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A Happy Kindergartener at a Downtown Private School

We were thrilled to receive this note from a 2025-2026 Abacus Guide Private School Admissions Support client today. Hi Emily, We hope you had a wonderful summer and imagine you are busy with a new admissions season. We wanted to report that <Child> started Kindergarten at <top Downtown NYC private school> earlier this month and … Continue reading A Happy Kindergartener at a Downtown Private School

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Private Parent Advisory Sessions for Thoughtful Educational Decision‑Making

One of the most common things parents say to me is: We want to make the right decision, but it's very hard to see clearly when it's your own child. That’s exactly where my parent advisory sessions come in. Last night, after a one‑on‑one session with a family navigating some complex educational decisions, I received … Continue reading Private Parent Advisory Sessions for Thoughtful Educational Decision‑Making

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Success Stories: Middle School Admissions Triumph

From a successful middle school applicant family today: Emily, I hope you are well. We wanted to share the good news that <Child> has been accepted to both <top Brooklyn> and <top Manhattan school> for the coming year. At this point, <top Manhattan school> feels like the strongest fit for <Child>, and he is genuinely … Continue reading Success Stories: Middle School Admissions Triumph