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How to Create a College List

Dec 12, 2023

How to Create a College List

Here are some helpful strategies that can help you create your college list: 1. Identify your priorities. Identify what factors are most important to you, such...

The Art of Negotiation & Useful Negotiation Skills

Nov 28, 2023

The Art of Negotiation & Useful Negotiation Skills

“We shall never negotiate out of fear. But we shall never fear to negotiate.” — JFK Negotiate means to reach an agreement or compromise by discussion with other...

The Inspiring Journey of Capital Region Menstrual Health (CRMH)

Oct 30, 2023

The Inspiring Journey of Capital Region Menstrual Health (CRMH)

The founders of Capital Region Menstrual Health (CRMH), Brynn Watkins, Claire Jennings, and Annabelle Rieseler, were guest speakers for our SPARK students this...

Useful Back-to-School Tips for Students and Parents

Sep 28, 2023

Useful Back-to-School Tips for Students and Parents

Here are some useful tips for students and parents to prepare for the new school year: Tips for students: If you want to plan for your new school year with your...

How to Read Effectively

Aug 11, 2023

How to Read Effectively

Effective reading refers to the ability to read with focus, comprehension, and efficiency to gain a deep understanding of the material. Here are some useful str...

10 Helpful Supplemental Essay Writing Tips

Jul 21, 2023

10 Helpful Supplemental Essay Writing Tips

Here are 10 helpful tips that can help you craft a memorable supplemental essay: Always understand the prompt first. Read the prompt at least three times before...

How to Read Research Papers and Ask Questions

Jun 23, 2023

How to Read Research Papers and Ask Questions

Research holds great significance for several reasons. It contributes to the expansion of human knowledge, provides a solid foundation for decision-making, and...

How to Learn Better and Faster

May 23, 2023

How to Learn Better and Faster

Learning how to learn is an essential skill for every lifelong learner. Here are some techniques we can use to help us remember things, take notes and retain in...

5 Lessons We Learned From This Admissions Cycle

Apr 29, 2023

5 Lessons We Learned From This Admissions Cycle

1. GPA will continue to triumph extracurriculars next year. GPA really matters. Your GPA is a very important indicator of your study habits, learning strategies...

5 Insightful Tips for Applying to College

Mar 31, 2023

5 Insightful Tips for Applying to College

1. The First Step for Applying to College The first step is not preparing your college list or contacting any admissions offices. The first step for applying to...

7 Learning Techniques That Transformed My Life

Dec 14, 2022

7 Learning Techniques That Transformed My Life

Learning how to learn is as important as learning itself. The following learning techniques can help us become better life-long learners. 1. Spaced Repetition S...

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Went to College

Dec 13, 2022

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Went to College

Gabriel is a guest speaker for the SPARK program at ABLE. He has a bachelor’s degree in applied math from UCLA and he currently works as a market researcher. He...

Why Learn Leadership?

Dec 13, 2022

Why Learn Leadership?

It’s not all about academic performance Book Recommendation: Turn the Ship Around, by Lt. David Marquet “Leadership is not some mystical quality that some posse...