5 Gift Ideas for High School Guys
December 12, 2011
Having trouble figuring out a good holiday gift for your high school son? Need a gift idea for a high school guy? How about these cool ideas:
(1) Money or a gift card – Cold, hard cash is a perennial favorite among teenage boys. They can combine it with other savings to purchase a big ticket item, or spend it at their favorite store. The bonus? Teaches cash management skills!
(2) Laptop, tablet, iPod, Kindle or other electronics – Depending upon your budget, a new laptop (or even a tablet such as an iPad) or iPod/MP3 player or other electronic gifts are always a favorite among the high school set. If the recipient is a high school senior, a new laptop certainly will be used in college! As more books and textbooks become available in electronic formats, a Kindle/Nook will be easier to carry than a backpack.
(3) Stock, CD or other investment complete with book written for teens – While the stock market may be wreaking havoc with parents’ 401(k)s, teens are finding it invigorating. Fuel your high schooler’s interest in high finance with an investing guide written just for him, such as The Motley Fool Investment Guide for Teens.
(4) Favorite team paraphernalia – Is your gift recipient a die-hard Lakers fan? Love the Giants or the Patriots? Must see every UFC fight? Indulge him with a team jersey, signed ball or photo, or tickets to a game. What a way to make a memory!
(5) Sports equipment – Does your son ski, snowboard or skateboard? Does he play a sport? Is he into computer games and the Wii? Think about what he enjoys and give him a gift that reflects his personality and interests.
Look for our gift guide for high school girls shortly!
Top-Tier Closed Today & Tomorrow
November 1, 2011
Due to clean up from the storm damage in and around West Orange, Top-Tier remains closed today (11/1) and tomorrow (11/2). We hope to reopen on Thursday, but will keep you posted!
Top-Tier Remains Closed Today
October 31, 2011
As a result of the Halloween Blizzard, Top-Tier remains closed today. Emergency crews are working hard to remove tree limbs and to restore power to the people affected in West Orange, Verona, Roseland, the Caldwells and surrounding areas. Be safe and warm out there!
Top-Tier Closed Today
October 30, 2011
Top-Tier will be closed today, Sunday, October 30th due to the Snow Emergency declared in West Orange. Your tutor/counselor will contact you to reschedule your session. We will reopen.as soon as possible.
Please be safe and warm!
New Hours!
September 6, 2011
It’s hard to believe, but the unofficial end of summer 2011 has happened! We hope everyone had an enjoyable Labor Day holiday!
Starting today, we will be on our Academic Year Schedule:
Sunday 12 noon – 4 pm
Monday 4-8 pm
Tuesday 4-8 pm
Wednesday 4-8 pm
Thursday 4-8 pm
And by appointment
Summer Schedule Starts Saturday
June 9, 2011
Starting Saturday, June 11th, Top-Tier’s office hours are going to their summer schedule. We will now be in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4-7 pm. However, as you know, we are available at other times by appointment – and you can always get us by phone (973.243.1212) or email (info@Top-TierTutoring.com).
Enjoy the hot weather, stay cool and if you’re a “rising senior” – start your college apps NOW!
Race to the Top
May 21, 2011
In this week’s Weekly Address, President Obama is calling for the end of “No Child Left Behind” in favor of his administration’s “Race to the Top.” Click to listen to his address to hear about the success of Booker T. Washington High School in Tennessee, and President Obama’s plans. Education reform is sweeping the nation – what are your thoughts about how we all can help our children achieve their unlimited future?
“Ear on Careers” Featured in New Book
May 16, 2011
We are very excited to share that “Ear on Careers” has been featured in Kevin Walker’s new book: How To Get Your Message Out Fast & Free Using Podcasts. The book, subtitled “Everything You Need To Know About Podcasting Explained Simply” gives the reader just that – great information about starting, recording and releasing podcasts.
We were very honored to have been interviewed for Mr. Walker’s book about “Ear on Careers” – the web’s premiere career day podcast series, produced by Top-Tier Tutoring. We were even more excited to receive the finished product and realize that “Ear on Careers” was written up as a Case Study on page 15 of the book! Click here to read the Ear on Careers case study.
If you would like to order a copy of Mr. Walker’s book, click here and search under “podcast.”
As always, we welcome your feedback and ideas. Please submit a comment below, send us an email or give us a call at 973-243-1212.
Interesting article about the SAT versus the ACT
March 8, 2011
I just found this great article that sums up what we tell our clients all the time: colleges really don’t have a preference for either the SAT or ACT, and you should take the test that best suits you. As mentioned before – and discussed in depth in one of our podcasts – the SAT is a trickier test while the ACT is more straightforward but the pressure comes with the time limits. Both tests have their pros and cons, so don’t just think that your student must take the SAT. Consider the options!
To read the article, click here.
To listen to Top-Tier’s podcast about the SAT and the ACT, click here.
December 27th
December 27, 2010
Top-Tier is closed today due to the Blizzard! Stay warm and safe everyone – we will reopen tomorrow!
