The Lyceum

Aristotle Circle's blog covering topics in private and public school admissions, and college and graduate admissions.

Apr
14
2012

How can I prep for the new NYC gifted and talented test?

As reported in today's New York Times article, the NY Education Department announced plans to use the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test (NNAT-2), in addition to the Otis-Lennon School Ability Test (OLSAT).

Aristotle Circle's Enrichment and Learning Kit helps parents and children prepare for the NNAT and OLSAT. If your son or daughter is preparing to take the exam next year, we recommend the Enrichment and Learning Kit as the best way prepare for the all the skills the new test will have.

Today's Practice Prompt

In order to prepare for admissions interviews or essays consider your answer to the following question.

Tell me about the most fun you have had in the classroom.

Be descriptive, use an example that you are passionate about and be sure to select something that reflects well on your achievements and skills.