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PSAT 8/9 scores - understanding percentiles?

Hey guys! I just got my PSAT 8/9 scores back, and I'm a bit confused about the percentiles. Can anyone help me understand what they mean, and how it can be useful for me in terms of future test prep?

2 years ago

What are the benefits of joining the National Society of High School Scholars?

I recently received an invitation to join the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). What benefits does being a member of this organization offer, and is it worth joining? Does it stand out …

2 years ago

Joining academic honor societies in high school

How's it going, everyone? I've heard a lot about academic honor societies during high school, like the National Honor Society or subject-specific societies. How do these organizations work, and how ca …

2 years ago

How important is Science Olympiad for college admissions?

Hi there! I've been considering joining my school's Science Olympiad team and was wondering how much it would help with college applications. Will participating in Science Olympiad look good to colleg …

2 years ago

Navigating the rhetorical situation in AP Lang

Hey guys, I'm a bit confused about how to identify and discuss a text's rhetorical situation for my AP Lang assignments. Can someone please explain what a rhetorical situation is and what components I …

2 years ago

Research Argumentative Essay Topics

Hey all! I need to write a research argumentative essay for my English class, and I want to tackle a college or high school-related topic, possibly regarding the admissions process or academic life. W …

2 years ago

AP Calc BC questions and study advice

Hi guys, I'm currently prepping for the AP Calc BC exam, and I feel a little overwhelmed. Does anyone have any good resources for practice questions or tips for studying effectively? I'd really apprec …

2 years ago

Understanding Pre-ACT results

Hey guys, I just got my Pre-ACT results back, and I'm not quite sure how to interpret them. What do the scores mean and how can they help guide my preparation for the actual ACT? Does anybody have any …

2 years ago

Converting 3.5 unweighted GPA to weighted?

Hi everyone, I have a 3.5 unweighted GPA, and I'm wondering how that would look if it were weighted. Is there a way to convert it or see how it compares to a weighted GPA? Thanks!

2 years ago

AP Lang sample argument essays

Hey, can anyone link me to some examples of well-written AP Lang argument essays? I'd love to learn from real essays to improve my own skills. Thanks, guys!

2 years ago

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Candidate's Choice

Hi everyone! So, I recently received a Candidate's Choice Application from RPI, and I'm a bit confused about what this means. Does this give me any advantages or perks in the application process? Shou …

2 years ago

Recommended IB Physics Study Guide?

I'm currently taking IB Physics, and I've been struggling a little bit. Can anyone recommend a good study guide or resource that I can use to help grasp the concepts better? Thanks in advance!

2 years ago

NHS project ideas

So, I'm a new member of my school's NHS chapter, and I need to come up with some really cool project ideas that our group can work on together. Any suggestions or past projects that were successful fo …

2 years ago

Is there a fee waiver available for NSHSS?

Hey guys, I got an invitation to join NSHSS, but the fees are kind of steep for me right now. Does anyone know if there are fee waivers available, or if I qualify for a fee waiver? Thanks for helping …

2 years ago

ACT score report timeline?

After getting my ACT results, I know I need to send my scores to the colleges I'm applying to. How long does it usually take for colleges to receive the score reports after I've requested them to be s …

2 years ago

NHS involvement and college admissions?

So, I'm a member of the National Honor Society at my school, and I wanted to know if being an active member of the NHS would have any significant impact on my college applications? Furthermore, how ca …

2 years ago

Help with ACT writing prompts

Hi, I've been practicing for the ACT writing section but I'm running out of prompts to practice with. Could you guys share some resources or ideas for writing prompts that you've found useful? Thanks …

2 years ago

Effective professional development for high school counselors?

Hey all! I was wondering what are some good professional development opportunities or resources specifically for high school counselors? Are there any online workshops or conferences focused on colleg …

2 years ago

Considering 7-year med programs

Hey folks, I'm a high school junior interested in pursuing a career in medicine. I've heard about 7-year med programs that combine undergrad and med school. Can anyone share more about these programs …

2 years ago

NHS scholarship essay tips?

I'm applying for an NHS scholarship and they require an essay. Does anyone have any tips or suggestions on how to make my essay stand out? What should I focus on specifically?

2 years ago
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