One-On-One vs Group Test Preparation: A Comparative Look
In the world of standardized exams, parents are faced with seemingly endless options regarding the format, timeline, curriculum, source material, and ultimate goals of available test prep programs. One important decision concerns whether to pursue group-based learning or one-on-one tutoring. Why Choose Group-Based Test Preparation? Though specifics vary across individual programs, group lessons are generally […]
The Benefits of Applying to College Honors Programs: What to Consider
In the process of applying to universities, you will likely come across the terms honors program, honors college, or honors track. Generally speaking, pursuing honors studies is associated with smaller class sizes, challenging courses, access to research and/or internship opportunities, and financial support. Here are a few things to consider when deciding whether an honors […]
The Importance of Demonstrated Interest and Which Colleges Really Care About It
Before we get too into the weeds of college admissions, it’s important to preface this article with an important point: Demonstrated interest is not an essential component of an application for every university. Many universities, especially highly selective universities, are “need-blind,” meaning they do not take demonstrated interest into consideration when making admissions decisions. Applying […]
Why Executive Functioning Skills Are Critical for Kids in an AI-Driven World
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape our world, children today are growing up in an environment far different from that of previous generations. At The Enrichery, we’re keenly aware of this evolution and have seen how AI is transforming both education and life beyond the classroom. While AI brings countless benefits, it also highlights the […]
Tackling Supplemental Essays: Your Guide to Minimizing Stress and Standing Out
Supplemental essays provide the opportunity to show college admissions committees who you are beyond your GPA, standardized exam scores, and resume. Like most writing projects, supplemental essays require thoughtful reflection, effective planning, and thorough editing. Some prompts, like the “Why Us?” essay, necessitate considerable research to answer properly. In a world growing increasingly accustomed to […]
Schools Where Applying Early Decision (At Least) Triples Admittance Rates
Applying to college is often equal parts stressful and intimidating. It’s completely understandable for parents and their students to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of universities, the intricacies of the application process, and the best strategy for getting into a dream school. Amid all of these stressors, one question typically looms larger than the […]
Top Undergraduate Business Colleges You Might Not Know About
When you look up the top schools for a specific academic discipline, you’ll likely notice that they tend to overlap with the national university rankings—and the same is true for undergraduate business programs. The Enrichery encourages students to consider a diverse set of universities when developing a school list, and a component of diversifying a […]
Navigating Conversations About School Violence With Your Child
Last week, we published an article discussing the rise in hoax threats against schools across Houston and the broader United States. Today, we’ve set out to provide some guidance on how to hold meaningful and productive conversations with children about social media use, school safety, and mass violence. Broadly speaking, our biggest piece of advice […]
Surge in Hoax Threats Across Houston Schools Sparks Anxiety and Disrupts Learning
In September of this year, the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Houston field division reported more hoax school threats than in any other month for the past three years. Despite the recent uptick, however, hoax/prank threats are not new. One 2023 study conducted by the American Psychological Association analyzed 1,000 school threats made between the years […]
Why Students Should Take Advantage of the School Day SAT
Launched in 2010 in an effort to make the SAT exam more accessible to all students, College Board’s SAT School Day program provides students the opportunity to take an official SAT exam on campus during school hours at little or no cost. Notably, the results of the School Day SAT are just as valid as […]