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From a NYC Private School Kindergarten Applicant’s Mom Today

Hi Emily, We are still waiting to hear from many schools, but as of now we have been accepted to: <top tier Manhattan girls' school> <+ four other schools> I never imagined we'd get so many accepts. We are thrilled! Thank you for all of your help Emily. It looks like <daughter's name> will be … Continue reading From a NYC Private School Kindergarten Applicant’s Mom Today

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Nail-Biting Time for NYC Private School Applicants

It's near the end of the road for families applying to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Riverdale, and Westchester private schools.  Feedback for kindergarten admission is in full swing. Applying to:                                     NYC ISAAGNY  Notification Date: Kindergarten-1st grade                                 Mail or email Fri. Feb. 8 Preschool, ongoing school                          Mail or email Wed. Feb. 13 2nd-8th grade                                                   Mail … Continue reading Nail-Biting Time for NYC Private School Applicants

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From a Manhattan Private School Selection Client

Families seeking assistance strategically choosing NYC private schools and getting the true scoop on admissions frequently choose to work with Abacus Guide and take our School Selection Program.  A happy client emailed yesterday: Dear Emily, Thank you so much for your time this morning.  We very much appreciated your extra efforts and found our meeting … Continue reading From a Manhattan Private School Selection Client

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ISAAGNY (Independent Schools Admission Association of Greater New York) Gets a Swanky New Website

Right in time for the New Year, ISAAGNY (Independent Schools Admission Association of Greater New York) debuted its swanky new website.  Redesigned with new fonts, new color photos of member NYC private schools, and even new information, the freshened site adds pizazz and allegedly, "transparency". The ISAAGNY directors helpfully note: For that selection process to … Continue reading ISAAGNY (Independent Schools Admission Association of Greater New York) Gets a Swanky New Website

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Are You Looking to “Upgrade” Your Child’s NYC Private School?

Are you unhappy with your child's Manhattan or Brooklyn private school? Are you looking to make a change? To make your Johnny or Susie stand out, you need to plan early.  I am working with families now to determine when is their best time to switch between NYC private schools, and what students and parents … Continue reading Are You Looking to “Upgrade” Your Child’s NYC Private School?

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NYC Private School Kindergarten: Should You Prep Your Child for the ERB?

Officially, the word is No.  Do not prep your child for the ERB. Urban legend even holds that if you do prep your child for the ERB, he or she will be found out and shut out of NYC private school kindergarten. However, this is what I have seen in my almost 14 years of … Continue reading NYC Private School Kindergarten: Should You Prep Your Child for the ERB?

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Can Your Prospective Private School High School or Middle School Student Handle Interviewing?

If your child is applying to private school middle school or high school, the student interview is a critical part of the admissions process.  If your child or you needs interviewing help, now is the time to call or contact us.  We have been helping families ace the process since 1999.  212-712-2228 or info(at)abacusguide.com

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NYC Private School Kindergarten Application Trends in 2012

With the increase in kindergarten applicants to Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Riverdale private schools and the opening of a well-funded new school (Avenues), schools are: Releasing applications earlier.  Many NYC private schools for the first time released applications over the summer, relieving the post-Labor Day crunch. Imposing character counts on essays.  Apparently, there is only so … Continue reading NYC Private School Kindergarten Application Trends in 2012

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The Day after Labor Day is D-Day for NYC Private School Kindergarten Applicants

The race is on for NYC private school kindergarten admission. A number of schools released their applications early this year, some in mid-August.  This was a helpful move as it reduced the early September essay completion crunch, although many families have complained to me that this just extends the admissions season and eats into summer … Continue reading The Day after Labor Day is D-Day for NYC Private School Kindergarten Applicants

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Is the Sex Abuse Scandal Stopping People From Applying to Horace Mann?

It's interesting that families I work with are as interested in Horace Mann as ever.  For many people, the Riverdale private school's reputation for top-tier academics trumps all other concerns. Given that Horace Mann recently announced that all teachers will be subject to background checks and staff training, it may now be the safest place … Continue reading Is the Sex Abuse Scandal Stopping People From Applying to Horace Mann?