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Welcome to The Hoot!, Keating Quigley’s expert blog for school admissions, college planning, and student success. Explore tips, insights, and resources to guide you through private school applications, school transitions, and more. Stay informed with our latest posts to help your child thrive in the admissions process.

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How to Write a Parent Statement for School Admissions: Expert Tips to Stand Out
How to Write a Parent Statement for School Admissions: Expert Tips to Stand Out
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High School 101: Essential Tips for Your Rising 9th Grader
High School 101: Essential Tips for Your Rising 9th Grader
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What Kids Worry About When Going Back to School
What Kids Worry About When Going Back to School
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Is Your Child Thriving? 5 Signs It Might Be Time for a New School
Is Your Child Thriving? 5 Signs It Might Be Time for a New School
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Lean into School Transitions With Confidence!
Lean into School Transitions With Confidence!
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From Flip Flops to Pencils: How to Navigate Back-to-School Blues!
From Flip Flops to Pencils: How to Navigate Back-to-School Blues!
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Boarding School Bound? Here's How to Pack Like a Pro!
Boarding School Bound? Here's How to Pack Like a Pro!
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Boarding School Bound? Here's How to Pack Like a Pro!
Boarding School Bound? Here's How to Pack Like a Pro!
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Balance Fun & Learning This Summer
Balance Fun & Learning This Summer
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10 tips to maximize college visits
10 tips to maximize college visits
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Rising seniors: Get Ahead This Summer!
Rising seniors: Get Ahead This Summer!
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Conquer Those End of Year To Do Lists!
Conquer Those End of Year To Do Lists!
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It’s College Essay Season: Let’s Get It Done!
It’s College Essay Season: Let’s Get It Done!
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Rolling Admissions: There’s still time
Rolling Admissions: There’s still time
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College Chronicles by Charlotte G - The Final Installment
College Chronicles by Charlotte G - The Final Installment
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How the Pandemic transformed the suburbs
How the Pandemic transformed the suburbs
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The Two E’s of Summer Boarding School: Enrichment and Exploration
The Two E’s of Summer Boarding School: Enrichment and Exploration
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It's Decision Time. Are You Ready?
It's Decision Time. Are You Ready?
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Choosing the right early childhood program: why is it so important?
Choosing the right early childhood program: why is it so important?
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College Chronicles by Charlotte G - The Sequel
College Chronicles by Charlotte G - The Sequel
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Admissions 101: Acing the Student Interview
Admissions 101: Acing the Student Interview
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Admissions 101: The Parent Statement & Interview
Admissions 101: The Parent Statement & Interview
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Admissions 101: The Open House
Admissions 101: The Open House
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Admissions 101: ISEE vs. SSAT
Admissions 101: ISEE vs. SSAT
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High School Chatter by Sasha
High School Chatter by Sasha
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College Chronicles by Charlotte G.
College Chronicles by Charlotte G.
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Summer Reads from The Hoot!
Summer Reads from The Hoot!
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Reflections on Fatherhood
Reflections on Fatherhood
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Want to avoid the summer slide? Here's how ...
Want to avoid the summer slide? Here's how ...
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Starting an Independent School Search? Use the Four Rs ...
Starting an Independent School Search? Use the Four Rs ...
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