Personal Best Tutoring

05/25/2021

We've been busy this spring with virtual SAT prep seminars at several local schools. We wish everyone the best of luck with culminating experiences this school year. We'll be around next year to help the next batch of students through the rite of passage that is the SAT.

03/09/2021

We completed another successful seminar at North Stafford High School on Saturday. It was a pleasure to work with you, Ava. We, too, are grateful for the opportunity to continue our long-standing relationship with NSHS and hope to return in the future for up-and-coming Wolverines.

01/18/2021

Keep prepping! Scroll through our posts for worthwhile resources. As this article states, "...many colleges are only adopting test-optional policies for a specific amount of time. Some schools have noted that they will continue being test-optional for three years, while others are only using this policy for the 2020-2021 cycle. Consequently, it’s important to stay up to date on the requirements for every school on your best-fit list.”

College admissions trends are always changing and it's important for students to stay informed on the latest developments when applying to college.

01/05/2021

With SAT testing dates scheduled for March 13th, May 8th and June 5th, now is the perfect time to start scheduling a regular hour of prep each week. While attending one of our seminars is most ideal, follow us for strategies. Pick what works for you from these 23 tips and tricks from PrepScholar.

There's a lot to master on the SAT, but some tips get you many more points than others. We've compiled the best SAT tips and tricks you should definitely be using to improve your score.

12/14/2020

"We can continue to debate the validity of the SAT, as we have been doing for decades, but as long as most students are required to take the test, all students should have a fair chance to prepare." Bright futures of bright students should never be hindered by lack of resources. At Personal Best, we are committed to granting equitable access to our tutoring services to all students who need it, regardless of their ability to pay. See how we offer our programs directly to schools at a low, flat rate. https://www.personalbestva.com/schooladmin

SAT scores have long been a cultural flashpoint for anxiety about educational and economic opportunity in America. Students who can’t … Continued

11/11/2020

We’ve gone virtual in the age of COVID-19. Here’s what one participant from Mountain View High School in Stafford, VA had to say about the online prep seminar she attended in October. Best of luck, Sarai!

10/04/2020

"In short, students who would benefit from including a strong score in their application should try to take either the SAT or ACT this fall if available and safe."

Test-optional admissions offers students more freedom when selecting where to apply, but it can cause confusion about whether or not to submit scores.

09/12/2020

We're often asked, "What's a good SAT score?" That depends on your goals. If you hope to attend James Madison University you'll need to earn a score of 1120 to 1290 to be considered for admission. Scroll through our posts for SAT prep methods and ask your school's administrators to hold a Personal Best seminar.

08/03/2020

Preparing for college entrance exams may seem overwhelming. We've filled our social media platforms with worthwhile resources. You're invited to scroll through our posts to find what works for you. Don't let this valuable time slip away.

07/28/2020

We've always said that there is no better way to prepare for college entrance exams than to read regularly. And if college admissions counselors ask how you spent summer 2020, tell them you were reading. Be prepared to tell them which books were your favorites and why.

When it comes to your college application, colleges will look to see how you spent your time outside of school. In addition to your extracurricular activities, you may also want to list hobbies and interests that you commit a significant amount of time to. Reading is probably one of the best hobbies...

07/21/2020

How do college entrance exams prepare students for the real world? "Thinking about the big picture goal...will serve them in life anytime they need to jump through a series of hoops to achieve a goal."

Studying for the ACT and SAT can have some real world benefits for high school students. Learn how setting goals can help students in life.

07/09/2020

In keeping with our tradition of offering resources, here's another way to add structure to your summer with SAT preparation.

In this post, we outline how to integrate SAT prep with your summer plans so that you're ready to hit the ground running when testing starts back up come fall.