Just Got Your SAT Score? Here’s What to Do Next
SAT scores just dropped — and whether you’re feeling relieved, disappointed, or somewhere in between, the most important thing you can do right now is pause before you react. Your score isn’t just a number. It’s information, and the right next step depends entirely on what it’s telling you. Here are the three scenarios we see most often, and what we recommend for […]
Which AP Exams Are the Hardest — and What That Means for Your Child
By Ann Ahn, Head Counselor at MEK Review Every year, students and parents ask the same question: which AP exams are the hardest? It’s a fair question — but the answer is more nuanced than a single ranked list. Here’s what the data actually shows, and what it means for your child’s course planning. The Consistently Hardest AP […]
Your Child Can Become a Confident Public Speaker. Here’s How.
Raise your hand if you’re comfortable speaking in front of others. For most students, that’s a hard ask. Not because they don’t have ideas — but because they’ve never had enough practice to feel confident sharing them. School rarely provides that practice in a structured, consistent way. The students who do become confident speakers have one thing in common: they’ve practiced in realistic settings, repeatedly, with feedback. What […]
Is Your 7th Grader Ready for NJ Magnet School Admissions? What Parents Need to Know About Fast Track 8
Every year, thousands of New Jersey families find themselves in the same position: their child is a driven, capable 7th grader with real interest in attending one of the state’s magnet high school programs — and suddenly the clock is ticking on one of the most competitive admissions processes a middle schooler will ever face. […]
The February ACT Raised Some Red Flags. Here’s What You Need to Know.
This past Saturday, February 14th, students across the country sat down for the Digital ACT. As always, our team at MEK Review was listening closely to what our students experienced — and a few important observations came back to us that we think every test-prep family should know about. Some of what we’re sharing may sound like […]
MEK Review Celebrates New Chapter: Englewood Cliffs Campus Grand Opening
A Night of Gratitude and New Beginnings On Saturday, January 31st, 2026, MEK Review welcomed students, families, educators, and community leaders to celebrate the grand opening of our newest campus in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. The event marked not just the opening of a new location, but the beginning of an exciting new chapter for […]
What the NJSLA Score Report Really Means for Your Child—and Why It Matters
The school year is underway. Backpacks are packed, routines are settling in, and somewhere between back-to-school nights and the first round of homework, a familiar envelope lands in your mailbox—or inbox: your child’s NJSLA score report. If you’re like most parents, you glance at it, squint at the numbers, and wonder: What does this actually mean? […]
Using AI: What Students and Parents Need to Know
Artificial intelligence (AI), especially generative AI, is a rapidly evolving technology that promises to transform many aspects of education as we know it. As such, we want to give parents and students some guidance on how to navigate AI both within and outside of the MEK classroom. What AI Should Be Used For At MEK […]
Rethinking SAT Prep in 2025: A Strategic Approach to Academic Excellence
For many students and families, preparing for the SAT has long been considered a non-negotiable part of the high school experience—a rite of passage on the road to college. But in 2025, the landscape has shifted. While the SAT and other standardized tests remain important, they are no longer mandatory at many institutions. Instead, they are now […]
Understanding SSAT and ISEE: Why Private Schools Require Admission Exams and How to Prepare
When parents begin considering a school change for their children—not due to relocation, but as a deliberate choice—they often explore private day or boarding schools. Before diving into options, one of the first hurdles they encounter is standardized testing requirements, such as the SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) or ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam). While tuition costs, commuting logistics, and school resources are […]
