by Maurice Frumkin | Aug 1, 2020 | Blog
Virtual School Events: Strategies for Parents & Students As we head into what could be considered the most unique school admissions season in recent memory, families will be faced with a new question: How should we prepare for what’s likely to be a slew of...
by Maurice Frumkin | Jul 9, 2016 | Blog
It seems like I’m getting more and more frantic calls from new clients with rising 9th graders this time of year – after high school placements have been made. Many of these families think all hope is lost. A common scenario involves families who went through...
by Maurice Frumkin | Jun 14, 2015 | Blog
The school year is winding down, and if you are a rising 8th grade family (now finishing up 7th grade) in NYC, you are probably thinking about next fall and the dreaded high school admissions process. Some of you have accomplished a lot so far, whereas others...
by Maurice Frumkin | Jan 30, 2015 | Blog
By Alix Klein 8th Grade, Wagner Middle School For me the high school admissions process was long and difficult. When I realized how many kids were applying to the same schools as me, I felt scared and nervous that I wouldn’t have a chance of getting in. The...
by Maurice Frumkin | Dec 29, 2014 | Blog
Getting caught up in the top schools’ reputations can keep a student from finding a high school that’s right for her. Here’s how you can identify best-fit high schools. http://bit.ly/1BF6oPh