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Houston’s Most Popular, Elite Private Schools of 2026

What are the most popular, elite private schools in Houston? It seems like a simple question, but unlike the voluminous data available about Houston's magnet schools, Houston private schools generally do not publish the number of applications they receive, and [...]

By Hannah Kelly|October 2nd, 2026|

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How to Maximize Your GPA For Automatic Admission to Texas Universities

What is Automatic Admission at Texas Universities? Texas high school students who excel relative to the rest of their graduating class have the opportunity for automatic acceptance into top [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|April 27th, 2026|

The Best Cooling Neck Fans to Beat the Heat

Only commercialized within the last few years, thermoelectrically-cooled neck fans promise to keep you comfortable indoors and outdoors. They look like a pair of nice headphones draped around the neck [...]

By Shelby Joe|April 26th, 2026|

What is Executive Function and How Students Can Improve It

Executive functions are the suite of cognitive abilities that allows students to plan, focus, manage tasks, and regulate behaviors. Developing these skills is necessary for both academic success and lifelong [...]

By Hannah Kelly|April 15th, 2026|

Analysis of General Academic’s Data Driven Approach to Tutor Quality

General Academic has completed an unprecedented AI-driven audit of its educational team, utilizing a proprietary artificial intelligence tool known as "Tutor Buddy" to transcribe, score, and analyze nearly 1,000 tutoring [...]

By Stephen Hayes|April 13th, 2026|