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How to Qualify for Houston ISD’s Gifted & Talented Program
What is Houston ISD's Vanguard Gifted & Talented (G/T) Program? Approximately 14% of students enrolled in Houston ISD (HISD) are designated as Gifted and Talented (G/T). These students who demonstrate "high performance capability" receive additional state funding that aims to [...]
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Houston’s National Merit Semifinalists for 2024-2025
Houston's Graduating Seniors Get Smarter The 2024-2025 National Merit Scholarship Competition is looking to be a good year for Houston-area high school seniors. There are 582 seniors who scored [...]
ISEE Test Dates in Houston for 2024-2025
The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is the most popular standardized test required for admission to most Houston-area private schools. This page details test dates and locations for the [...]
Houston Private School Tuition 2024-2025
For the 2024-2025 school year, Houston private school tuition costs $26,896 a year on average per child, which amounts to a nearly 5% increase in tuition as compared to the [...]
College Essay Tips – Common App, Supplemental Essays, and More
The fall semester can be an exciting and stressful time for high school seniors, as college application deadlines begin in early November and continue through January and into the spring. [...]