Cute Chemistry Pick Up Lines For Women

Cute Chemistry Pick Up Lines For WomenHow do you go about writing cute chemistry pick up lines for women? It's important to be witty and clever. Although the lines should be quite a bit different from a guy, there are some general themes that all guys should remember when thinking of what to say.Chemistry: This is the relationship between two people. If a girl wants to get a guy to fall in love with her then she should use the lines that show how good she is to him. She can be strong and confident or weak and dependable.Relationship: The lines are all about this too. Are you a sexual partner? If so, then don't make any jokes about sex at all. Instead, you should use the lines that show you are a warm and loving person that she would like to be with.Tell her what you want her to do and why. You can use humor or soft romantic lines in a real romantic way. It's okay to have some wacky lines.Dirty Talk: This is something that a lot of guys forget. It is good to talk dirty but it's not ne cessary to be all in your face. You can come on to her and say things like 'I like to look at you when you're getting ready'you're so beautiful when you're wearing a short skirt'. Girls usually like it when men talk dirty to them so that can be a nice line.Foreplay: This means more than just kissing. You can show her how sexy she is by doing the 'walk of shame' walk. A lot of guys are really scared to try this because they think that it's very manly but in reality it's quite appealing to women. people Everyone is sexy and cute and everyone knows this. You should be able to talk about being sexy or cute without sounding like a total loser. If you can do this then you're on your way to a winning pick up line. It is okay to have some wacky lines so long as you are believable with them.

Test Yourself Masculine Feminine Spanish Nouns

Test Yourself Masculine Feminine Spanish Nouns Suzy S. In English, every noun has a neutral gender. This makes it easy to learn, so you really only need to learn the new word and the learning stops there. In Spanish, on the other hand, every single noun is either masculine  or feminine. This means that every time you learn a new Spanish vocabulary word, you need to learn its accompanying gender as well. This may appear confusing for beginners, but bear with me! Here are the general rules for determining masculine and feminine Spanish nouns: Nouns that are feminine often (but by no means always) end in -a. By contrast, nouns that are masculine often (but by no means always) end in -o, or many other consonants. When a noun is masculine, we use the el definite article for a singular noun, and the los article for a plural noun, (both mean the in English) to represent the noun’s masculinity. When a noun is feminine, we use the la definite article for a singular nouns and the las article for a plural noun (both also mean the in English) to represent the noun’s femininity. For example, el carro  (the car) and la casa  (the house). Using a noun’s gender correctly also depends on differentiating plural nouns to singular nouns. For example, los carros By contrast, las casas If you want to say a, the indefinite instead of the definite article the, you use un or unos, or una and unas respectively. For example, un carro  or unos carros By contrast, una casa or unas casas The noun’s gender follows it when it’s being described with adjectives. If the adjective is describing a masculine word, it most likely end in -o, whereas an adjective describing a feminine word most likely ends in -a. Its plurality or singularly continues into the noun’s corresponding description, unlike English! For example, el/un carro bonito or los/unos carros bonitos By contrast, la/una casa bonita  or unas casas Translations: the/a beautiful car, the/some beautiful cars However, if only it were that simple… Nouns that end in -a that have Greek origins go against the natural assumption and are actually masculine nouns. Some examples of this are: El problema  instead of la problema  (problem) El tema  instead of la tema (theme) El dilema  instead of la dilema  (dilemma) There are also a few feminine nouns that end in -o, such as la mano  (hand). Test Yourself! Think youve got it? Take this quiz to test your knowledge of masculine and feminine Spanish nouns! [playbuzz-item url=//www.playbuzz.com/takelessons12/how-well-do-you-know-masculine-and-feminine-nouns-in-spanish] The bottom line here is to start paying attention to a noun’s gender immediately when you learn the noun, so you can start identifying patterns. When I first began learning Spanish, I glossed over this crucial distinction which made it much more difficult for me later on. So start early, and start learning with a private Spanish tutor! It’s not too difficult once you internalize that learning a noun’s gender is indispensable to learning Spanish vocabulary. Let’s end by being grateful that Spanish only has two  genders, whereas German, and many other languages also have neutral nouns, making three  genders possible! Now that’s really confusing! Editors Note: Want even more tips? We like this article about memorizing genders from the 5-Minute Language blog.   Post Author:  Jason N. Jason N. tutors in English and Spanish in Athens, GA.  He majored in Spanish at UC Davis, lived in Mexico for 3 years where he completed a Master’s degree in Counseling, and studied Spanish Literature and Psychology at the University of Costa Rica. He is currently attending the University of Georgia.  Learn more about Jason here!   Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

The Lion King

The Lion King A Look Behind the Scenes of The Lion King Musical ChaptersThe Lion King: a SynopsisThe Story Behind the StoryWho Played Simba?The Music of the Lion KingDifferences between Film and ShowProduction NotesIn a sense, it’s a tale as old as time â€" of a youngster coming of age and coming into his own. The fact that it was told by cartoon lions and hyenas notwithstanding, the fully animated feature-length film presented by one of the world’s most recognisable brands was a hit.That’s true whether talking about the Disney animated film or the musical that was born of it.In some ways, The Lion King is a remarkable story, not just for its storyline but for the tale’s genesis.Many films or stage shows are interpretations of some previous work or an individual’s remarkable deed. Generally, Walt Disney Pictures follows form.However, unlike their standard fare (think; Beauty and the Beast) The Lion King is Disney’s first wholly original animated film â€" meaning that writers and producers brainstormed the whole story from start to fin ish.Although unanimously praised, it endured harsh criticism, especially from Japanese audiences for its parallels to the anime series Kimba the White Lion.All of the above refers to the Disney film. What about the stage show?Now, Superprof tells a different story: how The Lion King wowed audiences around the world, how it adapted to cultural elements wherever it played and how mere actors became marvellous jungle beasts.You should know that it is not easy for the average performer to turn into a reasonably credible giraffe…We have front-row seats to the stage production of The Lion King and the curtain is about to go up! TraceySinging Teacher 4.92 (13) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PortiaSinging Teacher 4.91 (11) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolaSinging Teacher 5.00 (11) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JazzSinging Teacher 5.00 (6) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PerrineSinging Teacher 5.00 (3) £50/h1st lesson fr ee!Discover all our tutors TiemSinging Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TomSinging Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MiriamSinging Teacher 5.00 (4) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe Lion King: a Synopsis For Lion King Live, performers had to sing wearing tight corsets - as Alphonso Jones does in his role as young Simba Source: Wikipedia Credit: Alphonso Jones IIIt’s morning on the savanna. A proclamation has caused all of the animals to gather at Pride Rock for the presentation of the Lion King’s scion, Simba.Rafiki approaches, staff in hand. He utters an incantation and breaks open what looks like a pomegranate. With the juice, he marks the newborn lion cub. He then sprinkles dust, which causes Simba to sneeze. Rafiki then takes the baby lion and holds him aloft, presenting him to the rest of the kingdom. All of the animals bow.Simba is a frisky young lion, always seeking adventure and occasionally getting in trouble.One such time, his father chases him through the gorge to rescue him from a stampeding herd of wildebeest. Simba comes out of the ordeal shaken but unharmed; the same cannot be said for his father, Mufasa.Scar, Simba’s uncle, who orchestrated the stampede expressl y to end Mufasa’s reign, urges his nephew to run away before anyone can discover that he played a part in his father’s â€" the king’s death.The evil Scar adroitly plays young Simba’s guilt against him. It takes the now-adolescent lion a long while and a chance encounter with his childhood playmate to realise that, in fact, he had no hand in his father’s death… but that knowledge comes much later.After years in the company of his friends Timon and Pumbaa, he must return to Pride Rock, fight the evil that has decimated his home and claim his rightful place as the Lion King.Laden with symbolism, The Lion King depicts a commonplace event â€" growing up, wrapped in questions of morality.Are there any moral messages in the musical Oliver!?The Story Behind the StoryThis tale draws on elements of the Bible, specifically fleeing one’s home, as Moses and Jacob did. You could also draw parallels with Cain and Abel and most certainly recognise a devil in Scar’s character.Shakesp eare’s Hamlet is plainly evident in Simba. Virtually every facet of the young lion mirrors Hamlet, from the loss of his father and running away to the moral dilemmas he wrestles with.Finally, The Lion King is a tale that everyone can relate to: coming of age is not easy whether you are human or lion. Stepping up, eschewing the easy life and accepting responsibility are all a part of growing up.How are such elements played in The Phantom of the Opera?spoken in Zulu.We’ll talk more about the music in the next segment.To give you a snapshot of which actors played what role in which country, we’ve compiled the following list.Lion King CastsCharacterWest EndBroadwayParisHamburgJohannesburgSimba Young SimbaRoger Wright Luke YoungbloodJason Raize Scott Irby-RanniarJérémy Fontanet Sofiane LedhemGino Emnes Otis JacintoAndile Gumbi Tshepiso MorakeNala Young NalaPaulette Ivory Dominique MooreHeather Headley Kajuana ShufordLéah Vincent Ketsia TotoSenit Malia ZoungranaTsholo Monedi Hlen giwe MasekoMufasaCornell JohnSamuel E. WrightJean-Luc GuizonneMichael Edward-StevensSello Maake-KancubeScarRob EdwardsJohn VickeryOlivier BreitmanMarc HetterleMark RaymentTimonSimon GregorMax CasellaChristian AbartOliver GricePeter MashigoPumbaaMartyn EllisTom Alan RobbinsFabrice de La VillehervéLakke MagnussonPierre van HeerdenRafikiJosette Bushell-MingoTsidii Le LokaZama MagudulelaVelephi Patricia MnisiBuyisile ZamaShenziStephanie CharlesTracy Nicole ChapmanCéline LanguedocAnastasia BainCandida MosomaBanzaiPaul J. MedfordStanley Wayne MathisValery RodriguezJerrel HoutsneeSimon GwalaEdChristopher HoltKevin CahoonMickaël ViguierEnrique SeguraMichael BaggZazuGregory GudgeonGeoff HoyleDavid EgurenJoachim BenoitLyall RamsdenSarabiDawn MichaelGina BreedloveMelina M'PoyAraba WaltonZoe MthiyaneWho was your favourite performer in Cats? The Lion King musical makes use of puppetry to bring the animals to life Source: WikipediaThe Music of the Lion KingYou would probably be hard-pressed to find anyone who has seen The Lion King that doesn’t know that Sir Elton John wrote all of the songs and Sir Tim Rice wrote all of the lyrics.Additional musical elements for the show were scored by Hans Zimmer.What you might not know is that the stage show reprised all of the songs of the original film and added two more.Zazu’s Morning Report was original to the film but was edited out. In the musical, it was sung by young Simba, Mufasa and Zazu during the show’s first run on Broadway. Regrettably, it was cut from subsequent performances.Sir Elton further enriched the stage show with Chow Down, sung by the hyenas as they chased Simba and Nala through the elephant graveyard.Other songs not featured in the original film include The Madness of King Scar, The Grasslands Chant, They Live in You and Rafiki Mourns.The only condition S ir Elton attached to his providing the music for the film was that at least one song would be a ballad that would play well on the radio; he made no such stipulation for the stage show’s additional music.In case you hadn’t guessed, the award-winning ballad Sir Elton penned is Can You Feel The Love Tonight but it wasn't the only song from the Lion King soundtrack that made it to radio; Circle of Life also got substantial airplay, peaking at #11 on the UK Singles charts.Hakuna Matata, another award-winning song, did not garner any radio play but is universally recognised.Les Miserables has some pretty memorable songs too…Differences between Film and ShowOverall, the stage show remained true to the original film.Besides the additional music and the scenes they depicted, there were a few notable differences between the stage and screen versions of the story.In the film, Nala was supposed to be exiled for refusing Scar’s advances; that explains why, in the film, she is roaming ar ound alone when she meets up with adolescent Simba. The scene was included in the stage show.Her banishment was scrubbed from the film because of the implication of sexual harassment would not have been suitable for young audiences.Julie Taymor, the Broadway producer, noted that the story had essentially no female leads â€" unlike, say, the Broadway show Chicago. She made Rafiki female, a direct contradiction to the film.The Lioness Hunt â€" both the song and the scene did not feature in the movie. For the show, an elaborate dance was choreographed, made all the more difficult to execute because of the large, bulky headgear the lionesses wear.Timon is one of the most difficult characters to play because that actor had to work the puppet attachments of his costume, straining his arms, back and neck â€" rather a contradiction to his easygoing nature.In all, the live-action film that Disney Studios released this year comes close to capturing the feeling that the original film evoked bu t one might rightly say that the stage show raised the bar on any future Lion King endeavours.Your turn to chime in: how do the most popular musicals compare from stage to screen? The Lion King opened at the New Amsterdam theatre in New York in October 1997 Source: Wikipedia Credit: Andreas PraefckeProduction NotesThe Lion King Broadway show was nominated in 11 categories and took Tony Awards for best musical, best direction, best choreography, best costumes and best scenic and lighting design.In London, it was nominated eight times; it won the Lawrence Olivier Award for best choreography and best costume design.Did you know? Julie Taymor didn’t just direct the show, sh designed the production and the costumes.In France, The Lion King swept their awards ceremonies and, in Australia, it took Best Musical and Best Costume Design awards, among others.Initially thought to be a minor production, it The Lion King debuted far from New York. Its overwhelming success brought it to Broadway stage three months later.It moved to the Minskoff Theatre, another house in New York’s theatre district, to make way for another Disney theatrical production, Mary Poppins.Still, its raging success meant it would continue to play; to date, with more than 9,000 shows, The Lion King is Broadway’s third-longest running musical.In London, the show opened at the Lyceum Theatre in 1999 and hasn’t stopped running yet. Members of the cast twice performed at the Royal Variety Performance with senior members of the Royal family in attendance.If you’ve not yet seen The Lion King musical, you still have a chance to do so! After all, how could anyone pass up the chance to visit the Pride Lands?Now discover the story behind the hit musical, Hamilton...

These Online Spanish Games Will Keep You Busy For Hours

These Online Spanish Games Will Keep You Busy For Hours Suzy S. Ready for some fun? Take a break with an online Spanish game, and youll be learning and having fun at the same time! Here are 5 great options, rounded up by online tutor  Marcus S... Learning Spanish can be a daunting dask. One way to turn the stress into fun and make studying a new language more effective is to play games. In the digital age, thats easy to do, because you can now play online Spanish games. All you need is your smartphone, tablet or laptop to have an on-the-go source of Spanish practice. The Food Game From Digital Dialects Digital Dialects offers 16 beginner-level online Spanish games, plus even more games for intermediate and advanced students. One of their many beginner level games teaches the names of common foods. First, you can study words by scrolling through pictures of food. The name of the food is given in both text and audio. For example, a picture of cheese shows el queso written above it, while el queso is also spoken. Next, you get to practice what youve learned by playing the food game. You can choose to play with text or with audio. A table full of illustrated foods items is displayed. The computer either shows you a Spanish food name or speaks it and you have to click on that food item. Spanish-English Word Match Vocabulary.co.il offers this simple game for practicing Spanish vocabulary. Seven English words are listed in boxes on the left and seven Spanish words with the same meanings are listed across from them. The words are listed in different orders, so its your job to pair each word to its counterpart by clicking on an English word on the left and then the matching Spanish word on the right. (Example: Pretty matches Bonito.) As you play, the game will draw a different colored line between the two words you select. When you finish, click the Check Answers button and your answers will be graded with a green check mark or red X, along with a funny audio congratulations or critique, depending on how you score. Spanish-English Cycle Race Game This is one of many online Spanish games on Scholastic Teachers. You get to choose one of two characters, either Jenny or Zack. Next, you select your Spanish level, either Easy or Advanced. The game shows the two characters riding bicycles down the road. Youll be asked questions in English and have to choose from the two choices given to help your character ride faster and win the race. Mi cara en Español This game from Apples 4 the Teachers uses only Spanish words and pictures, which is an ideal combination for learning a new language. Youll see a blank drawing of a kids head beside the cut out images of the parts of his face. When you click on the the nose the computer says nariz and also shows the word. You then get to move the nose and other parts to the head until youve completed the face. Limpia Tu Grammatica! Another game from Scholastic, Limpia Tu Grammatica! teaches you Spanish grammar with one of Maggies Earth Adventures. Youre shown Spanish words such as mirar (to look) and have to choose whether to put it in the recycling bin marked Sustantivos (nouns) or a Verbos (verbs). The words are set on top of illustrations of trash on a beach, so as you play, youll be cleaning up litter from the ocean. These free online Spanish games are perfect for kids, high school students, and adults. So make sure to supplement the lessons you get from a great Spanish tutor with these games, whether its on the bus, between classes, before going to sleep, or any other time you have a few minutes to practice. Bonus:   Learn about the budget-friendly options for learning Spanish! Marcus S. tutors online in a variety of subjects. He has been  trained and certified to teach classes and give individual tutoring to students in the SAT, GMAT, GRE, and LSAT for the Princeton Review. Learn more about Marcus here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by  John Loo

Shark Tank Formula for Start Up Success - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Shark Tank Formula for Start Up Success - Introvert Whisperer Shark Tank Formula for Start Up Success ABC’s Shark Tank has entertained millions of Americans since 2009, however, this program is not only entertaining, it’s also informative. Regardless of whether you consider yourself an entrepreneur or not, you can glean valuable career advice from this primetime show. Here are some of the most useful career tips viewers have learned from the panel of sharks and hopeful entrepreneurs: It’s ok to say “no.” Every entrepreneur walks into the tank hoping to get a deal, but some have turned down deals that they didn’t think were a good fit. The lesson here? It’s important to say “no” when something doesn’t feel right. If you have too much on your plate at work, speak up and don’t take on more assignments. If you are offered an unfair salary as part of a job offer, say no and ask for what you deserve. It can be difficult for introverts to voice their opinions, but it’s absolutely necessary to get ahead in your career.   Don’t let the pressure get to you. Being in front of the sharks can be intense, and many entrepreneurs end up crumbling under the pressure. When this happens, things tend to spiral out of control fairly quickly, and the entrepreneur rarely walks away with a deal. This should show you the importance of staying calm and levelheaded under pressure. If you feel overwhelmed at work, stop for a moment to take a few deep breaths to calm yourself down. Be prepared. Entrepreneurs who enter the tank must know the ins and outs of their businesses in order to impress the sharks and secure a deal. How does this translate to your career? You should always be prepared for whatever lies ahead. If you are pitching to a client or meeting with your supervisor about a new project, be prepared. Spend time prior to the meeting thinking of what questions you may be asked and how you should answer them. Practice what you are going to say, especially if you’re nervous about speaking in front of others. Preparation takes time, but it pays off in the end. For more information on lessons you can learn from Shark Tank, take a look at this helpful infographic:

8 Steps to Determine the Work That is Truly Meant For You - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / 8 Steps to Determine the Work That is Truly Meant For You - Introvert Whisperer 8 Steps to Determine the Work That is Truly Meant For You Do you know what your next career step is?  Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable. Get your copy now and start your action plan today! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

10 Common Italian Stereotypes That Are Actually True

10 Common Italian Stereotypes That Are Actually True Brooke Neuman Italy, the land of contemporary fashion, historical art and men who adore their mothers, hand-gesturing enthusiasts, and gatherings about Dante? Actually, yes! While most Italian stereotypes are inaccuratefor example, all Italians are not mobsters and the men dont look like Super Mariothere are  a handful of stereotypes that hold some small kernel of truth. Below are the  10 most common Italian stereotypes that are actually true. 10 Common Italian Stereotypes 1. Italians Cant Live Without Pasta Italians live for foodin particular pasta. In fact, Italians consume the most pasta in the world, averaging 60 pounds a year for every man, woman, and child in the country. While most Americans cook dry pasta out of a box, Italians make pasta with precision from scratch. This dedication to quality plus the fact that Italians are the top consumers of pasta, makes Italy the champion of pasta. 2. Italians  Talk With Their Hands What if you could  communicate with someone only through hand gestures? Well, in Italy, you can! Italians use hand gestures to  enliven conversations, strengthen their point, and communicate on a non-verbal level. Theres a running joke in Italy that you can understand a conversation thats out of hearing range just from watching  someones  hand gestures. This endearing habit makes Italians some of the most expressive and passionate  speakers in the world. 3. Italians are All About La  Famiglia Family is so important in Italy that youll find that many Italians either live close to their parents or in the same house. In fact, its common for adults in their  20s and 30s to live with their parents. The  ties that bind families together are undeniably strong. Families often gather weekly for a meal or  stay in close contact. And yes, mamma rules the roost. 4. Italians are Habitually Late Everything in Italy happens on its own timeline, including work and appointments. If you comment on someones tardiness, most Italians will tell you that they just wanted to stop for  a coffee or smoke a cigarette before arriving, and that they were in fact on timeItalian time! This relaxed mindset can also be seen on the streets, as most people walk at a relatively leisurely pace. While habitual lateness is viewed as a negative thing in the United States, in Italy it is a reflection of taking life slowly and appreciating the moment. 5. Italians are Die-hard Football  Fans Juventus, Milan, Interâ€"these are just a few of the most famous names youll hear being thrown around when Italians are discussing football. Italians take soccer very seriously, and when theres a game on, all attention is directed toward it. Italians cant get enough of football because its a  chance for them to unite with their local team and express their regional pride. Since Italy was first composed of individual regions, Italians mostly identify with their regional culture rather than with Italy as a whole. 6. Italians Love a Good Cappuccino Breakfast in Italy is sacred. Unlike a  typical American breakfast, which includes eggs, bacon, and toast, an authentic Italian breakfast usually includes a cornetto (similar to a croissant) and a cappuccino. The quality of cappuccino in Italy, and coffee in general, is taken very seriously as well. Italians love the mix of coffee, milk and foam, and its an art in itself. Italians will travel blocks to find the best cappuccino. 7. Italians are Obsessed with Fashion Like coffee, fashion is wildly popular in Italy. Just look at all of the famous designers that hail from Italy, including Prada, Armani, Versacethe list goes on. Italians feel an obligation to fare la bella figura, or appear nicely in all respects, and fashion is a big component of that. While everything doesnt have to be designer, Italians like to wear high-quality fabrics.  Individualism is also valued in Italy, and men arent afraid to wear bright colors. In fact, dont be surprised if you  see men wearing orange, blue, or pink pants. 8. Italians Arent Scared of Public Affection Italians are no strangers to affection. In fact, its very common to see lovers embracing and kissing one another in public. Whats more, dont be  surprised to see two male friends expressing affection by walking closely together, perhaps with one arm across the others back for a few moments as they talk  and stroll. The warmth and outgoing nature of Italian culture encourages the expression of emotions, whether its crying, screaming, or showing affection. This is one of the reasons why Italians greet one another with the  classic kissing of the cheeks. 9. Italians Love  the  Opera A nation riveted by Puccini, Rossini and Bellini, Italians love the opera. Hordes of people  attend outdoor performances in amphitheaters, and its not surprising to find people discussing their favorite opera composer or the last performance they saw. Italians are very well-versed in opera and have strong opinions about the art form. Opera is similar to soccer in terms of  its widespread appreciation, attendance, and passion. It also showcases the beauty of the Italian language, which is another reason why it is beloved throughout Italy. 10. Italians Cant Get Enough of Dantes Divine Comedy Ask any Italian to recite the Divine Comedy and chances are they will be able to recite at least  some, if not a substantial amount. Italians are required to dedicate a significant amount of time studying each part of the Divine Comedyâ€"Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. Dante is idolized in Italy for writing in the most purest form of Italian, the Tuscan dialect.  The famed poet  is so popular youll  find societies devoted to studying the  medieval text. Well, there you have it. Can you think of any more Italian stereotypes we should add to the list? Do you agree or disagree with some of them? Let us know in the comments below! Post Author:  Nadia B. Nadia B. teaches Italian in New York, NY. She graduated summa cum laude from New York University, with a double degree in Italian Language and Literature and Classical Music Performance.  Learn more about Nadia here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Huntington Learning Center Shares Four Things Colleges Are Looking For

Huntington Learning Center Shares Four Things Colleges Are Looking For When college is on the horizon for your high school student, its easy to get overwhelmed thinking about the entire process. From researching financial aid to exploring schools to applying, theres a lot to do in a relatively short period of time. Keeping the big picture in mind is important, says Co-Founder and CEO Elieen Huntington of Huntington Learning Center. Parents and students can easily get bogged down with the college tasks, but forget to focus on what really matters, she says. Teens should put most of their effort toward being the best student they can be in order to be attractive candidates for admission to the colleges to which they apply. And what exactly are colleges looking for? Here are four of the most important student traits, as detailed in the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) 2017 edition of the State of College Admission report: Strong grades No surprise, the NACAC reports that grades, admissions officers top decision factor for first-time college students, are extremely important to colleges. This includes both grades in college preparatory classes as well as all other classes. And dont think that all As are created equal. Your teens strength of curriculum matters as wellmeaning, admissions officers will look for Advanced Placement classes, honors classes, International Baccalaureate, and other similar classes that give them an idea how your teen might perform at college. SAT or ACT scores While a students GPA is one important measure of achievement, his or her scores on a standardized college admissions exam are another good way to assess knowledge of the subjects needed for college. These exams also are intended to evaluate readiness for college, measuring students ability to apply what they learn in school outside of the classroom. Writing skills Not all colleges require an admissions essay, but those that do so are looking to get to know prospective students off paper and get a feel for their ability to articulate experiences. Of course, admissions officers are also interested in understanding whether applicants can communicate effectively and organize their thoughts and have a good command of grammar and writing style. Writing, after all, is an invaluable skill at college and something your teen will be expected to do in just about every class. Passion Colleges seek to create a rich campus community with a diverse student body. Although the factor, extracurricular activities was ranked by the NACACs report as being of considerable importance by just 7.9 percent of colleges surveyed, strong essay came in at 18.9 percent and students demonstrated interest in the college at 13.7 percent. These latter two factors prove that students who express their interests, passions and poignant experiences effectively and take initiative to show their interest in a college will set themselves apart and increase their chances of admission. Huntingtonreminds parents to encourage their teens to check out specific admissions information on each colleges website. Often, colleges are forthright in sharing what theyre looking for in candidates, she says. At any school, however, academic performance and strong preparation is of utmost importance. If you have questions about making sure your teen is ready for college and has a strong resume in place, call Huntington at 1-800-CAN-LEARN. About Huntington Huntington is the tutoring and test prep leader.Its certified tutors provide individualized instruction in reading, phonics, writing, study skills, elementary and middle school math, Algebra through Calculus, Chemistry, and other sciences. It preps for the SAT and ACT, as well as state and standardized exams. Huntington programs develop the skills, confidence, and motivation to help students succeed and meet the needs of Common Core State Standards. Founded in 1977, Huntingtons mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn how Huntington can help at www.huntingtonhelps.com. For franchise opportunities please visit www.huntingtonfranchise.com. 2017 Huntington Mark, LLC. Huntington Learning Center, the three-leaf logo, and 1 800 CAN LEARN are registered trademarks of Huntington Mark, LLC. Each franchised Huntington Learning Center is operated under a franchise agreement with Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.