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Testimonials
Slaying the Dragons of Standardized Tests:
a
healthy, holistic, retreat approach to standardized test-taking that teaches
students how to perform at their personal best in difficult situations.
This unique program helps students develop their
general critical thinking ability—by preparing body, emotions, spirit, and
mind—and then aims that skill directly at standardized test problems.
The Dragon Slayer Series is offered at
two levels:
Slaying the Dragons of Standardized Tests for
High School Entrance and Scholarship: For Students and their Parents
This program has won the approval of parents who desire to help their
children perform at their personal best! See
Testimonials
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The average TerraNova National Percentiles of the
students who took this class in addition to Dr. Pace’s academic seminar
were two times higher than the
average National Percentiles of their classmates at their parish schools.
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A recent group of thirty-three 8th grade students
who took only the Dragon Slayer Series received over $146,000 dollars in
scholarship money.
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Moreover, the 8th grade participants in this
program were more likely to be accepted into their top choice high schools
and win academic scholarships.
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Example students who took both the HSPT/TerraNova and
the Dragon Slayer Programs:
"Dr. Pace has the gift to approach test-taking and learning in a
holistic manner. She understands that this approach is important to help our
children be their best in all aspects of testing, education, and life. "
-Mrs. Susan Brown, Philadelphia
"I feel this course encompasses the many aspects of doing one's best,
not just for tests but for other areas of life. I think my daughter will be more
calm and confident when she encounters life's challenges. "
-Mrs. Judy Tarzian, Philadelphia
"The holistic approach in teaching test taking techniques is very
unique--something our children don't normally find in the classroom. Learning
how to use our thoughts, emotions, and prayers to positively enhance the test
taking experience is invaluable. Highly recommended!"
- Wendy Parsons, Jenkintown
Abby Parsons, accepted into The Mount
"Dr. Pace charters new
territory in test preparation. Helping your child identify some of the
"emotional dragons" preventing personal best achievement is
invaluable. This holistic approach has application in all aspects of life and it
was particularly helpful to share the experience with my son. Thank you Dr.
Pace."
- Sheila Amrhein,
Philadelphia
"Overall, I feel that if there is any way I can help
my daughter succeed, I am willing to learn it.
This program enlightened me and my daughter about the emotional and
physical aspects of test-taking. As
a result, we were able to get on the same page and this lessened our anxiety
over the whole process of test-taking. I
would recommend this program to others because it gave me the opportunity to
de-stress and also be a part of my daughter’s academic life. "
- Mary McAllister,
Huntingdon
Valley
"This program offers a collaborative experience for
both parent and child. As such,
children can see that their parents are “invested” in the test preparation
process."
- Joe Larkin, Rydal
"Dr. Pace’s course offered insight into many factors
in our life that affect personal best performance.
I found it helpful to discuss these topics in class.
Dr. Pace gave good strategies and techniques to help deal with these
issues. Also, my daughter and I
enjoyed the opportunity to participate in the program together."
-Mrs. Terri Wernly,
Lansdale
"Both our
daughters have taken Dr. Pace's class. We believe it is the best gift we can
give them as they enter this phase of their lives. The program is educationally
helpful and spiritually insightful."
- Mrs. Bonnie
Tiffany, Blue Bell
"This program
helps us handle many of the emotions that arise during testing by giving helpful
strategies to stay "cool under pressure." It puts the physical,
emotional and spiritual sides of us into perspective and shows how to prevent
unhelpful behaviors from sabotaging performance."
-Mrs. Jessica Stickley,
Philadelphia
Howard Stickley, North Catholic Class of 2012 Full
Scholarship to North + 3500 per year to Roman
"Dr. Pace's class not only helped my son in preparing for tests but she
also helped the parents as they prepare with their children to take
tests."
- Colleen Haviland, Huntingdon Valley
"Even though this is practical information, it is powerful. I believe my
child will benefit enormously! She will be better prepared physically, mentally,
and spiritually after taking this class. Knowing God wants you to do well is
another gift and force to assist you in performing well in standardized
tests."
-Irene Coyle, Philadelphia
"This was a very helpful experience. It really helped my daughter to
look at the things around her that affect her performance."
- Katie Kelly, Glenside
"Slaying the Dragons has given my child the confidence he has needed to
take standardized tests."
- Kathleen McHugh, Jenkintown
"At first, I
thought Dr. Pace would not help me at all, but as the class went on and my test
scores soared I realized how much her teaching really helped me. Also she taught
me how to relax myself and take my time; somehow by taking my time I was able to
finish the entire exam on every one of the tests I took. You will find that Dr.
Pace is a great teacher who really prepares you for the tests in the fall, and all
the other tests that you take in life."
-Richard
Brazukas, LaSalle College High School Class of 2011
"With Dr. Pace's helpful classes, I have been accepted to
St. Basil Academy and exceeded my goal score on my TerraNova test. I truly
believe that without her classes I would have had a really tough time with
all my testing. Not only does Dr. Pace teach, train, and prepare, but she
inspires children of all ages to want to learn."
-Joanne Savidge, St. Basil Academy Class of 2011
"The Dragon Slayer program was useful. I know plenty
of kids who are extremely insecure about test-taking. They compensate by cheating,
usually. This program battles that. It gives you helpful hints and ideas to help
boost your brain power before a test, as well as preparation to calm yourself.
It helps to create confidence that is not only useful in the classroom, but also
useful in many other things. It also helps for when you are getting ready for a
performance, such as a recital. It has helped me."
-Melanie Sweeney,
Johns Hopkins Talent Search Candidate
Music Scholarships to
both Nazareth Academy and Mount St. Joseph's Academy
Slaying the Dragons of Standardized Tests, Youth Edition
"The Dragon Slayer class really helped me as I entered the fourth grade
with tests and algebra. My student
assessment test usually scares me silly. But,
after I took the Dragon Slayer class, I didn’t worry at all"..."Through
your Dragon Slayer class I learned to overcome my fears by getting in touch with
my spiritual powers. I’m also able
to use these skills in my daily life. Like
when I have to deal with my little brother and sister."
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Eric Southerland, 4th grade
"These
classes helped me to control my nervousness before tests.
They gave me ideas how to prepare for tests and what to do by relaxing my
mind and body, and how to study the night before the test."
- Shianen Watson, 5th grade
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