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About Marc Hoffman
For 8 years, parents have trusted us to help their children succeed academically. Whether you are interested in special needs consulting, subject tutoring, or college prep and SAT tutoring, our experienced tutors can develop strategies uniquely suited to your child's abilities and learning style, giving your child the power to succeed.
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Author Archives: Marc
How To Find Private Tutors Fairfield CT
It can be difficult when your child is struggling in school. Where do you turn to for help? Maybe you’ve tried to get some extra attention from your school’s school. This was not the solution. Hoffman Education Can Provide Private … Continue reading
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Find Tutoring Westchester Exam Help
Does your child have an important test coming up, and she’s worried about not knowing the material? Exams can be very stressful for the entire family. You don’t have to accept the fact that she might not do well on … Continue reading
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Holiday Greetings, from Marc Hoffman
2010 was a year of changes for Hoffman Education, including the launch of a new website, a Facebook page, and this blog. Though we have changed some things on the surface, the essentials that guide us remain the same. As … Continue reading
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Applying for SAT and ACT Testing Accommodations: Part 2
In Part 1 of this series, we examined some of the issues surrounding the application process for SAT and ACT testing accommodations. Here is a checklist: • Familiarize yourself with documentation requirements for each testing service, shown here for the … Continue reading
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Applying for SAT and ACT Testing Accommodations: Part 1
Parents of high school students with mild to moderate learning issues often ask us how to get extended time and other testing accommodations for the SAT or ACT. Unfortunately, it can be a frustrating, arbitrary process, with many procedural roadblocks. … Continue reading
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Parent’s Guide to the PSAT Score Report
Your high school junior took the PSAT in October, and you should have your child’s results in hand by the second week in December. (Scores are mailed directly to the school, and the school will mail them to you). Here’s … Continue reading
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Goal for the New Year: Help Your Disorganized Student Get Organized!
Here are some signs your student might need help with organization: Papers crumbled at the bottom of backpacks? Folders and binders look like they’ve been through a wind tunnel? Assignment requirements misunderstood? Project resources lost? Assignments incomplete or late? Grades … Continue reading
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Parent’s Guide to SAT and ACT Test Prep: Part 1
Let’s start with a reality check: college admissions officers say that college entrance exams like the SAT test or the ACT test are only one consideration among many when reviewing a student’s application. We also firmly believe that a student’s … Continue reading
Parent’s Guide to SAT and ACT Test Prep: Part 2
As mentioned in Part 1 of this series, both the SAT and the ACT are widely accepted, and only one part of a larger picture when your child’s application is being considered. High school grades, the rigor of your child’s … Continue reading
Study Skills and Organization Tips to Help Your Student
We are assembling a list of study tips. Here are a few to start off (please add your favorites in the comments , and we will update the list as new ones are added!): Planning Ahead: Buy an agenda with … Continue reading
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