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The Bright Kids NYC Blog
The BK Blog serves as a valuable resource for parents, students, and educators alike, offering insightful articles, tips, and advice on various educational topics. With a focus on providing valuable information and guidance, the BK Blog keeps readers informed about the latest trends in education, study techniques, test preparation strategies, and more, ensuring that they stay ahead in their academic pursuits!
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How to prevent summer brain drain in young kids...
When it comes to summer break, school is usually the last thing on a child’s mind. Instead, family trips and playtime with friends take...
Bright Kids
Jun 25, 20202 min read
Stanford-Binet for HCES Admissions - Can you prep?
To prep or not to prep -- that is the question! Every year, hundreds of parents can’t help noticing the elephant in the room regarding...
Bright Kids
Jun 25, 20202 min read
Fewer seats are offered amid increase in Gifted and Talented Applications
Department of Education data shows fewer New York City students received offers for gifted and talented programs this year compared to...
Bright Kids
Jun 18, 20203 min read
The New ISEE and SSAT at Home Test - Testing is not going away
The Educational Records Bureau (ERB)has redesigned the ISEE private school test so students can take the test online in their own home...
Bright Kids
Jun 5, 20201 min read
Angered Parents and Lost G&T Scores - Epic Meltdown of the System
The Department of Education lost the entry tests of over 80 kids applying to Gifted and Talented Schools. Many of our clients were in...
Bright Kids
May 22, 20201 min read
The end of AABL for private schools
Finally this obscure test that was never age appropriate with an obscure format is ending. We knew since 2014 when it was introduced it...
Bright Kids
May 9, 20201 min read
Kindergarten offers released
63,000 New York City families received Kindergarten placement offers on Tuesday to learn where their child will go to school next year....
Bright Kids
Apr 22, 20201 min read
How to engage your child at home...tips from us
Families across the world have been unceremoniously plunged into a new way of life, and everyone is still trying to carve out a groove....
Bright Kids
Apr 6, 20202 min read
As many NY Private School Parents flock to Florida, an opportunity emerges for those who stay
The private school admissions are in flux and many families are not returning to New York City. For families who are leaving more...
Bright Kids
Mar 16, 20201 min read
Is it really the end of G&T? Or not?
G&T is not going away anytime soon, in spite of the recommendation from the advisory committee.
Bright Kids
Feb 25, 20202 min read
What Makes Bright Kids Common Core Prep Unique?
At Bright Kids, our Common Core program sets us apart from all other companies. At the beginning of each set of sessions, we administer a...
Bright Kids
Jan 15, 20201 min read
Why Your Child Should Start Prepping for the ISEE Early On
The ISEE is a standardized test for admission to independent schools, developed and administered by the ERB (Educational Records Bureau).
Bright Kids
Jan 28, 20142 min read
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