On April 26 and April 27, 3rd through 8th graders in the State of New York will be taking the New York State math exam.  Determining how your child performs on this assessment, they will earn a grade of: 4 – above grade level 3 – on grade level 2…

The value of x + x(xx) when x = 2 is: (a) 10, (b) 16, (c) 18, (d) 36, (e) 64 Solution: ?? Many 7th graders are facing math problems like the one above.  If your child cannot successfully solve this problem, they might need outside assistance, and Advance Scholars…

Tis’ the season for parent-teacher conferences, AGAIN!  Here are some questions you can ask your child’s teacher to get the most out of your  conference.  Remember, conferences are approximately 10 minutes long.  How is my child doing socially?   What do you see as my child’s academic strengths and weaknesses? How…

The New York State ELA tests were conducted on March 29 and 30. As a teacher on Long Island, I saw first hand how challenging this assessment was for so many! These assessments are given to 3rd graders through 8th graders. High school students face Regents exams and SAT/ACT assessments….

Is your 10th grader ready to take and pass their Global History and Geography regents exam?  The above question is an example of what they will face.  If your child feels less than confident in their ability to excel on this exam or any other exam, please don’t hesitate to…

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) Regents exams are subject-based tests generally taken at the end of the school year in June (although there are also August and January test dates for makeups/mid-year exams). By subject-based, we mean that you aren’t just tested on broad categories like “Math” or…

Advance Scholars tutoring service offers academic support in: English Language Arts Mathematics Social Studies Science SAT/ACT and LSAT instruction Don’t wait to contact us to provide your child what they need to thrive! Advance Scholars tutoring service can be reached at 646/717-1015 or 347/401-4197 or visit our website at www.advancescholars.com…

With New York State Tests approaching, does your child understand RACCE? Restate the question using part of the question Answer the question  Cite text evidence from the text to support your response  Cite text evidence from the text to support your response (yes this is done twice) Explain your answer…

9th graders should be learning the following key concepts: Rational and irrational numbers Line and slope Integers Variables Outlining arguments  Evaluating points of view Basic rules of English  If your child is struggling academically, and/or socially and emotionally, Advance Scholars tutoring service is here to help!  We offer personalized and…

On March 29 – March 30, 3rd through 8th graders in the State of New York will be taking the New York State ELA exam.  Determining how your child performs on this assessment, they will earn a grade of: 4 – above grade level 3 – on grade level 2…