Give a gift of learning this holiday! As a parent of two grown boys, I always told my children that the two greatest gifts I could give them in life was my love and their education. When they were growing up, the holiday season was always an exciting time in our home. I always tried…
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Do you have an “A” child who’s getting “B’s, C’s or D’s?”
Do you have an “A” child who’s getting “B’s, C’s or D’s?” Understanding report cards today has become more difficult as many schools have left A, B, and C grades in favor of 1 to 4, or other descriptions such as meets grade level standards, progressing toward grade level, experiencing difficulty, proficient, satisfactory etc. Nevertheless,…
Progress Reports are on the Horizon
Progress Reports are on the Horizon Today’s elementary progress reports vary greatly among school districts and go well beyond the simple letter grades of A’s, B’s, C’s, etc. Various developmental scales and checklists are used to communicate a student’s performance. Middle school and high school report cards, however, continue to reflect the letter grades of…
PSSA: What you Need to Know
Here is what you need to know about the PSSA. The PA System of School Assessment (PSSA) tests are administered every spring and measure state academic standards which include the skills that children are expected to learn beginning in Kindergarten through High School. These standards are set by the states, not the federal government, and…
Prep Classes for the SAT & ACT Exams
To All Rising Juniors and Seniors looking for prep classes for the SAT or ACT Exams: Soon you will be facing the college selection process, which can be exciting, puzzling, and sometimes threatening. The best way to approach this process is to begin by being well informed and well prepared. Familiarize yourself with different colleges…
Why take the PSAT/NMSQT?
Why take the PSAT/NMSQT? If you are a sophomore or junior, taking the PSAT is becoming increasingly important. The PSAT now parallels the redesigned SAT. That means that your performance on the PSAT can give you valuable feedback about how ready you are for the SAT. We highly recommend that both sophomores and juniors sit…
Compare ACT-SAT Scores
How do you compare your ACT and SAT Scores? Concordance refers to the relationship between scores on assessment tests that measure similar information. Below is the official concordance table from ACT website (https://www.act.org/). This tool can help you compare the ACT-SAT scores to make informed decisions about test prep.
Are You Preparing for the PSAT / NMSQT?
Are you preparing for the PSAT / NMSQT? If you are a Sophomore or Junior you should be taking the PSAT/NMSQT. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The PSAT/NMSQT is being administered on Wednesday, October 16th or Saturday, October 29th. Some schools will administer the test during school hours so check with your guidance counselors. The Mount Lebanon…
Prep Classes for the SAT / PSAT / ACT Exams
To All Rising Juniors and Seniors looking for prep classes for the SAT, PSAT or ACT Exams: Soon you will be facing the college selection process, which can be exciting, puzzling, and sometimes threatening. The best way to approach this process is to begin by being well informed and well prepared. Familiarize yourself with different…
Mount Lebanon Academy’s Learning Community
Welcome Back to Mount Lebanon Academy’s Learning Community! As owner and Director of Mount Lebanon Academy, I sincerely hope everyone had an enjoyable summer and is recharged and ready to begin a productive and successful academic year. Our enthusiastic and dedicated teachers are prepared and ready to work with your children to provide maintenance and…