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2024 Private School Admissions Changes
What’s different this year and how to increase your chances of acceptance
12/28/2023
Thirty years of experience equals 30 admissions seasons. By this point, Diane B. has seen it all. She’s an educational consultant at Knovva Academy who routinely coaches students on how to get into their dream schools. However, 2023 marked some significant changes to the admissions process that took education professionals by surprise. Here’s what you need to know for the next private school admissions season.
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Featured Episode
2024 Private School Admissions Changes
What’s different this year and how to increase your chances of acceptance
12/28/2023
Thirty years of experience equals 30 admissions seasons. By this point, Diane B. has seen it all. She’s an educational consultant at Knovva Academy who routinely coaches students on how to get into their dream schools. However, 2023 marked some significant changes to the admissions process that took education professionals by surprise. Here’s what you need to know for the next private school admissions season.
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How AI Is Improving The Efficiency of Cancer Diagnosis
An interview with Dr. Feng, a cancer pathologist and AI researcher
11/14/2024
In the ever-changing landscape of machine learning, STEM students are curious how their education will blend with the future of AI. Dr. Feng is a professional who bridged the gap between cancer research and machine learning. In the latest interview, we discussed the role of technology in diagnosis, and how it may streamline the process for patients in need.
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Navigating EA/ED/RD in College Admission
Take a deep dive into these deadlines with Diane Barnett
11/08/2023
September and October are notoriously stressful months for high school seniors. This is the time of year when seniors put their final touches on their college applications before sending them to top colleges. You may already know that early decision and regular decision mean two different things, but why does this earlier deadline matter? Knovva speaks to Diane about the important differences between the admissions options, including regular admission, and how to leverage all three options to maximize your chances of getting into your dream school.
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Do High School Students Have Enough Break Time?
How To Help Busy Students Time-Manage and Prioritize Mental Health
07/09/2024
A recent survey by high school educators revealed that students don’t have enough downtime during the day. Come Junior year, the pressure gets turned up for many high school students, between preparing for the SATs and college applications, to juggling one or more extracurricular activities and advanced classes. While education professionals agree that being busy with things you’re passionate about is important, it’s equally as important to get enough rest. This episode is all about finding a balance between school obligations and necessary downtime to rest and reset. Knovva speaks with Justin B., a STEM-focused counselor and thought leader explains how he's helped over 500 students overcome the biggest challenges in school to reach college success.
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All About the Digital SAT and ACT
The New Digital SAT and Act Are Here, but Should You Take Them?
06/11/2024
One thing that's anticipated by all students applying to college: standardized tests. Since the 1920s, the SAT and ACT have been an integral part of the college application process, but this year it's getting a make-over. The new digital SAT and ACT are here with a few key changes you need to know about. Knovva Academy speaks with standardized test experts and counselors at Ivy Method Tutoring, Peyton and Michael, who discuss the pros, cons, and possibilities of the new standardized tests.
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Building a Student Resume
How Extracurricular Activities Can Help Showcase Your Skills
04/23/2024
Extracurriculars in high school can do a lot more than fill up free time: they can also develop essential skills that follow students through life. Being involved in a sports team, the high school band, or developing the school newspaper can help students become more organized, build a strong work ethic, and learn effective communication skills. For students applying to college, it's essential to find ways to articulate these skills on your application. Writing a student resume is a great way to start. This podcast episode is all about getting involved in extracurriculars, and how these activities in high school can build a student resume early on.
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Necessary Lesson Material Vs Relevant Content
How to Build a Curriculum That Bridges the Gap Between Both
03/25/2024
One of the most essential questions educators ask themselves is, "How do I build a curriculum that not only teaches the required material but keeps students engaged in the meantime?" Education Connect discusses bridging necessary lesson content with relevant topics with Ross, a master curriculum designer. His recent work with UNESCO in Southern African public schools gives us insight into engaging students at a higher level than simply lecture-style teaching.
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Beyond The Ivy Leagues
Building a Personalized College List
02/20/2024
When it comes to choosing which colleges to apply to, virtually everyone can recognize the names of the big 8: the Ivy League universities. For high-performing students, it might be their dream to get accepted into one of these schools. However, just because it’s an Ivy League or a top-rated university, it might not necessarily be the perfect fit for everyone. This episode is all about balancing a college list. We will talk about what a college list is, and how to choose where to send your application based on other metrics beyond reputation.
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Leveraging AI in the Classroom
How to use artificial intelligence to boost your classroom experience
01/17/2024
Will generative AI affect a student’s ability to learn? Will it affect the role of a teacher? Some professionals shy away from AI because of the potential threat it poses to education as we know it. Rather than stick to old practices, Peter D., the principal at Tantasqua Regional High School, teaches us how his school district is leaning into this new technology. This episode is all about the ways teachers can leverage AI to lighten their workload, hold students accountable, and improve the classroom experience.