About Sara Fetahagic

Sara holds a BA in English and Linguistics from The University of Texas at Austin. A native Houstonian, she began writing for Piqosity in 2021.

It’s Time to Talk About ACT Timing Tips

When you’re preparing to take a standardized test, understanding and practicing test-taking strategies is almost as important as studying the material you’ll be tested on. After all, you only have a limited amount of time to answer the 215 questions on the ACT—understanding the ACT's structure and learning how to manage your time can help [...]

By |2024-11-22T15:00:04-06:00November 21st, 2024|ACT Test Prep|

Your First ISEE Scores: Preparing for a Retake

So, you just got the ISEE scores from your first attempt back. Whether you’re pleased or disappointed in your performance, signing up for a second try will let you score even higher and earn admission to that competitive school you’re hoping for!  For any type of exam, studying with practice exams and retaking the [...]

By |2024-11-21T12:21:39-06:00November 21st, 2024|ISEE Test Prep|

Tips on Nailing the College Interview

Selective colleges often want to learn about prospective students outside of the confines of their submitted applications—that’s where the college interview comes in. Each of your college applications is a testament to your prowess as a student. With everything from your test scores to the essays you’ve worked hard on, university admissions offices can [...]

By |2024-11-21T10:09:01-06:00November 21st, 2024|College Resources|

FREE Thanksgiving Activities for the Classroom

The time of year to give thanks is nearly here, and what better way to celebrate than with Thanksgiving activities for your classroom! Conducting holiday-themed activities is a fantastic way to secure your students’ attention and help them practice key reading and math skills. If you’re blanking on ideas for thanksgiving for your students [...]

By |2024-11-21T16:27:11-06:00November 15th, 2024|English, Holidays, Math, Teachers & Tutors|

All the Test-Taking Strategies You’ll Ever Need to Know

It’s an understatement to say that students take many tests throughout their academic careers. From state-specific standardized exams to those infamous college-readiness tests like the SAT and ACT, students are expected to test multiple times a year—that’s why students of every grade should be familiar with test-taking strategies.  We’re diving into reliable and easy-to-use [...]

By |2024-11-11T15:11:51-06:00November 11th, 2024|ACT Test Prep, ISEE Test Prep, Learning Tips, SAT Test Prep|

College Application Tips You’ll Be Thankful For

It’s November, which means we’re in the thick of college application season! Whether you’re a senior applying for regular decision deadlines, a junior getting ready for your ACT or SAT, or a younger high school student interested in this process, keep reading for college application tips that will explain how the process works and [...]

By |2024-11-11T14:32:55-06:00November 11th, 2024|College Resources|

Which States Require the Digital SAT or ACT?

Several states have established ACT and/or SAT graduation requirements for high schoolers to assess school performance and to provide students the chance to take a college admissions exam. Most states don’t mandate either exam; however, many districts and schools have their own testing requirements.  If you’re in high school, you should know which exam [...]

By |2024-10-21T01:21:36-05:00October 18th, 2024|ACT Test Prep, SAT Test Prep|

ISEE Mathematics Achievement Strategies

The ISEE Mathematics Achievement section is the final math section of this admissions test. Those who excel on the ISEE are set up for success on their private school applications, so taking the time to prepare for each section in advance is worth the effort! The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam, generally pronounced “i-see”) [...]

By |2024-10-17T11:59:40-05:00October 17th, 2024|ISEE Test Prep, Math|

What’s on the Digital SAT Formula Sheet?

The SAT has always provided a reference sheet to help students tackle the math portion of the exam, but how has it changed since the exam’s digital transformation? In this article, we’re breaking down what’s on the digital SAT formula sheet—and what isn’t. Read on for Piqosity’s SAT formula sheets, covering many of the [...]

By |2024-11-06T15:56:17-06:00October 17th, 2024|Math, SAT Test Prep|
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