Graded Writing Samples for Private School Admissions
The admissions process is constantly evolving, keeping parents on their toes! Graded writing samples are one of the latest admissions trends. For middle school and high school applicants, many schools now require a writing sample from your child’s current school year that has been graded by a teacher and/or includes teacher comments. Why do schools […]
All About Application Extras
Families always have the option to submit application “extras,” (often called supplements) alongside their middle and high school students’ essays, transcripts, recommendations, etc. Submitting extras is always optional, and we typically find that they’re not necessary if a student has demonstrated a strong and consistent narrative for admissions committees. However, everything is different this year. […]
