Blog Post: From Stressed to Success - Mastering High School Admissions.
Watch the full webinar video to hear helpful tips from Christine Carroll and Vincent Navabi, Director of Admissions at Monsignor Farrell High School. Find out what high schools are really looking for and how you can support your child through the admissions process.
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Prepare for Success on the Digital SHSAT and the TACHS Exam!
Our SHSAT-TACHS Prep Course is designed to equip students with the skills, strategies, and confidence needed to excel on both the newly updated digital SHSAT and the TACHS exam. This course is ideal for middle school students preparing for competitive high school admissions in New York City.
Our expert instructors provide detailed feedback on student performance to identify strengths, target areas for growth, and tailor instruction for maximum progress. Whether your child is preparing for Catholic high school admissions or aiming for a specialized public high school, this course provides the structure and support needed to succeed.
Six Week Summer Workshops 2025
Stand Out in the College Admissions Process with Our Six-Week Summer Workshops!
Our Six-Week Summer Workshops are designed for small groups of just eight students to ensure personalized guidance. Each 90-minute session offers structured support as students work on crafting their college essays and mastering Middle School Math and High School Math concepts.
Through expert instruction, brainstorming exercises, and individualized feedback, students will develop essential skills not only for the college admissions process but also for academic success.
What’s Included:
- Personalized, small-group instruction
- Support with college essay writing, including brainstorming and feedback
- Math lessons covering Middle School and High School levels
- Expert guidance to help students navigate both academic and college admissions challenges
Give your application and academic performance the boost it needs with our targeted workshops!
• College Essay Workshop (6 Weeks)
Stand out in the college admissions process with personalized guidance in this six-week workshop. In small groups of eight students, participants will receive expert instruction and feedback as they craft their essays and build their resumes. This workshop ensures students develop an essay that showcases their unique voice and experiences.
• Bridge to Middle School Math (6 Weeks)
Get ready for middle school math with this engaging workshop designed for students entering 6th grade (open to all grades). Over six weeks, students will reinforce key math concepts, build confidence, and improve problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment.
• Bridge to High School Math (6 Weeks)
Prepare for high school math with this six-week workshop for rising 9th graders (open to others). Students will strengthen core math skills, learn key algebraic concepts, and develop problem-solving strategies, ensuring a smooth transition into high school mathematics.
SHSAT to transition to a fully digital format in the fall of 2025
According to the New York City Department of Education, the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) will transition to a fully digital format starting in the fall of 2025, meaning the next administration of the SHSAT in digital form will be for the 2025-2026 school year;.
Key points about the SHSAT going digital:
- Fall 2025: The SHSAT will be administered digitally for the first time.
- Computer-adaptive format (planned): While the initial digital version will be a standard digital test, the plan is to transition to a computer-adaptive format in the fall of 2026, where the difficulty of questions adjusts based on the student’s answers.
REGENTS Test Prep 2025
Tutoring by Christine provides group tutoring for the following subjects for the Regents exams: Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Living Environment and Chemistry. All are 8 hour courses and include all course materials. Must have 5 students registered for the course to run. No refunds once classes have begun.
The New York State High School Regents Exams measure student achievement in high school-level courses. In order to graduate from high school, students must pass five Regents exams in the following subject areas:
- English Language Arts
- A Math (Algebra 1 & 2 / Geometry)
- A Science (Chemistry, Earth Science, Living Environment, Physics)
- Social Studies (Global History and Geography, U.S. History)
- Any additional Regents exam or another option approved by the State.
Regents High School exams are mandatory to graduate in New York State, as designated by the New York State Education Department. The exams are designed three years before the testing year by a specialized group of teachers who are skilled in the designated subject area. Each exam must be given on a specific date at the specific time indicated on the front of the exam booklet.
You must pass the regents exam with at least a 65 to get your diploma, and 85 if you are striving to get an advanced regents diploma with honors. The courses can be taken as many times as a student needs in order to pass them.
SHSAT Intensive Skill-Building Workshop.
The SHSAT Intensive Skill-Building Workshop is designed to prepare students for the English Language Arts (ELA) and Math sections of the SHSAT. The course features a structured schedule of in-depth lessons, practice problems, and full-length practice tests that simulate the actual test experience. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, with practice tests on selected Saturdays or Sundays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
This SHSAT Intensive Skill-Building Workshop focuses on:
● Critical ELA and Math Concepts: Building a strong foundation in the core topics covered on the SHSAT, with lessons aligned to New York State Learning Standards.
● Test-Taking Strategies: Teaching proven methods for answering multiple-choice and grid-in questions efficiently, helping students manage their time effectively during the test.
● Skill Reinforcement: Identifying individual student weaknesses and targeting these areas through personalized feedback, practice problems, and in-class exercises.
● Full-Length Practice Tests: Simulating the actual SHSAT testing environment to help students get comfortable with the format and pacing of the exam while tracking progress over time.
New TACHS 2025 Classes
Students enrolled in our test prep program will receive intensive training to successfully complete all parts of the exam. Not only will students review tactics and content in reading, written expression, mathematics, and general reasoning, but students will receive instructions and practice in time management strategies. This is critical as many of the tests that students take in traditional schools are no longer timed, and students are often lacking in this area because of this.
New Introduction to TACHS 2025
Ten weeks course designed to strengthen math and reading fundamentals for students who require more reinforcement before entering a full TACHS course. Topic covered include arithmetic, fractions, decimals, reading comprehension, and basic grammar concepts. This course is open to any 6th or 7th grader looking to prepare for the TACHS prep class or who simply want to strengthen their foundational skills. In this 90-minute 10-week class, our experienced instructors will cover three key areas: reading, grammar, and math fundamentals.
Friends Together Program
Sign up with a friend or two to create your own private small group, and every student in the group receives $15 off from the regular tutoring rate.
We provide one-on-one and small group private tutoring for all of our available subjects. The cost for private tutoring varies depending upon the subject and number of students. Our tutors assist students from elementary school through high school in subjects including ELA, Science, Math, and Social Studies. Students can enroll in a small group package as soon as July if they want to get a jump start on a challenging class that they will be starting in the fall, or if they are concerned about learning loss as a result of online schooling. All materials as well as practice tests are included...
Thank You!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for entrusting Tutoring by Christine with your child’s educational needs.
Tutoring by Christine has entered the 2025 year stronger than before. We continue to offer and improve upon the high-quality academic tutoring by certified, experienced educators that families have come to rely upon for the past 14 years. We offer private tutoring for all students in grades kindergarten to high school. Tutoring by Christine takes a unique and innovative approach to tutoring that helps students connect with the subject matter they need to master.
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"My child has attended Tutoring by Christine since elementary school. As a younger student, my daughter received additional help in reading and mathematics. She has gained conceptual knowledge in mathematics and learned reading strategies which she utilizes in the classroom and while completing her homework. This has made her more confident and has built her self-esteem. Today my child is a High School honor student and she looks forward to her tutoring sessions for the NYS Regents Prep. As a parent, I am most grateful for the dedication of the staff, as a fellow educator, I am most grateful for their knowledge and the confidence they have instilled in my child."
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“My daughter has been going to Tutoring by Christine since 8th grade and it has helped her greatly by boosting her confidence and getting her ready to start HS. I will forever be grateful for all your help.”
“I want to thank Tutoring by Christine for helping my son prepare for his TACHS test. He has a 504 plan accommodation for his vision and the staff helped him in every way to prepare him on taking the test. Jill was very reassuring and everyone treated us like family. I am so proud to say that my son made it into his school of choice, thanks to your staff. I will definitely be back in 3 years with my other son.”
“We are thankful to Tutoring by Christine for their Regent’s prep and SAT tutoring services. Our son has greatly improved in both Math and English. They have been professional and very accommodating to our son’s needs.” Thank you!