The Texas School Voucher Program, "Education Freedom Account (TEFA)" program officially launched on February 4, 2026, offering Houston families up to $10,474 for private school tuition and up to $30,000 for students with qualifying disabilities. However, with Houston’s average private school tuition nearing $28,000, a significant funding gap remains. This [...]
Analysis of Houston School Choice Lottery for 2025-2026 The most popular Houston ISD (HISD) magnet schools for 2024-2025 are Harvard Elementary School, Pin Oak Middle School, and DeBakey High School. The application cycle for the 2025-2026 school year took place the previous year, between 2024-2025. Families had relatively decent chances of [...]
One of the age-old questions of test prep is when to begin the process of studying. Different sources tend to have wildly different recommendations, especially for important tests taken by many students, like the ACT and SAT. There’s a tendency toward doomsaying–an idea that if students haven’t been preparing [...]
Whether you are planning out your timetable for extracurricular activities or your preparations for the ISEE, SAT, ACT, or AP exams, please keep the following dates in mind. 2025 August 12 – First Day of School September 1 – Labor Day October 3-4 – Fall Holiday November 24-28 [...]
Most students in Houston start researching ISEE prep in March and start tutoring by August the year they apply to a private school, with applications typically due in December and January. So, when is the ideal time to start preparing for this important test? Let's take a closer look at [...]
Choosing where you will spend the next four years is a high-stakes decision that shapes your learning, finances, and future network. This guide shows you—step by step—how to choose a college by building a balanced college list that fits your academic profile and your life goals, without letting rankings or [...]
Despite industry's best efforts, AI cannot replace human interaction. Imagine a student who has spent months struggling with algebra, consistently feeling lost, frustrated, and discouraged by each new lesson. Now envision that same student after a series of dedicated, personalized tutoring sessions. Suddenly, challenging concepts click into place, [...]
Applying to college gets tougher every year, with constantly shifting requirements, tricky essays, and increasingly fierce competition. Private college admissions consultants simplify this process, providing personalized guidance, targeted essay help, and smart planning—all proven to boost college acceptance rates. With expert support, families stress less, save time, and help students [...]
Texas high school students have two main pathways to graduation: the Texas Foundation High School Program, and the Texas First Early High School Diploma Program. Since the 2014-2015 school year, the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) has been the default route for graduation for all Texas public high school students. [...]
Our updated college applications timeline for the 2025–2026 cycle outlines approximately 30 essential steps to help you navigate every phase of the college application process. For most high school students, the journey begins in the spring of junior year and culminates in the winter of senior year. This comprehensive [...]