Homework still has an important role, but only when it’s meaningful. At Groza, we see homework as more than a checklist of assignments. It’s where academic practice meets life preparation. Done well, homework helps students strengthen both their learning and executive functioning skills, planning, organisation, time management, and persistence. A short math set builds more […]
Because of the pandemic, many colleges nationwide have made the SAT and ACT optional for this year’s admissions. As colleges came online during the spring and are still making plans for this fall, The Times just reported that the UC system passed a proposal for the SAT and the ACT to be optional for the next […]
With the digital SAT now fully in place and key 2026 test dates approaching—March 14, May 2, and June 6—many parents are wondering: When should my student start preparing? Is tutoring necessary for big score gains? And how do the changes to the SAT affect planning? This guide answers those questions step by step. Whether […]
What is ISEE? Getting into the right private school can be an incredibly confusing process for parents and students. Similarly, registering, applying, and testing can often feel daunting and frustrating. The first step, research and select schools you would like to attend. The second, register and prepare for the ISEE. The ISEE, or Independent School […]
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By now your head is probably swirling with all the information about the Novel Coronavirus. It’s important to stay updated and informed but it’s equally important to stay calm, take deep breaths, and plan for the future. On March 17th Governor Gavin Newsom stated … that public schools across the state, many of which are […]
It’s fall, and by now you’ve narrowed your list of schools to ones you’re interested in applying to. So, reality check! Now’s the time to step back and honestly evaluate which one is the best match for your child and which one does your child honestly have a chance for admittance. Since no two schools […]
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Ack! How is it possible my prepared student’s SAT score was so low? That’s what many families were asking when the College Board released their August 24th, 2019 SAT results. It caused a mini tsunami of confusion and dismay. This particular test was supposed to be “easier,” but students’ test scores were much lower than […]
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