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From a NYC Private Middle School Applicant Today (Accepted into 4 Schools So Far) (Emily Glickman Reviews)

This Abacus Guide client's child was accepted into four out of four NYC private middle schools yesterday and today, including his top choice, a well known top-tier coed school. Emily, Thanks for all your help and advice! We are so glad we decided to work with you on private school admission! Warm regards, <Dad's name> … Continue reading From a NYC Private Middle School Applicant Today (Accepted into 4 Schools So Far) (Emily Glickman Reviews)

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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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New York and Westchester Moms: How to Look Your Best for Private School Interviews

In our first ever beauty blog post, Abacus Mom addresses the pressing question of What to Wear to NYC private school interviews. Briefly, look like you fit in at the school.  If it's a conservative school, look conservative.  Nice sweater, skirt, or similar genre, and stay away from the four inch heels.  If it's a … Continue reading New York and Westchester Moms: How to Look Your Best for Private School Interviews

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NYC Private School Interview Prep Helps Parents Succeed

From a client today (with a nervous spouse): Emily: Interviews went very well this month.  Thank you for all your help.  We really felt very relaxed, prepared and comfortable as a result of the time we've spent working with you.   Fingers crossed. We are still working with parents and middle and high school student applicants … Continue reading NYC Private School Interview Prep Helps Parents Succeed

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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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More Suburban Private Schools Seek Desirable Manhattan Families

Hackley School in Tarrytown has busing to and from Manhattan, and now Lawrence Woodmere Academy in Woodmere, Long Island does too. Dear Ms. Glickman, Lawrence Woodmere Academy is a Pre-K through grade 12, private, independent, college preparatory school.  Our 7 acre campus is as accessible as The Hills Schools are to Manhattan and is conveniently located 20 minutes from Kennedy Airport … Continue reading More Suburban Private Schools Seek Desirable Manhattan Families