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College Essays and Applications
Applying to college is a multi-step process that can be an exciting time in a student's life. Every college and university has its own admission standards and process. The End Result has helped hundreds of its alumni navigate through this difficult process. Our support ranges from workshops on essay writing, to individualized help with the personal statement and filling in the application details.
When should a student begin working on college applications? Universities have their own deadlines. Many universities stop accepting applications by the end of November. Students should begin working on their applications at least three months in advance. A lot time and effort goes into the application process and it is better to be thorough and done ahead of time, then to miss the deadline. Applying to college is like taking another class at school since the average student applies to a minimum of five colleges. The End Result recommends that students start early, in the summer to manage the workload. Come fall, students should focus on their senior year classes.
How does one decide which colleges to apply to?
Have your student think about...why they are going to college and what they are interested in. Many students lack information or experience to choose their major. Typically students change their major two to three times while at college. To identify potential colleges, consider the financial budget, location and distance from home, campus size, and opportunities for extracurricular activities.
How many schools should one apply to?
While there is no set formula, applying from six to eight schools is reasonable. This includes applying to top choice schools and a couple of "safety schools" where the student is almost certain to get accepted.
The application's core components:
- Essays (Personal Statement)
- Resume/ Extracurricular Activity list
- Academic Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
- Application fees
- Standardized Examinations (SAT/ACT)
- Personal Information
- Financial Aid - Apply for the FAFSA & Cal Grants
College Admissions: Some schools have rolling admissions. That means that the school will notify the student of their acceptance/rejection within a few weeks of getting the application. Some schools make early decisions for students who meet early deadlines, while other schools have regular decisions for students who meet regular deadlines.
Tips from The End Result:
· Organization! Keep all paperwork and passwords in one place
· Begin working on the process early
· Research scholarship opportunities
· Stand out with an exceptional personal essay
· Create a plan and ask for help
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The End Result's SAT Boot Camp is a great way for students to learn the strategies and techniques needed to excel on the SAT Exam. Summer is always a great time to prepare; there are no classes, no teachers, no AP exams, just free time that is often wasted. The SAT Boot Camp is fast, thorough, and effective.
The program is great for juniors and seniors, but for very different reasons. For juniors, this program is a preview, an opportunity to take the exam the first time and to get a performance baseline. For seniors, this program is a review, to review the concepts, to fine tune the skills, and to take the SAT one final time. The SAT exam should be taken by December of senior year to be eligible for fall 2012 admission.
The SAT Boot Camp is a 12 hour program of
high impact training that focuses
on all three components of the SAT Exam.
4 hours once a week = SAT Success
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| GETTING READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL |
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High School Success
 The choices students make in high school follow them into their adult lives, academic achievement and extracurricular choices are no exception. Since the messages about education are regularly distorted, it is often up to the parents to support education, to guide their students and make crucial educational decisions. There are several things to consider.
A solid academic foundation lays the groundwork. There are different academic tracks and some tracks are more suitable for college than others. There are Advanced Placement (AP) classes which are most demanding, but make students stand out, allow them to qualify for college credit after an exam, and provide weighted grades (e.g. An 'A' in AP Biology is 5 points, while an 'A' in regular biology is 4 points). There are Honors classes which are challenging, are viewed positively by colleges, are reflected in the high school transcript as honors, and help students prepare for college level work. In addition, there is the normal high school track and the remedial track.
Extracurricular activities and volunteering experience help students lead more balanced lives and appear more marketable for college. University admissions and scholarship sponsors look for activities that complement a student's education; that demonstrate commitment and leadership. Engaging in activities over the high school period and assuming leadership roles are incredibly important. There are many opportunities (student leadership, clubs, athletics, service organizations, newspaper/yearbook, local nonprofits), and it is imperative to encourage your student to get involved early, to really find what interests them.
Although when students begin to transition to high school, college and the future seem so far away, it is imperative to begin preparing early. Research tells us that when education is supported, student achievement is higher, which is related to future success. In addition, completing the basic college preparatory courses and being college ready is imperative to keep the doors open for future admission. For example, a high school may require students to take only three years of English, but college requires all four years and if that pre-requisite is not met, the admissions door closes.
The End Result can help your student be college ready. We support honors and Advanced Placement classes and exams, teach study skills and habits, and help students catch up and get ahead. The End Result will help your student develop a solid academic foundation.
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| GETTING READY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL |
Middle School Mayhem
Transition from elementary school to middle school brings many questions and concerns for both students and parents. Preparing pre-teens for the transition by being proactive can help alleviate future academic problems. In middle school students are expected to develop autonomous skills, to switch classes several times per day, to work with different teachers and personalities, to adjust to a new social environment, and to be responsible. Students also have opportunities to expand their interests by taking electives and participating in extracurricular activities and clubs. Often parents and students have different concerns about this transition; parents may think about the big picture, and whether their student will prepare for a successful future, while the student may have more basic concerns such as opening a locker and whether they will have classes with their friends. Recognizing this difference allows parents to support their students while keeping an eye on their overall progress.
In middle school, organization and time management skills become increasingly important. Students have many new responsibilities; they are expected to do daily homework, to complete short-term and long-term projects, and may have multiple exams on the same day. Often students need support figuring out how to better manage their time and to be more organized to feel more successful. The End Result's "Taking the Next Step - Getting Ready for Middle School" program will teach students about time management, effective study habits, and task organization skills. Students will be provided with tools to help them adjust to a larger school, with a more demanding workload, multiple subjects, and different teachers.
Keep in mind that in addition to the demands above, students need to keep up with a fast paced curriculum in each class. If subject content is already a struggle, students may experience enormous academic difficulties. Summer is a great time to develop the content knowledge; to develop a better understanding of what was difficult during the school year and to review concepts, in order to prepare for the rigors of middle school and be successful.
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The End Result's
The End Result's Individualized & Targeted Summer Programs will help your student be prepared
for their next transition.
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How to bolster your student's confidence to alleviate transition stress? Here are some evidence based strategies to help your student face transition with a sense of confidence
Provide praise:
Praise the targeted behavior when it occurs
Key elements: Name the student, use praise statement, and name the behavior that the student is being praised for
(e.g.,"John, great job organizing your room")
Praise student for their effort
Use Attribution to convey high, positive expectations
"You're a good organizer" or "you're working hard at organizing yourself"
Encourage positive self-talk
Redirect negative self talk and teach your student that
positive self-talk leads to better outcomes
Example:
Negative Self-Talk: "This is too hard, I want to quit"
Redirected Positive Self-Talk: "Remember success is about
putting in the effort"
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SAT Boot Camp
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College Essays & Applications
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Getting Ready for High School
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Getting Ready for Middle School
Tuesdays 9:30pm-12:30pm
Enrichment Programs
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9:30pm-12:30pm
Creative Writing
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9:30pm-12:30pm
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Student Success Story
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Another success from our
Los Angeles
Center
One of our HSPT Test Prep Alumni gained acceptance to his first choice school, Loyola. Based on his test performance, Loyola High School awarded him a $1000 scholarship toward his books!
Congratulations!
Send your student success story to
The End Result
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1140 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 410
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 475-5330
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Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 784-6680
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23759 Roscoe Blvd.
West Hills, CA 91304
(818) 346-8909
Woodland Hills
21777 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 239
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
(818) 347-7616
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17037 Chatsworth Street, Ste. 106
Granada Hills, CA 91344
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Burbank, CA 91501
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