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Knowing what colleges are looking for can make the admissions process less stressful for students and help them prepare a...

A college advisor who aligns with your individual needs and aspirations will make or break your college planning process. Finding...

Finding balance in school and sport can significantly boost your chances of landing a spot at that dream college. But...

Why we’re committed to helping all students thrive A recent Wall Street Journal article, “The New Must-Have for Overwhelmed Kids:...

In a recent article written by Catherine Kola-Balogun and published in The Oxford Blue, titled “The Invisible War: Does Oxford...

According to research from Strada Education Foundation, a nonprofit that analyzed federal education and earnings data, students graduating from public...

The NCAA and five major athletic conferences agreed to a $2.77 billion settlement in a class-action lawsuit, marking a significant...

A New Graduate in the Job Market As cited in a recent article published in the Wall Street Journal, “Companies...

Pursuing a college education is one of the most significant investments students and their families will make. With the cost...

With so much at stake when preparing for college application season, take caution to avoid falling victim to test prep...

These quick college planning facts will help you make the most of your child’s college planning path. Did you know...

As 9th graders, it is important to begin to lay solid groundwork that will pave the way for your future...

Executive dysfunction hampers a person’s ability to manage tasks, maintain focus, and control emotions. It is an extremely difficult issue...

Why College Planning is Essential College is a significant milestone in any student's life, marking the transition from adolescence to...

As 10th graders, the primary focus of college planning should be building upon the groundwork laid in the freshman year....

Transitioning from middle school to high school marks an important phase in a student's academic journey. As they embark on...

Introduction This article aims to help you understand the impact of the historic decision regarding Affirmative Action in college admissions....

The college application process is a significant milestone in a student's academic journey. Alongside academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and personal...

The college application process can be a daunting experience for many high school students. One of the key components of...

The college application process is an exciting but challenging journey for many students. One of the most significant components of...

Assessing Academic and Career Goals The first step in starting a college plan is for students to assess their academic...

Importance of College Planning The decision to attend college is one of the most important decisions a student can make....

The Importance of Early College Planning The decision to attend college is a significant milestone in any student's life, and...

Manifesting the future that students and parents want, while navigating the competitive nature of the world, can seem formidable. Balancing...

At Novella Prep, our goal is to contribute to developing a healthy child who finds balance and preparedness for higher...

A Quick Review Executive functioning is known as “the management system of the brain” and includes mental abilities such as...

The Short Answer A crucial step in our process is a one-on-one with a trained educator who is facile with...

As online education continues to expand in the United States and worldwide, studies have been conducted to see if online...

What is The Essential Eight™? At Novella Prep, we have found that The Essential Eight™, a term we coined in 2022 to...

How to be Icarus but Avoid the Sun: College Planning for the Ambitious but Balanced As one admissions cycle comes...

This article by Tony Di Giacomo Ph.D. originally appeared on River Journal Online Acceptance to a top-choice, best-fitting school is...

This article by Tony Di Giacomo Ph.D. originally appeared on River Journal Online The college planning process is no longer...

Where To Apply for College Scholarships  Life is busy already with school and college applications so why take the time...

What Are The First Steps in Deciding How Many Colleges to Apply To? Your college list is made. You have...

This article by Tony Di Giacomo Ph.D. originally appeared on River Journal Online While admissions decisions for seniors continue to...

New York City-based not-for-profit College Board recently announced that the SAT Suite of Assessments (SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, PSAT 8/9)...

This article by Tony Di Giacomo Ph.D. originally appeared on River Journal Online As temperatures drop and the snow continues...

Online Learning: Growth, Benefits, and Supporting Our Students Online learning and the implementation of digital resources in education is continuing...

Written by Novella Teacher, Dawn Ruiz, M.S As we gradually move toward a new reality of education, we come to...

The abrupt transition to online schooling left many students feeling stressed, anxious, and in distress as they were forced to...

Originally published by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series  On the road to college, organization is paramount. Throughout a student’s...

Today’s students are so often focused on the “what.” What classes will they take next year? What experiences will they...

Originally published by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series  The 2020-2021 college admissions cycle was certainly the most disruptive of...

When setting goals, it is important to have a clear vision for achieving objectives.  The acronym S.M.A.R.T was adopted in...

Originally published by the author in NYMetroParents Many parents wonder whether an A in a Regents or College Prep class is better...

Originally published in NYMetroParents Widespread changes across the admissions process certainly show the continuing impact of COVID-19 on the world...

Originally published by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series & in NYMetroParents Choosing a college is the culmination of...

Originally published by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series The road to college is a path primarily defined by...

Originally posted by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series. For many of us, this March marks almost a full...

Amid rising concerns over growing rates of COVID-19 nationwide, a return to fully online learning may once again be a...

Originally posted by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series. On the road to college, being proactive is crucial for...

Originally posted by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series. Whether it’s universities reversing their original instruction plans,...

Throughout any school year, it’s common for both educators and students to become overly stressed, overwhelmed with projects, tests, and...

The typical journey of narrowing application lists through a lineup of information sessions and campus tours will no longer be...

While COVID-19 cases surge across the nation, the question remains of how colleges and universities will ultimately be able to...

Families have started to consider moves beyond the big city and into more spacious, suburban homes in less populated areas....

Originally posted by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series. As the school year comes to a close...

As the virtual school-year begins to wind down for many students over the coming weeks, a number of looming questions...

Originally posted by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series. The road to college remains an ever-changing journey,...

Following the College Board’s announcement that 2020 Advanced Placement exams will be taking place online, students may be left with...

As schools and universities, along with places of work, close for short or longer term durations, online communication and learning...

This article by Dr. Tony Di Giacomo originally appeared on River Journal Online. On the road to college, we use...

This article by Dr. Tony Di Giacomo originally appeared on River Journal. On the Road to College, one significant waypoint...

This article by Dr. Tony Di Giacomo originally appeared on River Journal. On the Road to College, one of the...

This article by Dr. Tony Di Giacomo originally appeared on River Journal. On the Road to College, we have opportunities...

This article by Dr. Tony Di Giacomo originally appeared on River Journal. On the Road to College, summer is a...

This article by Dr. Tony Di Giacomo originally appeared on River Journal. On the Road to College, standardized tests occupy...

Will Study Skills Help My Child With School? Study Skills are a proven way to help students improve their grades,...

The Most Important Factors When Narrowing Down Your College List Making a college list is an exciting part of the...

The College list is an integral part of the college application process and then you sophomores and juniors. The college...

How Do I Find the Best Tutor? For many parents, finding a good tutor is a key component of the...

As the school year winds down, we are approaching an important time of year to visit colleges. Because finalizing the...

On the road to college, parents and students have much to consider. One question I’m asked quite often is, “When...

The road to college is an enduring theme that helps parents and students conceive of the steps toward college (and...

There are two core truths when writing a common application essay as it relates to increasing one’s chances of admission:...

All of us were outraged by the college cheating scandal, and for many reasons. I recently wrote about this and...

The college cheating scandal that broke on March 12 offended many people, me among them. While some tried to cast...

Please join Novella Prep founder and CEO Dr. Tony Di Giacomo at the Hilton Westchester on March 20th for an...

So much of being a successful student requires thinking about time. Where you need to be, and for how long,...

The college essay has become almost mythological, taking on such attention in the college planning process that students get stressed...

 Of all the parts of high school that cause confusion, testing easily ranks among the highest. Most countries have...

In the previous blog series, the focus has been on optimizing student success; leading toward less stress; better grades; deeper...

 All students should have an expectation of what grade they hope to achieve in any given class — before...

 Course sequencing? What does this mean? Imagine you are about to choose courses for your junior or senior year...

Plan the year, plan the quarter, plan the week, and live the day. A simple mantra, but one that has...

One of the most challenging things that happens on a student’s journey from middle school to high school is based...

A simple ethos can help you reimagine student success by following the 3 R’s: Retention, Relationships, and Responsibility. Presuming you...

So much in your life as a student is scheduled out for you, whether your school calendar, your sports, volunteering,...

As students, you juggle so many tasks and expectations, whether school assignments, clubs, activities, friends, family, chores,  or volunteering. Whether...

With all of the information we have at our fingertips, why is being a successful student so challenging? As parents,...

With the shining star of many college applications being the Common Application essay or main college essay, many students are...

In a word: holistic. Said differently: thorough. Think about the difference between traditional vs. preventative care in health, and you...

Plan the year, plan the quarter, plan the week, and live the day. A simple mantra we at Novella Prep...

As seen in NYMetroParents, below is helpful insight for parents of 12th grade students by the founder of Novella Prep....

As seen in NYMetroParents, below are some great suggestions for parents of 11th graders who are beginning, or in the...

Featured in NYMetroParents, the following article provides insight into college planning for 10th graders by Novella Prep's founder. These tips...

Many parents, students, and educators have questions about the SAT or ACT in terms of how they are similar, how...

What are the differences between practice tests and diagnostic tests for standardized test prep? First, a diagnostic test should provide...

How does a college major relate to future employment? What should students do in each grade to prepare for college?...

Course sequencing? What does this mean? Imagine your son or daughter is a junior about to choose courses for his...

All students should have an expectation of what grade they hope to achieve in any given class -- before the...

Goal setting: work with your daughter or son to set expectations in terms of grades by each subject. Do not...

An oft-written question, but still, many parents wonder whether an A in a Regents or College Prep class is better...

Finding balance in school and sport can significantly boost your chances of landing a spot at that dream college. But...

The NCAA and five major athletic conferences agreed to a $2.77 billion settlement in a class-action lawsuit, marking a significant...

Finding balance in school and sport can significantly boost your chances of landing a spot at that dream college. But...

The NCAA and five major athletic conferences agreed to a $2.77 billion settlement in a class-action lawsuit, marking a significant...

A New Graduate in the Job Market As cited in a recent article published in the Wall Street Journal, “Companies...

Why we’re committed to helping all students thrive A recent Wall Street Journal article, “The New Must-Have for Overwhelmed Kids:...

Executive dysfunction hampers a person’s ability to manage tasks, maintain focus, and control emotions. It is an extremely difficult issue...

In a recent article written by Catherine Kola-Balogun and published in The Oxford Blue, titled “The Invisible War: Does Oxford...

According to research from Strada Education Foundation, a nonprofit that analyzed federal education and earnings data, students graduating from public...

The NCAA and five major athletic conferences agreed to a $2.77 billion settlement in a class-action lawsuit, marking a significant...

A New Graduate in the Job Market As cited in a recent article published in the Wall Street Journal, “Companies...

Why College Planning is Essential College is a significant milestone in any student's life, marking the transition from adolescence to...

Transitioning from middle school to high school marks an important phase in a student's academic journey. As they embark on...

With so much at stake when preparing for college application season, take caution to avoid falling victim to test prep...

Introduction This article aims to help you understand the impact of the historic decision regarding Affirmative Action in college admissions....

New York City-based not-for-profit College Board recently announced that the SAT Suite of Assessments (SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, PSAT 8/9)...

All of us were outraged by the college cheating scandal, and for many reasons. I recently wrote about this and...

The college cheating scandal that broke on March 12 offended many people, me among them. While some tried to cast...

Why we’re committed to helping all students thrive A recent Wall Street Journal article, “The New Must-Have for Overwhelmed Kids:...

Executive dysfunction hampers a person’s ability to manage tasks, maintain focus, and control emotions. It is an extremely difficult issue...

Online Learning: Growth, Benefits, and Supporting Our Students Online learning and the implementation of digital resources in education is continuing...

Written by Novella Teacher, Dawn Ruiz, M.S As we gradually move toward a new reality of education, we come to...

Originally published by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series  On the road to college, organization is paramount. Throughout a student’s...

Today’s students are so often focused on the “what.” What classes will they take next year? What experiences will they...

Manifesting the future that students and parents want, while navigating the competitive nature of the world, can seem formidable. Balancing...

As online education continues to expand in the United States and worldwide, studies have been conducted to see if online...

What is The Essential Eight™? At Novella Prep, we have found that The Essential Eight™, a term we coined in 2022 to...

So much of being a successful student requires thinking about time. Where you need to be, and for how long,...

The college essay has become almost mythological, taking on such attention in the college planning process that students get stressed...

 Of all the parts of high school that cause confusion, testing easily ranks among the highest. Most countries have...

With so much at stake when preparing for college application season, take caution to avoid falling victim to test prep...

Transitioning from middle school to high school marks an important phase in a student's academic journey. As they embark on...

Introduction This article aims to help you understand the impact of the historic decision regarding Affirmative Action in college admissions....

The college application process is a significant milestone in a student's academic journey. Alongside academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and personal...

The college application process can be a daunting experience for many high school students. One of the key components of...

The college application process is an exciting but challenging journey for many students. One of the most significant components of...

Knowing what colleges are looking for can make the admissions process less stressful for students and help them prepare a...

A college advisor who aligns with your individual needs and aspirations will make or break your college planning process. Finding...

In a recent article written by Catherine Kola-Balogun and published in The Oxford Blue, titled “The Invisible War: Does Oxford...

According to research from Strada Education Foundation, a nonprofit that analyzed federal education and earnings data, students graduating from public...

Pursuing a college education is one of the most significant investments students and their families will make. With the cost...

These quick college planning facts will help you make the most of your child’s college planning path. Did you know...

Why we’re committed to helping all students thrive A recent Wall Street Journal article, “The New Must-Have for Overwhelmed Kids:...

Pursuing a college education is one of the most significant investments students and their families will make. With the cost...

These quick college planning facts will help you make the most of your child’s college planning path. Did you know...

Transitioning from middle school to high school marks an important phase in a student's academic journey. As they embark on...

The college application process is a significant milestone in a student's academic journey. Alongside academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and personal...

The college application process is an exciting but challenging journey for many students. One of the most significant components of...

New York City-based not-for-profit College Board recently announced that the SAT Suite of Assessments (SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, PSAT 8/9)...

Originally published by the author in the riverjournalonline.com Road to College series  The 2020-2021 college admissions cycle was certainly the most disruptive of...

Originally published by the author in NYMetroParents Many parents wonder whether an A in a Regents or College Prep class is better...

Originally published in NYMetroParents Widespread changes across the admissions process certainly show the continuing impact of COVID-19 on the world...

This article by Dr. Tony Di Giacomo originally appeared on River Journal. On the Road to College, standardized tests occupy...

 Of all the parts of high school that cause confusion, testing easily ranks among the highest. Most countries have...