Many tenth graders are turning their focus to life after Northwood, including their future college and career. Here are some of the things I discuss with them when we meet: Finish strong this year and study hard for your final exams. Meet with Dr. LFP choose courses for next year. Choose challenging courses, but also … Continue reading Tenth Graders in the Spring and Summer Before Junior Year
Now That You Have Your ASVAB Results…
You have completed the ASVAB and should have your results by now. See Mr. Spear or Ms. Hulbert if you don't yet have your ASVAB results. The ASVAB Career Exploration Program (CEP) is made up of three components: > ASVAB: The aptitude test estimates your performance in academic and vocational endeavors. You've done this. Congratulations! … Continue reading Now That You Have Your ASVAB Results…
Important Information for Recently Graduated Seniors
Dear Graduating Senior: Congratulations on your graduation from Northwood! I enjoyed all of the festivities leading up to commencement. Unfortunately, I had to leave for our LEAP course in Tanzania as you were lining up to march to the tent. My quick departure meant I didn’t get to say congratulations and goodbye to most of … Continue reading Important Information for Recently Graduated Seniors
2019-20 Standardized Testing Calendar
Test Date Tests Offered Test Location Test Center Code Jul 13 ACT Not offered in NY or CA TBD Aug 24 SAT + Subj Tests Northwood 33542 Sept. 14 ACT Northwood 181280 Oct. 5 SAT + Subj Tests Northwood 33542 Oct. 16 PSAT 8/9 – 9th PreACT -10th PSAT - 11th App Workshop - 12th/PG … Continue reading 2019-20 Standardized Testing Calendar
Creating Your Standardized Testing Plan
Note: There are a lot of college admission testing experts out there. Some of them are good. Many of them are not. Our friends at Compass Education Group, notably Adam Ingersoll, Matt Steiner, and Bruce Reed, are among the very best. They give great advice and they never prey upon the anxieties that so many … Continue reading Creating Your Standardized Testing Plan
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