By Deena Maerowitz Pandemic conditions have brought a tumultuous year to the arena of standardized testing for college applications. A record number of U.S. colleges and universities became test-optional—requiring neither SAT nor ACT scores—for the...
By Audrey N. Ludemann The recent announcement of boarding school admissions has brought exciting news to families. Kudos to all students who received acceptances in a year that is especially competitive due to extremely high application rates . Your ability to keep dreaming and...
By Camille M. Bertram We are just days away from March 10, the annual date when boarding schools announce acceptances. Every year families eagerly await this day, anticipating the excitement of new adventures and bright futures. The day also carries a bit of...
By Holly McGlennon Treat The excitement of March 10, when boarding schools announce enrollment decisions, is just around the corner. To help students and families prepare for this big day, we want to update you on how the pandemic is...
For many reasons, the theme of this year is resilience. Throughout 2020, we at The Bertram Group have been so impressed by the fortitude and positivity of students, parents, and schools in the face of tremendous obstacles. The optimism that is inherent in education was borne out as students found success this fall through on-campus and remote learning. We are proud to hear anecdotes from candidates, parents, and colleagues that demonstrate our human potential to be compassionate toward each other and creative in pursuit of our educational goals. read full issue
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