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New School of San Francisco Answers Your Questions
The state recently approved New School of San Francisco (NSSF)’s charter and expanded it to middle school. I interviewed co-founder Ryan

Vicky Keston
Jan 19, 20205 min read
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Financial Aid for Private Schools
For parents with limited means, financial aid is critical to their ability to attend a private school.

Vicky Keston
Jan 13, 20203 min read
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Parent Essays for Private School
When writing your essays, consider painting an accurate picture of your child. First, some of your child’s temperament will be clear anyways

Vicky Keston
Dec 8, 20192 min read
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SFUSD Kindergarten Lottery Misperceptions
Question: Does listing a school lower affect my chances at winning it?

Vicky Keston
Dec 2, 20193 min read
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Kindergarten Private School Admissions
Many parents are interested in looking for independent school for their children, and would like to understand the process.

Vicky Keston
Nov 25, 20194 min read
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Gifted or fast learner . . . what do I do about school???
Many of us have these anecdotes of aha moments, and the ensuing panic, What the freak should I do about school???

Vicky Keston
Nov 8, 20195 min read
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SFUSD Lottery Mechanics
SFUSD operates in a lottery system and is a bit complicated to understand. I’ll try to clarify it as simply as possible, and you also can...

Vicky Keston
Nov 1, 20193 min read
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Choosing an Elementary or Middle School
Whether your district offers school choice, you are considering private school, or you are house hunting, the fall brings a flurry of...

Vicky Keston
Oct 29, 20198 min read
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SFUSD Lottery Strategy for K-5th grade
It’s lottery time of year in San Francisco. Folks frequently ask me, how do you play the lottery? What are successful strategies? The...

Vicky Keston
Oct 21, 20193 min read
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