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Why I Do Not Recommend Weighting Grades
I don't recommend weighting grades. It makes it harder for colleges, and colleges tend to like you more if you make their job easier. Here is the problem, every high school has a different policy on weighting grades.
For an "Honors" or AP class, some high schools will add 1.0 to the grade - so the highest grade possible is a 5.0… Read More -
What is the Meaning of a Test Optional College (or Test Blind College)?
With the occurrence of the pandemic, many colleges have gone to being 'test optional' or 'test blind'. But what does that really mean? And, does it affect your chances at scholarships if you don't take those high school college admission tests?
Should your child send scores to a test optional college?
… Read MoreFirst, let's clarify what these terms mean by getting
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How to Include Bible on a Homeschool Transcript
Homeschoolers are often Christian families - and they often include Christian education in their homeschool. Let me show you how to include your study of faith onto your transcript. After all, Christian high schools include faith-based classes on their transcript, and you can too!
… Read MoreHow to give high school grades, assign credits, and make transcripts are the top questions I get -
What is a Good Score on the SAT?
What is a good score on the SAT? Everybody asks me that!
There is no formula or calculation for what makes a good score. A good SAT score is the best score that YOUR child can earn. But to guesstimate how your child is doing, I can suggest a scale based on the general population of the US. It doesn't fit
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