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Targeting Success: Understanding PSAT for National Merit Qualification

The National Merit Scholarship Program stands as a beacon of academic excellence and opportunity in the United States. For high school juniors, this prestigious program not only symbolizes recognition of their hard work and intellectual prowess but also opens doors to numerous educational and career opportunities.

How to Craft a Strong College Application: A Guide to Success

Discover essential tips for crafting a compelling college application with our expert guide. Learn about holistic admissions, strategic extracurricular choices, standout essays, and effective recommendation letters to enhance your college prospects. Our blog offers the latest statistics and actionable advice to navigate the competitive college admissions landscape successfully. Perfect for high school students, parents, and educators seeking insights into the college application process.

Study Tips: Effective Strategies for Better Grades

Achieving better grades is a common goal for students, but it often seems daunting. Fear not! With the right strategies and mindset, improving your academic performance can be more manageable and even enjoyable. Here are some effective study tips to help you boost your grades.

Don't Miss Out: Important SAT/PSAT Testing Reminders for 2023

As we approach the final months of 2023, it's crucial to stay informed about the evolving landscape of standardized testing in the United States. While the traditional paper SAT will still be available until December, the College Board has announced a significant shift with the PSAT becoming digital in October 2023.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE DIGITAL SAT

SAT will be offered digitally in the USA starting March of 2024. The transition from paper to digital is expected to happen gradually, with the PSAT being administered digitally starting in Fall of 2023.

7 WAYS TO MANAGE A BAD REPORT CARD

Nine weeks have gone by and report card day has arrived. For some kids, it’s a time to celebrate hard-won achievements. For others, not all of the grades on the report card are celebration-worthy. As a parent, what do you do when your child brings home failing grades?

THESE 3 HABITS DESTROY GOOD GRADES

Success in any academic subject relies heavily on keeping these three bad habits at bay. In this article, we’ll tell you what they are and what you can do to avoid them.

WHY THE PSAT MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK

There are many high stakes tests that come around the bend once you reach high school, but the Preliminary SAT isn’t one of them, so why take it? We’ve got 3 reasons that will change the way you think about this test.

5 MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN WRITING A COLLEGE ENTRANCE ESSAY

Ever missed out on a golden opportunity and wondered to yourself, “Was it something I said?” If your golden opportunity is tied to a college entrance essay, that could actually be the case. Make sure you’re not making any of the 5 mistakes we list in this article.

WHAT THEY DON’T TELL YOU ABOUT TUTORING

Sure, everyone tells you to get a tutor for your child when they are struggling in school, but they never tell you this...

SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WHO WANT TO CATCH UP OR GET AHEAD

Enrollment for our 2020 summer programs start now! Register by April 15th and take $50 off your registration. Classes begin the first week of June.

HOW TO BEAT THE GEORGIA MILESTONES

April is here and so is the Georgia Milestones: a comprehensive, summative assessment for students in grades 3-12. The Georgia Milestones took the place of the CRCT exams that parents were used to seeing and is a test designed to measure how well students have learned state-adopted curricula.

WHEN SHOULD YOU CALL ON A TUTOR?

You hear a lot of talk around the web about tutoring, but is it really something you need?

HOW TO MANAGE HOMEWORK OVER THE HOLIDAYS

Whether you hate it or love it, some students will go home with homework during the break. If you're the parent that's not-so happy with it, here are three quick tips to help you through it!

SOMETIMES ONLINE IS BETTER

How do you know you're getting the best online learning experience possible?

Easing the Burden of COVID-19 at Home

With schools out for weeks, what can you do to stay on track? Here are some free and easy things to do to enhance learning at home.

Georgia Milestones 101

All students in Georgia schools are required to take the Georgia Milestones tests this year if they are in third grade or higher. That's a lot of students! Chances are, you're in the group.

FAQ: HOW LATE IS TOO LATE TO HIRE A TUTOR?

Parents often wonder when is a good time to call upon the help of a private tutor for their high school student. The answer depends on whether the tutoring is for homework help, test prep, or ongoing academic enrichment. Establishing your student's academic goals before investing in tutoring services is essential.

Message from the CEO

Hello Bridging Gap USA (BGAP) Families!

We welcome back all our students for learning.

Bridging Gap USA (BGAP) values the safety of our students, teachers, staff and our parents, and that’s paramount — no exception.

As we strive to reopen our center for learning, we are making every effort to bring back our in-person classes as safely as possible — along with the option of virtual learning. We have always maintained a high level of cleanliness and sanitation, but now we’re going above and beyond to implement stricter standards.

New center policies include:

  • Maintaining more than 6-7ft distance between students and teachers
  • Sanitizing and disinfecting after every class
  • All teachers, students, and staff will be required to wear masks at all times in the center
  • Any child who shows signs of illness (or lives with others who show signs of illness) should refrain from coming to the center.
  • Hand washing before and after the class
  • Checking temperature of staff upon entering

This policy change will help us continue to meet the needs of our students while also keeping them safe. Bridging Gap USA (BGAP) is here to serve, and we’re so excited to be able to see our students continue their learning despite the difficulties being thrown at them during this trying time.

Together, we “Prepare Today…Succeed Tomorrow!”

Alka Gupta
CEO and Founder, Bridging Gap USA(BGAP)