advance of admission. Supplemental Materials: Recommendations and prior school grades must be received while the rest of the childs information is being assembled, generally during the fall semester. Decisions: Admissions decisions are announced as early as December for legacy admissions, and in February for non-legacy candidates. Family notification: For legacies, families must notify schools of their intent by mid-January. For non-legacy students, depending on grade level, families should notify the schools by February or March. But, above all, it is important to check each schools own website to make sure you adhere to their specific timetable. VT: What is the typical process admissions officers go through to evaluate applications? Liz: If you ask any admissions officer, they will say that they admit a whole child and family rather than a set of numbers. Although most say that they dont have specific testing cut-offs, it would be unusual for schools to accept a student whose results fall far outside the range of most of their population. That said, since ERB* tutoring, as well as tutoring for other standardized tests, has become commonplace, many schools are discounting or even eliminating testing as a criterion. Schools want to get to know a child before deciding to accept him or her. This profile is gleaned from a combination of student and family interviews, the application, and teacher recommendations. They seek families who will make a positive contribution to the school and children who have the personalities and interests as well as academic criteria that show they have something to offer. It is important that all sources of information are consistent that schools echo what parents say. Admissions officers are extremely good at identifying red flags. In addition to wanting to understand the whole child and family, schools are looking for a good fit. They want parents who share the schools values and who are choosing the school because they genuinely feel it is a good match. Finally, schools inevitably must build groups of students. They need followers as well as leaders, students who are strong in math and those who are strong in reading, those whose interests lie in athletics and those who favor the Arts. In order to be able to offer a marketplace of programs, they need students to participate in each of them. *Its important to know that ERB is not the name of the test itself. It is the name of the testing company, Educational Records Bureau, that gives admission and achievement assessments for independent and public schools. Many parents refer to the Early Childhood Admissions Assessment (ECAA) as the ERB; the ECAA is a test that most private schools use as an evaluation tool and vital part of their admissions process. VT: What are the most important things children need to have represented on their applications? Liz: Age appropriate understanding of who they are, as well as genuine appreciation for the school and why that particular school is a good fit for the child. Each school has a unique personality such as a set of values and attributes that families should take the time to understand, especially as it relates to their own child. Our consumer division, School Search Solutions, is developing a unique school matching tool that we call LEAP (Learning, Ethos, Achievement and Principles) that is designed to elicit the subjective elements of a school culture as opposed to objective facts like the location, size, and acceptances at ongoing schools or universities. VT: What are common mistakes parents and/or their children make when applying to these programs? Liz: Parents, in particular, often go into an interview trying to impress a school or identify the right answer to questions. There really only are tworightanswers based on two important concepts: Families should look for a school where their child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally, leading to a love of learning. Families should disclose any issues or concerns that the school will have to address in partnership in order to ensure that the childs experience is successful. With these two principles in mind, everything else should flow easily. Parents should also use the interview as an opportunity to learn more about the school than what is on display on their walls and website. Thoughtful questions help parents determine whether or not a school is a good fit for their child, will give them important information, and will be appreciated by the admissions staff. VT: How should parents go about determining the culture of a private school, and whether it would be a good fit for their children? Liz: Talking with other parents or former parents is useful, but always should be taken with a grain of salt. School is a very personal experience and what works for one child may not work for another. The best way to get to know a school is to spend time there. Go at drop-off time and observe. Youll want to see whether the other parents share your values. Notice how children get to school and who they come with, as well as who greets them and how adults interact with them. Is the head of school out on the steps in the morning or is it an aide? Do children run to or away from him/her? Going to a play, concert, school fair, or sporting event speaks volumes. You can see how happy children are and what the school values. If you want your child to attend a school with a good sports program, be sure to attend a sports event. Do you want a school where every child plays and the coachs goal is to teach sportsmanship? Or do you want your child to be on a team that wins, even if a kid is carried off in an ambulance at every game? Being there helps clarify what you are looking for and whether or not your familys values and your childs learning style fits with the schools practices. VT: How important are standardized test scores when admissions decisions are being made? Liz: This varies according to school. As tutoring has become more ubiquitous among families who can afford it, test scores have become less important in the admissions process, with many schools talking about abandoning the ERB standardized testing altogether. While it used to be one of a number of indicators of whether or not a child would be successful in a school, schools now realizethat testing may have limited value. VT: What tips do you have in regards to ISEE prep, SSAT prep, and preparation for other standardized assessments that private schools might require? Liz: Increasingly, students are being tutored by professional organizations. When choosing a test prep company, recommendations of friends and colleagues may not be best for your child. Just like when looking for a school, a successful test prep experience is a matter of fit. Students will work harder for tutors they respect and with whom they have rapport. Interview the tutor, with your child, to ensure that they are compatible. Some children will do their homework and others won't. It is useful to work with a tutor who can address your child's study style. VT: What are the most important things parents need to have well represented about themselves when meeting with admissions officers? Liz: The following three mindsets That they are eager to partner with the school for the benefit of their child and all children, whether this means being a class mother, accompanying the class on trips, or financial support (if that is feasible for the family). That they are objective about their child and will be open to feedback, both positive and negative, as well as able to collaborate with teachers to provide their child any help and/or resources that will be beneficial. That they will respect teachers and administrators as professionals and will not try to overturn policies and practices for the benefit of their child. VT: How does networking and having in-school connections affect one's chances of admission? Liz: We work with thousands of students each year and are certain that connections of this nature are not necessary to gain admission. On the other hand, there are students whose families do utilize board or high-level connections with successful admissions outcomes. Unfortunately, these students do not get the benefit of having experienced admissions officers who understand which children will thrive in a particular school as part of the decision process. As a result, many of these children are unsuccessful once they enroll in school; some may be asked to leave a school if they cannot perform. A letter from a parent of an enrolled student who knows the family well can be advantageous in letting the school know that this is a family who will be an asset to the school. Letters from people, no matter how eminent, who are not well acquainted with a child, are of no value. VT: How can a student best prepare for admissions interviews? Liz: Before the interview, a parent should explain to his or her child that this is an opportunity for the school to get to know them and for them to get to know the school to be sure that it is a good, mutual match. Explain that there are no right or wrong answers. Parents may coach a child to look an adult in the eye, shake hands, and talk in an audible voice, which will serve them well for the interview and for years to come. It is useful for a parent to role-play some simple questions with a child to make him or her more comfortable when s/he arrives at the admissions office. Asking questions about what s/he likes and doesnt like, strengths and weaknesses, and helping the child frame weaknesses as strengths in ways that arent contrived, can be useful. Making sure kids are familiar with the books theyve read, the music they listen to, the movies theyve seen and their reasons for each can give the admissions officers an entre to a conversation. Finally, ask your child what he or she wants to know about the school and encourage him/her to ask this/these questions in the admissions interview. Visit School Choice International for more information. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

Teaching Tutorials to Groups

Teaching Tutorials to Groups How To Deliver Group Classes ChaptersThe Advantages of Teaching Private Group TutorialsHow Do You Plan Group Private Tutorials?Where Can You Teach Private Group Tutorials?How Much Should You Charge for Private Group Tutorials?“I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” - ConfuciusProviding academic support, group classes, or private tutorials requires a lot of knowledge and without private tutors, a lot of students would struggle at school.The tutoring market in the UK is valued at £2bn a year and over 40% of students in London have enlisted the help of a private tutor.Tutoring is a great way to make ends meet and help students with their education. Here’s our take on teaching groups with private tutorials! CalumDrama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JenniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st less on free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe Advantages of Teaching Private Group TutorialsFor students who want to take private group tutorials, there are plenty of academic support options available to them and plenty of advantages to teaching private tutorials.Group tutorials allow students to learn from one another, too. (Source: Free-Photos)They could go to traditional tutoring agencies, for example, or they could go to tutoring networks and platforms like Superprof, etc.  Finally, they could also look at classifieds in local businesses, newspapers, and online via social media.What are the advantages of teaching private group tutorials?For one, the students can learn from one another.  Generally, group private tutorials rarely have more than ten students in them as students benefit more from having smaller class sizes than they would in school.Similarly, in a language class or a music theory tutorial, student s benefit a lot from a productive and positive working and study environment. Group classes are organised according to the student’s level and allow the tutor to tailor to the students. Of course, you can still teach a variety of students at different levels but you’ll need to be really adaptable.  Group classes are useful for developing the social bonds between the students.Furthermore, group classes such as intensive classes, school holiday tutorials, catchup classes, etc. tend to be more intensive than the students’ regular classes.  On the other hand, group classes aren’t particularly viable for certain subjects.  This is particularly the case with music as students can’t really learn the guitar, drums, or violin, for example, at the same time as others without slowing everybody down.Group classes also cost each family less.  The bigger the group, the less the price for each student can be.  On the other hand, the tutor can increase their earnings as they’ll earn mor e money per hour of tutorials.In maths, English, or physics tutorials, for example, it’s easier for the tutor as they’ll only have to prepare one tutorial for 10 students rather than preparing 10 tutorials for 10 individuals.When it comes to learning languages, group classes are useful for getting students to work together and learn from one another in a way that they rarely get to in their normal classes at school.How Do You Plan Group Private Tutorials?Now that many of our tutors are offering private group tutorials for subjects like maths, Spanish, German, physics, etc, how do they plan and organise them?In order to teach groups, you need to be organised and prepared. (Source: Pexels)An increasing number of parents are choosing to get private tutorials for their children.  If you want to help students with a particular topic, revise for an exam, or work on a presentation in a foreign language, etc., you’ll need to know exactly how to organise an effective group class.Here a re 5 key ways to organise your private group tutorials:Prepare a review of the previous tutorialElaborate on the key concepts (elicit definitions, examples, create mind maps, etc.)Prepare a list of exercises (maths problems, vocabulary lists, conversation topics for conversation classes, etc.)Dedicate part of the class to teaching theory.Create a list of questions designed to test the students’ understanding of the topics covered.At the end of each session, tutors can bridge the gap to the next lesson and establish the topics that students will be covering in the next session.  This is particularly useful for social sciences, humanities, and language classes.The tutor will also require materials such as tables, chairs, dictionaries (for languages), textbooks, a computer, a projector, etc. Their classroom should be clean, calm, well-lit, and the tutor should be well-presented.Finally, the class needs to be delivered in a clear and progressive way since most students are getting pri vate tutorials because they’re struggling at school or failing exams.  This means that you’ll need to get their attention, build up their confidence, and give them a thirst for learning. In order to do all this, you’ll have to put your heart and soul into your lessons.  You need to engage them in discussion and show them that they’re capable of illustrating an idea and learning new concepts, etc.In a group class, especially with secondary school students, it’s important to regularly test the new skills they’re learning, let them learn from one another by working together and correcting one another, eliciting answers from one another, and getting the most out of learning with their peers.There are plenty of different teaching approaches available to tutors planning group classes, too.Where Can You Teach Private Group Tutorials?So where should you have each lesson? Where can all the students go? Can you teach each subject in the same place?There are plenty of great places outside the classroom to teach. (Source: pepperminting)The bigger the city, the more places you’ll have where you can teach private group tutorials. However, students will probably have to travel more and have less free time.Firstly, not every group class can be taught in the tutor’s home.  There’s no reason that private tutors can’t offer private group tutorials. However, sometimes families are unwilling to send their child to a group class with strangers.If you’re teaching sport, yoga, or fitness classes, tutors can teach their students in the park, at the beach, in the forest, or in a field, etc.  There are plenty of unusual places where they can offer private group tutorials.That said, academic subjects are usually taught indoors.Here are some examples of where you can teach each subject:Sports tutorials: outdoors, at the beach, in the park etc.Maths: in classroomsEnglish, foreign languages such as French, Russian, Spanish, etc.: in classrooms or outdoors for speaking classes.Music, singing, etc.: concert hall, music room, etc.Swimming: the local swimming pool, of courseBiology: classroom, nature reserve, forest, beach, etc.Since there are multiple students, you can always mix things up if they are progressing as anticipated.Can you teach French in the pub?Probably not if you have four underage students. In this case, it’s probably better to go to the library.Certain libraries actually have private rooms for people to work together where you won’t have to whisper.How Much Should You Charge for Private Group Tutorials?How much should families pay and how much should the tutor earn?If you want that holiday, you'll need to make sure you're earning enough. (Source: 12019)It’s difficult to apply a single rate to all the different types of private group tutorials.  Private tutoring is a free market and rates will vary according to a huge number of different factors (the tutor’s experience, qualifications, where they teach, the subject they teac h, etc.).  Generally, private tutorials can cost upwards of £15 per hour but a tutor needs to ensure that they’re earning a living.In recent years, the number of students getting private tutorials has increased.  Similarly, the number of tutors has also increased.  It’s a dynamic market that continues to grow.As a result, it's a promising market to be involved in.  Generally, the average rates sit between £15 and £30 per hour.The main criteria to consider when deciding upon rates are:The tutor’s experienceTheir qualificationsTravel costsThe student’s levelWhat the tutor thinks their lessons are worthImagine you charged £30 per hour.  If you had 10 students, you’d make £300 per hour. If you did this every week of the year, you’d make over £15k per year.  Of course, not many families would be happy to pay £1,500 per year in private tutorials.More often than not, the more lessons a student has and the more students in their lesson, the less they’ll pay per lesson.  For example, £300 per student for 30-35 lessons with 5 students, £270 for classes of 8, £230 for 9, £200 for 10, etc.Let’s imagine that a tutor gets £1,440 for a class, £120 a month, £30 an hour. If they work 18 hours a week, they’ll get around £2,160 a month.  Of course, that means they’ll need to find 18 hours of private group tutorials, which means they need to find 18 groups of multiple students, which is a lot.  A tutor’s earnings depend on what they can earn and what families are prepared to pay for them, which means it can be really difficult to please everyone.Whether you want to offer online tutoring services, one on one tutoring, or group tutorials, students can find a tutor on Superprof. It doesn't matter if you're a mathematics tutor teaching calculus or geometry, a chemistry tutor, offering academic tutoring services such as homework help, or even looking to teach yoga, mindfulness meditation, you can create your profile on Superprof and start building your reputation right now.A qualified online tutor, for example, can help students with exam prep, complete an algebra assignment, or improve their grammar over the internet with online video conferencing programmes like Skype.If you tutor online, you'll have fewer outgoings than tutors who have to travel to their student's home. Of course, there's nothing to stop a good educator from offering both types of instruction helping their students achieve academic success.

What to do now that your in charge

Introvert Whisperer / What to do now that your in charge What To Do Now That You’re In Charge! Wow! You’ve been working towards a promotion and now you’ve just been given your first job as a manager of a group. YOU are in charge now!  This is a great opportunity and you are determined to let everyone know that their choice was a good one.   Here are some things you can do to ensure your first few months set you up for success as a strong leader in charge:   In the first 2 weeks you want to do the following: Meet with each individual that reports to you to get a download from them on; What they’ve accomplished this year What their challenges are (so you can be watching and coaching) What the plans going forward are What they see the purpose of their position to be. All of these items are good starter things to know.   You are in the process of learning these people at a level you haven’t done before and these are the things you need to know about them.  Even if you did one of those jobs, you don’t know nor have you “looked” at these people from this vantage point. You will not truly absorb all of that just by the first meeting but it starts your process and gives your people a chance to really be heard by you now that youre in charge.   In the first month, you want to do the following: You need to meet with everyone that either supports you â€" like an admin or adjacent department manager.   You need to further understand their jobs and how they interact with your position.   Getting to know players and positions is the most vital thing you can do to get started.   By doing this, you will be more effective sooner. Meet with the boss early and often: Make sure you meet with your boss to understand what goals are expected and what resources you have to support those goals besides your group.   Knowing their goals will help you define the goals you will want to plan for your people. Knowing the goals sets your baseline for performance but it’s vital for you to understand how they will measure your performance.  You need to know what they need from you to let them know how you AND your group is performing. Figure out what your job is: You need to figure out what your tasks are versus the tasks of those reporting to you.   You will likely do things differently than the previous manager so it’s important for you to figure out what you need from your group, when you need it and communicate that to them in this window.   This will be a be rough to start with as anything that represents a change usually is, so be patient until you all get a rhythm going. You will invariably be told “this isn’t how the previous manager did it”.    Don’t be defensive or blow it off.  Listen to what is being told to you about your job as learning your job will come from your group as much as it will come from the boss.  You can decide for yourself if you want to adapt what was done previously or invent your own way of doing things. The biggest aspect to your role is that you act as a communication conduit between higher management and your group.   Figure out the specifics of when to meet as a group and each individual quickly so communication isn’t missing during your transition into this new role. In the first 1-2 months: Make a plan for both long term and short term to that will get you and your group to the goals.   A good leader always has a plan and articulates that plan soon and often.   You can’t really accomplish this in the first couple of weeks but what you learn in those first couple of weeks will strongly inform this step.   You should get your group together to help develop this plan.   This is also important to solidifying yourself as a strong manager and leader.   Leaders have vision and plans, they can communicate and engage others in that vision and plan.   Once you have a plan, engage and communicate that to the boss and anyone else that is a stakeholder.   They want to know you are taking charge and this is one of the most powerful ways of doing it. With your plan in place, plan out how you will be updated and update to your group and to the higher management.   It’s not enough to have the plan you must execute and in the process, be a source of ongoing communication. First impressions matter and these first few months of your new leadership position have the potential of establishing your personal brand. Do you know what your next career step is?   Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable.   Get your copy now and start your action plan today: CLICK HERE Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential.

The 30-Day Challenge

The 30-Day Challenge In 2015 our most popular lesson in our 1-on-1 English classes was 30-Day Challenge, a lesson about goals and trying new things. Its a good lesson for starting off a new year, and it inspired me to try something for 30 days. Ive given up eating sugar for the month of January. Im 20 days in now, and its really not bad at all, although I really have the urge to buy some chocolate chip cookies right now.In the past Ive also given up alcohol for 30 days, which was easy, and caffeine, which was horrible. Although, coffee never tasted better to me than it did after 30 days without it.Below we have a TED Talk that we also used in the lesson. Its about 30-day challenges, and was inspired by  Spurlock, perhaps the king of these challenges, who ate nothing but McDonalds for 30 days in Super Size Me. Watch the video below and see if you can answer the listening questions.Answer the questions in comments, and well respond.A few years ago, I felt like I was ___ in a ___.What does the above sentenc e mean?What is Morgan Spurlocks actual profession? How does the speaker refer to him?It __ __ 30 days is just  about the right amount of timeHow did the speaker perceive time while doing the challenges?What were some of the challenges the speaker did?Did the speaker write a novel?Are small or large changes more likely to stick?

Huntington Learning Center Shares Latest SAT Happenings

Huntington Learning Center Shares Latest SAT Happenings Latest Update: Feb. 16, 2018When it comes to the SAT college entrance exam, the last several years have been largely focused on the College Boards redesign of the test, but Huntington Learning Center is up on the latest news and information. Eileen Huntington, CEO and co-founder of Huntington Learning Center reminds parents of the importance of staying up to date. Last year brought a great deal of change to the SAT, but the College Board is still adjusting processes and other aspects of the SAT, she says. Huntingtonshares the latest SAT happenings that may impact your college-bound student: Students can now take the SAT in late August. For the first time since the mid-1970s, the College Board is offering an August exam date, based on feedback from students, K-12 and higher education professionals, and test center staff. This date provides students about to begin their senior year with earlier opportunities to take the exam before submitting college applications. Other benefits of an August SAT date: It will be it easier for students to dedicate themselves to an SAT prep program over summer break since school is not in session. A summer date should help minimize problems caused by issues such as delays in score reporting and weather-related test cancellations in late winter. Students heading into senior year will have two opportunities instead of one to take the SAT (August and October) before early admission application deadlines, which are usually in early November. The January exam date has been eliminated. Beginning in the 2017-2018 school year, the January SAT date will no longer be offered. This means that the SAT continues to be offered seven times per year: in August, October, November, December, March, May and June. The process for requesting test accommodations is much simpler. In December 2016, the College Board announced a much simpler request process for testing accommodations for students currently using them at their schools through Individualized Education Programs and 504 Plans. Testing supports are available for English language learners (ELL), effective January 1, 2017. ELL students taking a state-funded SAT during the school day will now have access to testing instructions in several native languages and approved bilingual glossaries. The College Boards overall goal is to level the playing field for all students. Following the redesign of the SAT, the number of students taking the new exam in 2016 jumped to 1.36 million (compared to 1.18 million in 2015). This indicates a show of support among students and parents alike, says Huntington. The College Board has greatly increased its efforts to make the SAT and all of its exams reflect what students are learning in class. she says. Huntington is apprised of the latest changes and incorporates any and all adjustments into our prep programs. For more information about Huntingtons individualized SAT prep programs, contact Huntington Learning Center at 1-800-CAN-LEARN. About Huntington Huntington is the tutoring and test prep leader. Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntingtons mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.huntingtonhelps.com. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. 2017 Huntington Mark, LLC. Huntington Learning Center, the three-leaf logo, and 1 800 CAN LEARN are registered trademarks of Huntington Mark, LLC. Each franchised Huntington Learning Center is operated under a franchise agreement with Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.

International School of Dakar

International School of Dakar International School of Dakar At the International School of Dakar, we are guided by our strategic plan which calls upon us to challenge, create, and change, our students, our school, and ourselves.ISD is an independent, co-educational day school offering an enriched international educational program to reflect the diverse international background of the student body and the faculty. Classes are offered for PK-3 through Grade 12. The school year extends from mid-August to mid-June. Our ultimate goal is to develop successful learners who have the courage to tackle complex problems and be of service to others. We have 625 students from 64 different countries. We offer the IB Diploma and are a PYP and MYP Candidate School. International School of Dakar International School of Dakar We are looking for teachers who can make a difference! The International School of Dakar is a multicultural community of learners and educators that is dedicated to instilling the values of creativity, responsibility, and excellence in all their students. We are an IB World School with a young IB Diploma Program. We are currently a PYP candidate school and will be a MYP candidate school soon. ISD teachers are passionate educators who strive to develop well-rounded students that are able to tackle complex problems and help others. Through many creative and extra curricular opportunities, students are also encouraged to discover their passions and refine other skills that may not be seen in the classroom.We are a good, small school with dreams of becoming something specialin a safe and stable country. Great opportunity for savings with our compensation package. ISD is considered a “hidden gem”! To learn more about our school, check out the following resources. School website - www.isdakar.org Facebook page - www.facebook.com/isdakar Parent newsletter - jagjournal.isd.sn New Hire website - newhire.isd.sn Current weather in Dakar (one of the best things about living here) - http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/l/SGXX0001:1:SG