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A controversy broke out on Twitter earlier this week about an article in the Times Educational Supplement in which a teacher called Jonny Griffiths describes a conversation with a bright sixth-former who’s worried about his exam results. “Apart from you, Michael, who cares what you get in your A-levels?” he says. “What is better: to go to Cambridge with three As and hate it or go to Bangor with three Cs and love it?”

The controversy was not about whether the teacher was right to discourage his student to apply to Cambridge – no one thought that, obviously – but whether the article was genuine. Was Jonny Gri

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For a limited time, Clear Admit is offering a unique mock interview package for both existing clients and first-timers.  A member of Clear Admits team of experienced admissions counselors will work with you to develop your interview skills, whether you are preparing for a blind resume-based interview with an alumnus, a non-blind interview with an admissions officer or a behavioral interview with a second-year student.  The package combines an intense level of preparation and personalized service with an unusually affordable price of just $399.  Each package includes the following:

1. An initial strategy session with a Clear Admit counselor to outline your interview preparation
2. A school-specific mock interview followed by in-depth feedback from your counselor
3. A free copy of the Clear Admit Interview Guide for your target school
4. A free copy of the Clear Admit School Guide for your target school

MISSION VIEJO – Three Saddleback Valley Unified elementary schools are splitting $10,000 in Microsoft software and $10,000 from the Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation for the schools’ technology funds.

SVEF was one of three education foundations selected by the Shops at Mission Viejo Microsoft Store to participate in a contest to earn the software. The organizations had to encourage supporters to vote online or in the store, with each vote counting for $20 in software.

Stephanie Ramsey, left, from the Microsoft Store and Pam Klister, right, of the Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation presented oversized checks to, from left, Rancho Canada Elementary principal Thomas Potwora, Foothill Ranch Elementary principal Ed MacNevin and Melinda Heights Elementary vice principal Brendon Morrow. T Read more…

It’s fascinating to see exactly what activities Americans are using these sites for, like job searches.

Schools.com, a definitive digital resource for education, today launched “Why Social Media Isn’t a Waste of Time” a look at what Americans get out of using social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. While many people are wary about joining these sites – especially when applying for jobs or colleges, they sometimes fail to see the advantages of posting a photo or a digital resume online. The new infographic highlights social media statistics from 2011, including the fact that 41 percent of the 2011 college graduates used social media in their job search, and that 71 percent expect employers will look at social profiles.

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Working in finance involves daily number crunching. Understanding numbers is just one ingredient in creating a recipe for a successful career in finance. Most jobs, from accounting to trading, require a mix of strong interpersonal skills and good communication skills if you want to build a base of clients over time.

These are some of the essential skills you cannot live without in a finance career:

1. Communication

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