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How to Reopen the Advanced Math (SN) Door if You Didn’t Take It in High School
If you skipped advanced math in high school and now realize you need it for CEGEP or university — don’t panic. You can absolutely reopen the door. Here’s how. Understanding the SN vs CST Path In Quebec, students usually take either CST (Cultural, Social, and Technical) or SN (Science Nature) math in Secondary 4 / Grade 10. Students who are […]
An Unfiltered Guide to IEPs in Quebec: Pros, Cons and Stigmas
Lots of Quebec families ask us some version of: “Should my child be on an IEP? Will it follow them forever? Will CEGEP or university see it and judge them?” Short answer: IEPs are extremely helpful when properly implemented, and postsecondary admissions will not consider or see your IEP, unless you want to send it to them. Quebec+1 […]
Quebec Students Can Skip Grade 11 Math and History — Here’s How to Replace Them with Electives
To graduate high school in Quebec, grade 11 math and history (Contemporary World) are not required. You can replace them with electives or other courses. Conditions for graduation: Grade 10 (Secondary 4) Mandatory Passes Grade 11 (Secondary 5) Mandatory Passes Notice that math and history (Contemporary World) are not mandatory courses for grade 11. In […]
Motivating the Demotivated Student
We see a lot of demotivated students at our centre getting 70s and 80s. They are “coasting” and not meeting their full potential. Families often think that working with us will help their child realize that full potential. They know their child has the capacity to put in more effort — they see it happen […]
Five Tips for Using AI for Schoolwork: Avoiding Common Mistakes
AI and Chat GPT can be used as a supplement to enhance your research, format your work, and revise your essays. It may be tempting to use AI for the bulk of your school work. Doing this risks getting caught for plagiarism, and enables people to go into tests underprepared. Overusing AI can lead to […]
The Difference Between the SSAT, SAT and PSAT
The SSAT — The Prep School Entrance Exam The SSAT is an admissions test for high school and middle school students. Prep schools use the SSAT as part of their admissions process. Students who take the SSAT can be any grade from grades 3 to 11, as long as they are applying to a high school or middle […]