As the holidays pass, first semester finals pass…ahead looms the “new” SAT or the ACT??? What to do? Here’s an overview from an expert in the field, Compass Education Group. Stay calm, this too will pass.

http://time.com/3905719/the-new-sat/

College admissions officers from many of the most competitive colleges and universities think it will ease students admission’s pressure if colleges de-emphasize activities and SAT scores and replace them with an emphasis on community service. Really?

http://www.wsj.com/articles/educators-seek-to-ease-pressure-in-college-admissions-process-1453249687