"We won a drawing for a free test. This information is invaluable! I'm so grateful we had this opportunity to assess where my daughter is, where to focus added energy in areas of deficiency and celebrate areas of over-competency. It was an incredibly helpful experience! We will have our other children tested. Thanks SO much!!"

~Kennessa M.

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"S.M.A.R.T. has an easy-to-navigate site, comprehensive reports, and homeschool consultation. Angelique was friendly, had speedy responses, great availability, and was informative. She was kind, patient, and knowledgeable. It gave us hope in our skills as new teachers, and it will definitely enhance our ability to help her succeed."

~Candie P.

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Glenna was amazing, very patient with my children and was willing to explain and answer all the questions I had. She listened to all my concerns. She was patient and understanding when they needed to get up and move around. 

~Katie C.

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Niki was incredible. I found the Woodcock-Johnson Test SO helpful! Niki was very quick to respond and provided great details on how it all worked. She was so kind, patient, and knew when to push her and when to back off. Incredibly helpful!!!

~Sara W.

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Holly is detail-oriented and wanted to make sure I knew everything I needed to know. She was kind and considerate of his needs, even making sure he had a snack! Holly made me feel confident in moving forward with my child’s education at home!

~Cori W.

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The coordinator was very personable, answering all questions I had before and after. Holly communicated all needed information and was very responsive to questions I had. She made her comfortable and was very detailed and sweet in her answers. Great experience!

~Allison J.

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I continue to use Holly as our testing administrator due to her caring and patient nature. She seems to easily work around my son's anxieties and chooses to go the extra mile for us if that is what is best. She is understanding when life gets complicated and also shows her appreciation when I can be fluid about her needs as well. She has always been prompt for our appointments and values my time while also making sure to answer my questions to the best of her ability. She individualized my boys, even though they test together at times, by suggesting curriculum or activities that pertain to their unique interests, strengths, and weaknesses. She has been a joy to work with, also due to suggesting conferences or lectures that I can attend as their mother and teacher to gain a better understanding of methods that will work best for each of them. She always makes sure to email me when it is getting time to schedule the next assessment. She makes every effort to work with me on the best weekday and time for my family to meet with her, and she also sends me a reminder the week before our appointment. She always does her best to help my boys feel at ease, as well as doing a little extra if she feels either of them needs a moral boost. She always does her best to make sure that the results are given to me in an understanding manor and even took the time this year to tell my teens how much progress she has seen in them since last year.

~Kim N.

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I chose SMART testing because the testing was done in person rather than online. I found SMART testing to be very beneficial. Holly was so helpful. She guided us in understanding the results and what areas need improvement, plus resources to make those improvements. Holly went above and beyond to make an appointment for us, and keeping us updated as well. She was very knowledgeable and professional. She thoroughly explained the results and what areas could use improvement, along with resources to make improvements. So thankful for SMART Testing!

~Crystal W

 

S.M.A.R.T. was recommended by friends, as this is our first year homeschooling. My daughter is shy, and she warmed up to Holly quickly. She was very thorough in going through the results and took time to make sure I understood everything. ~Erin F.
 

I needed a test that was hands-on and one on one without using the computer. She was very professional. Holly took her time answering all our questions thoroughly.

~Jessica G

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This test gave clear and precise results to know which areas to focus on and support. Holly gave great explanation and recommendations on testing and why, also easy scheduling and accommodations, was very understanding of my son and his needs, and making it flow easily to get him through the test.

~Jania W

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C. can be a difficult child to take at times with his ADD and Autism, but she worked really well with him; she was patient with him. She was wonderful with my child, she explained the results clearly, and she wasn't judgmental towards my family. She was thorough and made sure we understood before we left. We loved her and will definitely recommend her to others.

~April R.

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The Woodcock-Johnson is a very detailed test. I wanted to see where my child was lacking. Holly was very informative. She made everything easy to understand and explained everything well. She stayed least an hour making sure we understood everything. We will definitely do it again in a year.

~Monica T.
 

We chose this testing to see if our child was on track and what we needed to help him with as far as learning and supporting his needs. It gave me an outline of where my child needed more help and to get him on the right track. Holly was very patient and explained the results in an understanding and professional manner. There was a perfect outline of what we needed to focus on for our child. It also gave tips on how we can help him learn.

~Melisa M

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The qualifications of the administrator were a factor in deciding to test with S.M.A.R.T. Additionally, I wanted unbiased testing with accurate results so that we know where to start in our homeschool journey. I feel that this is helpful and the results are exactly the information that is needed for me to prepare his lessons. Autum was wonderful in communicating. She also confirmed our date and time to ensure we were able to be present. She was thorough and was very good with my special needs kiddo. Autumn ensured that I understood the results and content. We will definitely be using this service again and hope to test with Autumn Cline in the future.

~Rebecca S.

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SMART was reasonable, and quick to reply to all of my questions. Mandy Koontz

absolutely wonderful, very helpful with everything! We had a great experience with SMART and we would definitely use SMART again for future testing needs! Mandy was prompt and informative. She was very observant, very welcoming and knowledgeable. We recieved lots of information, and Mandy explained the results to us in a way that was easy for us to understand. 

~Kelly G

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Easy and reputable! Heather communicated everything perfectly. She made our very shy child feel very comfortable. She also spoke on the positives and kindly addressed areas needing work.

~Bella F.

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A friend who has homeschooled both her children recommended SMART.  The first year was during covid and was an interesting navigation process. The associate we had the first year recommended Heather because she was local. We have loved working with her every year. She explains and helps guide us with the options out there that are best for our son. She is patient with every question. We never feel rushed.

~Patricia W.

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My son just finished his first year of homeschool with CC, so my husband and I wanted to get specific information about what he needs to work on as we continue with homeschool. Our transition from public school to homeschool has been a blessing, and we are happy to have resources and testing that allow us to better assist him in his academic journey. Heather gave us specific instructions about testing expectations and was professional and worked well with my son. She gave me specific feedback after testing and answered questions I had. The testing was very specific and helpful in helping my husband and I figure out how to best assist my son as we move forward with homeschooling.

~ Lesley R.

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This is our first year in homeschool, so I was seeking assistance to meet the state annual testing requirement.  I also wanted a test that would assist me with planning the curriculum for next year.  Having someone administer the test was extremely helpful.  Heather Ertzberger was very knowledgeable and provided me with extremely helpful information.  My son gets very anxious and does not do well in test settings.  She made him feel very comfortable, which was much appreciated.  She provided very clear instructions for where to go, what to bring, etc. She did an excellent job of making him comfortable and made the testing as painless as possible. She provided a lot of information that was very helpful to me as a homeschool parent.  She also explained the test scores very well and made it easy to understand. This was our first testing experience.  Based on the experience with Heather E., we would use S.M.A.R.T. testing again in the future.

~Tiffanie T.

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We needed a local tester on short notice, and wanted a full review from WJ-IV, which we have taken before. So thankful---Heather was responsive and flexible to help us out. Great job!  Heather was clearly experienced and an EXPERT at working with homeschool children and administering the test to get accurate and useful results. Thorough and helpful feedback. Thanks for the help!

~David C.

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All of the reviews I read about SMART were excellent, and I agree. The process was straightforward, and Heather was amazing. We received a great deal of useful information from the test results and fulfilled our yearly testing requirement. I couldn’t have asked for a smoother/better process. Heather responded to all communication promptly, and the process was clearly laid out. My son was nervous going into the testing; however, Heather seemed to make him as comfortable as possible, and the whole process went well. I was extremely satisfied with the consultation. Heather was professional and informative. All of the information she gave was incredibly helpful and reassuring. We will definitely be using Heather again for our testing needs. I’m grateful that a service such as this exists in our area and that we have such a reliable resource. ~Ashley M

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The information I receive from this testing experience is so valuable to our homeschooling journey. Heather was very professional in her communication. She sent several emails with the necessary information and reminders for the testing date. My kids love testing with Heather and enjoy working with her. They don’t get anxious about taking a test because she puts them at ease. Heather is thorough in the information she gives and allows for plenty of time for questions and feedback. We had a great experience and plan to utilize SMART testing again next year.

~Amanda V

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The Woodcock-Johnson test with SMART seemed like the best option to accompany what I wanted our homeschool to look like.  Low stress for the children, a measure of progress as opposed to a measure based on memorized facts. It has been very helpful.  Ms. Heather is always pleasant and patient and always takes time to talk with me and reassure me that we are on the learning track, moving in the right direction. She returned emails in a timely manner and made sure I knew what to expect when we showed up. Ms. Heather has a pleasant personality, and is patient, and understanding with each child.

~Summer T.

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This is our fourth year testing with Heather. I appreciate Heather's insight and the in-depth explanation about the results of the test. She always has positive feedback about resources that will benefit to improve on my daughter's skills. Heather is excellent about returning messages promptly and to answer questions. Heather was informative about our test results and always has excellent insight on how to utilize resources going forward.

~Margarita M

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I wanted a professional test administrator to provide my child with testing because they were struggling academically. Heather Ertzberger provided me with very helpful information to help my child that was struggling succeed.

~Mary B.

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We have found the testing with SMART to be invaluable in helping us gauge our daughter’s learning experience through homeschool and our different curriculum. The suggestions by Heather were very appreciated. It’s nice to have someone willing to guide you as well as test. Heather was very professional and thorough in every way. Email reminders after signing up helped us to be timely and get started early. She explained everything thoroughly before and after the test. I could hear Heather guiding our daughter through her test very thoughtfully and kindly. Heather went above and beyond helping us understand where our daughter is at and how to help her move forward in her learning journey by offering us some tailored curriculum ideas to aid in her dyslexia. Thank you.

~Laura

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I am very satisfied with our testing experience with Charis. I feel equipped and ready to make the necessary adjustments to our curriculum. Charis was thorough and responded to my messages quickly. She was attentive and was able to quickly assess things about my student that I had already known. My student was also delighted with her kindness. I'm looking forward to my student's next test to see his growth.

~Ashley J.

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Kyla is organized and professional but very attentive and kind. She is great at giving quick but effective highlights of the test results and makes my daughter feel very comfortable during testing.

~Megan H.

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​Charis was very responsive when scheduling and communiating with her. She was very patient with my girls and she explained everything very thoroughly.

~Laura M.

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"My daughter's Woodcock-Johnson test and the subsequent evaluation with Angelique were extremely helpful, and I'm so glad we went this route. I found the evaluation session afterwards particularly invaluable. Angelique offered beneficial insights into the curriculum we should be using and what approach I should take on certain subjects, and she solved a couple of problems in my home school during our session! She helped me to understand how my daughter was doing academically, and I was so grateful to hear her insight and experience. My daughter felt comfortable working with her during the test and enjoyed picking out a prize afterwards. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I can't wait until next year! It was such a fantastic opportunity to sit down and review the results with Angelique afterwards. She was so helpful! She interpreted the results for me clearly and then gave me additional recommendations and a roadmap for approaching certain subjects next year. 10/10 recommend all homeschooling parents have this kind of opportunity and consultation! I feel so prepared for the year ahead after this session and have a clear understanding of my daughter's academic achievement this year. An all-around awesome experience. I am extremely grateful that you offer this service, and made the whole process easy!!" ~Natalie I.

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"I wanted to outsource testing this year, and I trusted Angelique to do an excellent, comprehensive job! She was very helpful and professional in all her communications. My children actually enjoyed testing for the first time ever! The feedback was very helpful in guiding me to find specific supports for my children’s strengths and weaknesses." ~Karen O.

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I chose SMART because they provided what I needed and were reasonably priced. Megan has been incredibly helpful not only in administering the testing but also in providing resource recommendations and advice for accommodations. Megan also understood and accommodated my child's exceptional needs.

~Lindsay P.

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Multiple people suggested S.M.A.R.T, and overall, I felt it was the best option. Mrs. Beasley was quick to respond and very accommodating. My son was comfortable and felt very welcomed. Words can not describe my appreciation. I will continue to use S.M.A.R.T and hopefully Mrs. Beasley for future testing.

~Brogan K.

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When we first started homeschooling a few years ago, we left public school halfway through the year. I wanted to get a good assessment of where my children actually were academically (versus the public school, where, even though she struggled, my daughter always magically made “just enough” progress to move up to the next level. So I wanted the WJ, and as I suspected, she had dyslexia, added that to it. SMART was the highest rated and easiest to navigate. Our testing associate, Megan, has always clearly explained the results, and we were given excellent feedback about possible interventions. She always communicates clearly via email and text an is very patient with my (sometimes difficult) children. Clearly explained the scoring, as well as possible reasons for higher or lower scores than previous years. She also gives great recommendations for curriculum and resources to improve various areas. As always, very happy with our experience!

~Megan P.

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We really found this helpful for our family. It is helpful to see where our children currently are academically, and we really appreciate the recommendations for curriculum they would benefit from during our next homeschool year.

~Alaina W.

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This is our third year choosing S.M.A.R.T as our testing administrator. Megan is very knowledgeable. I appreciate that she offers great advice and insight on how to continue to support my children's learning and development. She always has such a pleasant demeanor and engages well with my children, who have some special needs. I feel relaxed knowing that they're in a calm, professional & respectful environment when testing. I am very grateful to have found Megan Beasley, and I plan to continue to use her services. ~Karessa W.

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S.M.A.R.T. offered the best testing option for my daughter. Megan is quick to reply to email, answer questions, and work with our schedule. Megan gives extensive attention to my child during testing. My daughter doesn't come out stressed, but enjoys working with Megan, who is very patient and understanding while accomplishing the task at hand. The absolute best thing Megan does is give me the names/websites for tools needed to help my daughter succeed. The comprehensive report helps me tailor my daughter's curriculum for the next year to strengthen areas that she is weaker in.

~Faith White

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This test gives very helpful feedback to help us make the best decisions for our students and family. Answered all questions prior to testing. Very informative. I appreciated recommendations and resources that were specific for us. The cost is a little more than others charge but I think there is more information and guidance given using your testing services.

~Beth J.

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I decided to go with Megan Beasley through a friend recommendation and will 100% being using her in the future. She was very knowledgeable and helpful when it came to my child's education. She kept in touch and worked around my schedule. She was very gentle and learned quickly how my daughter reacts to questions and worked with her. She was very kind and helpful when it came to helping my daughter grow.

~Hannah Dieball

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I wanted to use a test that would produce a lot of detailed results. Megan was fast to respond to my questions. My student was very happy when we returned and was very comfortable in the environment. Megan also took the time to answer our questions.

~Candace J.​

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My daughter needed a test that could give accurate results of her knowledge beyond filling in bubble answers on a generalized test. Her dyslexia needed to be addressed. Megan was extremely accurate in her results and took time to give advice on learning styles/curriculums. My daughter was excited about her time with Megan. I am beyond satisfied, grateful, and blessed by her knowledge. And also very appreciative of testing that caters to my outside-of-the-box thinker.

~Rachel J.

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I was referred to S.M.A.R.T. from a fellow homeschooler when looking for a more in-depth test option. We very much enjoyed the testing process and thought the information provided was helpful for furthering our homeschool journey. Megan was professional and gave us many suggestions that we plan to implement into our homeschool curriculum. Megan was great. She kept in communication with me throughout the process and made everything very easy. Megan explained how she administered the test before and after the testing. She seemed to be very good at reading kids and determining what they needed to understand the testing procedure. Megan provided helpful, actionable information to assist with improvements for both boys in key areas. We weren’t just given the results, but were provided with examples of tips and resources to facilitate.

~Valerie M.

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Megan is amazing.  The kids barely feel like they are being tested, which is great since one of my students suffers from horrible test anxiety.  Her feedback and suggestions have worked wonders in our homeschool, and it's evident when we tested this year that they are blossoming. I would and have suggested Megan to my other homeschool parents. Megan always reaches out and works with me on what day and time fits our schedule.  She also sends reminders in case I was to forget. Megan has a great rapport with my boys.  This was our 3rd year testing with Megan, and we plan on using her next year.  My boys always feel comfortable and relaxed during the testing. Megan goes above and beyond to help give suggestions on where we might be struggling.  She also gives suggestions for areas where they are thriving so they can continue to thrive. I only wish I had found this test before my kids were homeschooled or even the first year.  It would have likely saved me a ton in curriculum that wasn't a good fit for my kids.

~Melissa M.

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My experience with my children taking the Woodcock Johnson test with Heather Ertzberger was very positive. It was a relaxing environment and the boys did not feel pressured to perform. They felt like Heather was kind and encouraging. The test itself provided a good knowledge base to assess math and reading levels. I feel confident moving into the next school year knowing where their strengths and weaknesses are.
~Shara L​

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Autumn is kind and also direct. She had a great rapport with my child. She also helped explain what the scores indicated. ~Holly W.

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We chose to have S.M.A.R.T. administer our testing this year so I could ensure that my homeschool planning was accurate and on course for what my children need. It was a great decision. I’m so happy to have met Autumn and have her evaluate both of my children. She was thorough, timely, friendly, compassionate, and professional. Autumn thoroughly explained the results and gave me a clear understanding of the testing process. We will definitely be coming back.

~Keena Edwards

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I wanted an in-person homeschool test that is reputable. We used Stanford-10 before, and I was not all that impressed. Autumn was delightful. She is incredibly warm and supremely competent. My child enjoyed the test, and I had a long debriefing with her afterward. She explained everything perfectly. I could not ask for more. Autumn is fantastic!

~Stefanie B.

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We knew we wanted to have our kids take the Woodcock-Johnson test, and once we exchanged emails with Autumn Cline, her friendliness made the decision quite easy. We loved having a thorough look into where our kids were in terms of their learning, and the test gave me confidence as a homeschool mom that what we are doing is working. She was very responsive and went into great detail about the test and what it would look like. She answered all my questions and eased a lot of my uncertainty about if this type of test would be good for my kids. From her very first introduction, Autumn put us all at ease. She was full of smiles and led us to the testing room. She gave me a brief rundown of how the testing was structured and gave me some options of what to do while my kids were testing. She was patient, friendly, and knowledgeable, and both my kids felt comfortable with her and enjoyed the entire experience. Her positivity, encouragement, and knowledge made understanding the reports quite easy. She was happy to answer any questions I had, and I never felt rushed. She was fully present and engaged the entire consultation. Her follow-up email with all the reports attached also explained in great detail how to read and understand the information, along with an invitation to reach out if we had any questions. She was an answer to prayer for my two kids, who become anxious during any kind of test!

~Lori G.

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Niki was absolutely wonderful. She made our first smart testing such a positive experience. My daughter felt confident and safe with her, which is HUGE! She broke down everything for me, and she gave great resources and ideas for adding to our teaching and learning at home. She was patient, accommodating, and kind. We will use her for years to come.

~Katie P.

 

It was perfect! Niki kept in touch through email, and she didn't make it seem like I was bothering her. She answered all of my questions and made me feel at ease. She communicated very well what was happening, and our son felt very comfortable with her. This is the first time he has ever said "I had fun" after taking a test. 10 out of 10!!! She gave a detailed report on how our son was doing. She made us feel welcomed, and most of all, gave encouragement!!! We loved having Niki as our test administrator this year, and I plan on booking her again for our other 3 children!! 

~Crystal V.

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Niki was incredibly responsive, kind, compassionate, patient, and thorough with my questions! This was my child's first testing experience, and she was absolutely wonderful with him. He said, "I look forward to doing it again!". It just doesn't get better than that! She was so generous with her time by thoroughly explaining the results and giving me insights gained through her astute observations of my son during the testing. She even gave me encouragement about my homeschooling approach and helped me feel better about our unique struggles with my son. I hope we can have Niki every year because we both love her and completely trust her! 

~Heather C.

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Thank you for having team members like Niki. She is a lifesaver! She was very patient, calm, and caring. It was as if my daughter didn't even know she was being tested. My daughter came out happy and feeling great! I was expecting her to be stressed, but not at all. I have more info than I could have imagined! Niki had so many ways to tackle learning, and the ideas she provided are individual to the child, not an umbrella response, which is much needed in this world today! Every child learns in a different manner, and she broke the code in 2.5 hours of being with my daughter! I am so thankful for her. This was the most helpful tool, process, and experience for homeschooling! Highly recommend!!! 

~Kristal W.

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Mandy explained every detail of the testing process, she made sure I understood how and what subject areas my child would be testing on. She took her time with me, allowed me to ask questions. I felt totally comfortable and confident that I wanted her to test my daughter. I love how the testing environment was very relaxed and calming. A quick restroom break was given and my daughter came out to use the restroom and gave me a hug. Mandy communicated with my daughter effectively during the duration of this process which helped her in understanding everything that is to be expected. Very informative, helpful, engaging experience. Thank you Mandy for serving our children. You are making an impact. I look forward to a lasting partnership.

~Latoya C.

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Niki was phenomenal! She was warm and easy to talk with, like we already had known each other. Going over the testing with her, I felt seen and understood with the challenges and joys that my kid has with learning. It was super helpful! It’s taken me some time to process all of the information, but after a few weeks of making changes based on what I learned, our schooling is more peaceful, and he has grown!

~Karissa W.

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Niki was very knowledgeable and communicative. She’s creative, stress-free, and brings such a calm energy. The kids felt safe, happy, and had so much fun. Niki was also very clear and thorough; she went above and beyond explaining every detail of the test results and gave us helpful suggestions on how we can improve for next year. We’re so grateful for her guidance and care!

~Harhonny N.

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I’m so grateful I found Niki Cooper on my homeschool journey! She exceeded my expectations!! She did a great job explaining to me all the details about my testing appointment. My kids were very happy and confident to have the test with Niki. She is a wonderful person who really cares about helping my family.

~Keity R.

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Niki was great with the kids, and I really appreciated how she worked with them to help understand any questions they were struggling with.  Also, she had a great lively personality, which I thought helped as the kids were taking a long test.

~Dave S.

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A lot of my friends recommended SMART to me. I found it very helpful for our family. I love Niki. She is an excellent person and instructor. She explained everything very clearly. I cannot find words to describe her. She exceeded my expectations.

~Evelyn S.​​

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Glenna is unprecedented in the work she does. I want her to be the tester of my children indefinitely. She is phenomenal. She communicates clearly and explains everything so I can understand.

~Lindsay J. ​​​​

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My sister recommended this test and I wanted this done to identify gaps in my kid's learning, if any. This was very helpful and gave some reassurance about their current knowledge as well as points to focus on in the future. Glenna was patient with the kids and explained all the results. I appreciate the feedback and the results being emailed.

~Amber H.

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We were referred by a church friend the first year we tested with Glenna. We continue to test with her because she has been an invaluable resource and guide with understanding where the kids are testing and directing us for growth in the upcoming year. She has been an encouragement and we all look forward to working with her each year! Glenna is very responsive to my questions, not only about testing, but also about materials and other things throughout the year. The kids look forward to working with Glenna and always come out of testing calm and relaxed. Glenna is authentic and approachable, even when I'm feeling overwhelmed or unsure of the new challenges my family will face in schooling. I feel like I can ask her about anything, and confident that she will turn me in a profitable direction.

~Jennie S.

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Heather is amazing and proficient. She is wonderful with the students understands them individually.

~Kathleen

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We were looking for a more comprehensive testing approach and wanted more than just arbitrary number results. Research and word of mouth suggested Woodcock Johnson and S.M.A.R.T.. We’ve been very pleased with the entire testing experience with S.M.A.R.T. and Heather and really appreciate the in depth explanations about results and scoring. She’s always friendly and prompt. She was welcoming and put them at ease. She went over all test results in detail and how they are scored. We also really appreciated the feedback on curriculum and suggestions on how to improve their skills.

~Camille M.

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I wanted to get some idea of where my child was at academically. I found the Woodcock-Johnson very helpful.  Heather was very informative about our test results and very helpful on some things we could try going forward.

~Tammy

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Heather was communicative and friendly. Both of these traits were super helpful and comforting. She was very kind and patient with my daughter who was nervous. Also, Heather was very helpful to me in explaining afterward. She explained it in a way that I understood, was patient with my note-taking, and she found many helpful suggestions and stategies for me to try. I will DEFINITELY do testing with Heather again! It was super helpful.

~Beverly L. 

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The Woodcock-Johnson was recommended by a friend as a good test and she was closest tester to Morehead City, NC. So far it seems helpful. Heather provided quick responses, was professional and willing to work with us on a short time crunch due to family situation. The feedback was overwhelming for the first time, but She took time to explain.

~Kristen B.

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I chose SMART because of how close they were to our home and how they have all the testing sites across the state. It is a good testing business with lots of state knowledge for homeschooling needs. Very professional educators and testers and they have such warm and welcoming support for our journey in homeschooling. Heather was very helpful and kind. She was very kind with our family and knowledgeable on helping us with our testing and finding good paths for homeschooling our children. We had a very professional and kind experience with her and will be using her again for next years testing. She is very helpful and knowledgeable on education, homeschooling, testing and helped us determine good paths for our children to proceed down for educational purposes for growth. SMART is a good company to use for educational needs and very helpful.

~Kathleen D.

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Multiple friends have recommended S.M.A.R.T. for testing. It was very helpful to understand where my children are currently in their education journey in order to assist me in preparing for their upcoming school year. She was very responsive to questions and worked with me to schedule a time/place that was convenient for our schedule. Both of my children responded well to her. They are both already asking for her to test them again next year. She was able to give me insight into my kids’ weaknesses and strengths. Glenna was also able to give me suggestions on how to help them over the summer and for the coming school year.

~Alyson W.

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This is our 10th year testing with Glenna of SMART. We have continued test with her and doing the Woodcock Johnson test because Glenna gives us great feedback on how are children are doing with their schoolwork. She’s able to tell us specific areas to work on and what our children are excelling in. She makes our homeschool journey easier with this information. She always allows my children to take breaks as needed and encourages them to try to go further. The information she gives us on each child’s struggles and strengths help us know what needs to be worked on the upcoming school year. We have been very thankful to be able to work with Glenna and SMART over the years she have given us invaluable feedback on how to help our children learn to the best of their abilities.

~Candace B

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I chose the Woodcock Johnson because I wanted to have a complete look at how my kids learn and where their weaknesses and strengths are. It has been very helpful to know how to help them where they struggle and what will benefit them where they have a strength. This information helps so much to know how to teach my kids for the following year. She knows kids well so tests in a way that they are comfortable. Glenna is very thorough on the feedback letting me know how they did on their testing and what those results speak to. She also gives helpful tips and curriculum suggestions. I'm just thankful to get the feedback to know how to teach for the next school year.

~Sara O.

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Glenna has been extremely thorough and helpful since the first time we tested with her 5 or 6 years ago. She gives individual attention to my kids and her kind, gentle and honest encouragement has helped me guide both my boys through some tumultuous times. So thankful for her expertise. She emailed and even texted reminders and made the whole process a breeze! I have one son who is dyslexic, and one who is not, but she treats them both with high value and respect. I so appreciate her willingness to help me understand what I can do to equip them for their future. The feedback was clearly explained and suggestions were very helpful as well.

~Tonya M.

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I chose to test with Glenna because of her knowledge. Testing with Glenna has been a huge help for us each year to see where our children are at and how to plan for the next school year. Glenna is so helpful and knowledgeable and takes time to answer all of my questions. She always communicates well and effectively. Glenna always puts my children at ease so they can do their best. She takes time to explain everything and answer any question and is very thorough and encouraging. We have worked with Glenna for years and love the feedback we get. We highly recommend her to all our friends.

~Angela L.

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Testing has provided us with great insight at to our children's knowledge levels and learning rates. We found Glenna, our S.M.A.R.T. testing associate, through a homeschool group at our local church. Glenna is the real reason we use S.M.A.R.T. testing as she explains the reports and is familiar with appropriate curriculums and implementation methodologies that aid in the learning process. My children's homeschool journey has been greatly enriched due to Glena and her guidance. I like to get an additional 30 min consultation so we really have time to discuss each child thoroughly. This is the most important part in my opinion as it helps me understand my kids needs. She has valuable input that we lean on through the year. This input has really helped us! This year we are focusing on using Expanded Notation to through the various mathematical operations to better grasp the concepts and learning cursive. She really understands the learning process and I always leave with a few pages of notes to review and support our learning journey. I hope we have the pleasure of testing with her for years to come. 

~Denny

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​Kyla always communicated in a friendly and timely manner. She has a very cheerful personality and she helped my children overcome their initial unease with having an unfamiliar tester this year. Yes, there was a gap that I had already suspected and she took the time to discuss potential resources for next year.

~Danielle B.

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Niki is great! Her feedback and communication were awesome. She's amazing! -~Angela Grace 

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I really appreciate Megan because she was patient with my daughter and I to make sure we understand everything, and was very helpful. Megan shared the details about what to expect, and made me feel easy bringing my daughter to her. She respected my daughter's privacy by administering the test in a private area, and then went over the results with me in private. Megan helped me to understand how to support my daughter now and in the future, and I greatly appreciate it.

~Jessica W

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Holly was great to work with my schedule and always called when she was headed my way! She offered lots of resources in weak areas.

~Juliet

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I needed my child tested to meet the NC requirements for homeschoolers. When I stopped by the table at the Homeschool Connections Fair, Mandy was just exceptional. She was informative and helpful in explaining my options. Upon researching all the options further, I felt that contacting Mandy to administer the Woodcock Johnson test was my best option. Mandy fully explained my options and she was easy to communicate with. Mandy explained the testing results completely. She gave me all the information and encouraged me to contact her if I had any further questions in the future.

~Jessica H.

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Thank you so much for making this first experience with Woodcock-Johnson such a positive one!  Both kids seemed relaxed and admitted that they might prefer it to the usual paper test. I know that this is largely because you made it such an encouraging and relaxed atmosphere. Thank you! I will recommend you to others and use you again if we continue to do the Woodcock-Johnson in the future!

~Kathy

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​Holly is very friendly. My son really liked her. She explained everything and gave tips to help my son. I will definitely want to test w her next time. The feedback was very informative​

~Melissa P.​

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Holly kept me updated and answered all my questions. He has ADHD and she was patient with him. After testing, Holly answered all questions and made sure we understood the results. 

~Caroline J.

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I appreciate the care and attention that Holly put into the comments about my children's strengths/weakness and interventions for each of them. I also appreciate being able to get advice for possible learning/processing struggles in regards to things that may help him, groups that could offer assistance, and possibly a specialist to see.  She answered all of my questions in a timely manner, and made sure that I knew where I needed to go in case my cell phone lost GPS on the way. She allowed my children to work together for parts, asked my opinion on which one to work individually with first, explained the location of the bathroom I could use while waiting, kept the door to the building she and my children were in locked so that random people would not be entering, my younger son was anxious because of testing and she handled it appropriately. Our after testing consultation was rushed because my son's took longer to test than expected, however, she still answered my questions to the best of her ability during the time we had and has answered a few additional questions via email. I am very grateful to have found SMART and Holly and will absolutely use her in the future if she is open to seeing us again.

~Kim N.​

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Heather, Thank you for taking such good care of our kids—the objective and focused feedback on their progress is so valuable and appreciated!"

~Melissa

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I choose SMART to admin testing because I think it is important as a homeschooling family to see what my kids can do independently without me as their teacher/ facilitator. Smart has provided a valuable baseline for me each year on what our core strength and weaknesses are in academic learning. Kyla was kind, knowledgeable, and my kids felt very comfortable with her.

~Kristin E.

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Angelique is very prompt and accommodating. She has a very calm nature which helps ease any tension the parent/guardian and the student may be feeling. Her home and testing environment are very inviting as well. She explains everything very clearly and gives great feedback. She was very patient while listening to me chatter away as well! She would have taken as long as I needed. I did not feel rushed at all. I really like all of the detail included in the full report because the information is tailored to the specific student’s needs.

~Christina P. 

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I signed my son up to for the Woodcock-Johnson testing with Heather Ertzberger and we couldn’t have been more pleased with the outcome. Not only was Mrs. Heather extremely polite but she made my son feel comfortable and at ease. Her patience and care for what she does makes the testing experience stress free! You can trust Heather. She is responsible and professional. She even gives a full report on every detail possible to help your child prosper academically. Not to mention she is fast and accurate. Thanks Heather. You deserve all the praise for what you do!

~Regan

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Holly was very informative. She worked with my kids one on one and the manner in which she administered the test was helpful. She was thoughtful and empathic and offered various suggestions on what to do to help my children succeed- academically. I liked the setting, and how the test is based on what the child knows opposed to pass or fail. That helps me understand my children’s strengths and weaknesses. And how to build from there.

~Shanikka C

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Angelique was very professional but also very kind and understood my child's needs. My child was able to come out and see me when she got overwhelmed, and Angelique helped answer all of our questions.

~Kelcey F.

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Megan went above and beyond to help me understand how best to move forward with the results. She was prompt and kind. 

~Allison

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The Woodcock-Johnson IV is the most comprehensive test I’ve seen. Since it’s done verbally it helps my daughter and takes some of the pressure off. Megan is amazing! She is a very good judge of my child for only having been testing her a few times. She can read my child’s body language and attitude and adjust and adjust to still get the test complete. She offers great tools to help my child continue to grow and her overall knowledge is amazing. She answers all questions and doesn’t make you feel rushed. We’ll be back to see Megan next year!

~Erin R.

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Renee was very quick to get back to me and was so helpful answering all of my 1st time homeschool mom questions. She lives close to our home and provided us a lot of available times to take the test. I think this test is extremely valuable and we will be doing it after every school year to make sure that our son stays on track and there aren't areas that we need to provide additional support for. During testing, she put our very nervous son at ease very quickly so he was able to focus on the assessment and really show what he knows. She gave us a lot of information on how the testing would work, how long to estimate it would take, how to report to the state when he took the test, what information the results would provide and the general layout of the test (oral and written parts). She put our son's nerves to rest very quickly, she had a very comfortable testing environment and he really liked working with Renee. The detail reports of the test results and her walking us through them as well as letting us know if we have any additional questions we could reach out to her. She also gave us information on possible co-ops in the area which was very appreciated. We will absolutely be using Renee for our year end testing.

-Denise S.

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We were looking for a more comprehensive testing approach and wanted more than just arbitrary number results. Research and word of mouth suggested Woodcock Johnson and S.M.A.R.T.. We’ve been very pleased with the entire testing experience with S.M.A.R.T. and Heather and really appreciate the in-depth explanations about results and scoring. She’s always friendly and prompt and she was welcoming and put my kids at ease. She went over all test results in detail and how they are scored. We also really appreciated the feedback on curriculum and suggestions on how to improve their skills.

-Camille M.

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Megan Beasley is highly professional and very capable. She has a welcoming and pleasant demeanor, and I appreciate how she is so sensitive to my children while administering the test. She took her time with making sure I fully understand the scoring and outcome of the test, and offers helpful insights and info to help me continue to help my children reach their learning goals. I will definitely continue to work with Mrs. Beasley. Thank You.

-Karessa W.

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I have struggling readers and the SMART associates were recommended to me by a friend a couple years ago. The feedback is wonderful and my kids surprisingly enjoy the testing. My kids each came out of the testing room with a smile on their faces. It’s a relief that they are able to do this without feeling stressed or upset. I like how the results show where I believe my children to be at as well. It usually isn’t a surprise to see how they scored. However, Mary often has tips or tricks to help me help them.

-Taylor B.

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I use SMART Testing because I trust the results of the scoring. Since we don’t test for anything all year, this helps me to see if there’s any gaps in my son’s math and reading. Mary is very friendly and my son warmed up to her quickly. She’s also very patient and seems to be able to gently direct my son to the task at hand.

-Melanie N.

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Heather, Thank you for taking such good care of our kids—the objective and focused feedback on their progress is so valuable and appreciated!"

- Melissa

 

Glenna Toney is fantastic! Provided so much insight into my students last year and gave me so many practical ideas; I'm confident that our school year is going to be so much more productive because of that guidance! I can't recommend her highly enough! - Sarah O.

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Megan provided me with the best experience. I had reached out to other companies, and they didn’t really want to answer my questions or were short with the answer. I appreciate the time she spent with me before we even met.

- Denise

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My name is Shanna and my boys tested with Heather on Friday, February 26. I wanted to send you an email to let you know how wonderful our experience was. This is our first year homeschooling and we were looking for a test to fulfill the standardized testing requirement for homeschooling. Through a search on the SMART website, I was able to locate Heather. She was absolutely amazing. My youngest is six and left the test telling me how much fun he had. She made my son feel very comfortable and was very encouraging throughout. My oldest is in 7th grade and has taken many standardized tests through public school and by far, this was his best experience. After the test, Heather went above and beyond. She was very thorough in reviewing the test results for me. My oldest scored above average throughout the test, and Heather was eager to provide recommendations for how to move forward in providing more rigor in our upcoming school year. We opted for the oral language portion of the test for our youngest and the results validated some concerns that I had. Heather met my concerns with encouragement and provided solid strategies to help work with my son as we finish up this school year. She also helped identify his strengths as well. I left the testing session thankful that I had chosen this standardized test for my boys. I also left with confidence that I can use this data to enhance our homeschool in the upcoming school year. It truly was amazing to work with Heather. We are looking forward to testing with her in the future. - Shanna N.

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Excellent, thanks very much!  The entire testing experience was better than expected, and I really appreciate the remediation advice you provided!  I feel like having these results and your advice at hand is going to steer me in the right direction for the coming school year.  Time will tell :-)

Nate G.

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Glenna, Thank you for all your help today. I appreciate all the work you put into all this information.  I look forward to having L. tested again in the next year or 2 and seeing how he’s progressed. I’m also looking forward to having D. tested in a couple of years. He’s very much ahead for his age, so I’m excited to learn more about where he is exactly and how he learns more in detail. 

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Heater Ertzberger was amazing! She was not only super responsive for scheduling but after the test she met with me at length to discuss options. She made my children feel at ease going into the test and they said afterwards their worrying leading up to taking the test subsided as Heather made them feel relaxed and confident. Her follow up with me even after they took the test was above and beyond. I will definitely work with Heather again and can’t recommend her enough! 

-Heather C.

 

Thank you for working with both of us today. I thought I would leave your house with my head spinning and overflowing. Instead, I left feeling proud of my child and pleased to have an opportunity to have someone to contact with questions and concerns that wouldn't overwhelm me.

-Tameka

 

Heather Ertzberger tested my 12yr old son whom has an academic disability on yesterday 3/11. I started homeschooling because my child needed more one on one. I really appreciated the opportunity to meet with her. She was very helpful in giving me information, advice and ideas that will help me help him achieve. I had a positive spirit after talking with her. I am looking forward to incorporating the materials she gave me into his lessons. Thanks So Much!! 

-Freda C

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 I have been homeschooling my oldest children since January 2021.  I have been utilizing SMART testing for my children since January 2022, with Millie McCall as our testing provider.  I have found the Woodcock-Johnson Assessment tool to be a great asset to our homeschool program.  Not only does the assessment show me where my children have strengths, but it also shows me where I can strengthen their weaknesses within our home curriculum.  

I have especially learned a tremendous amount of information from Millie McCall, who is not only a facilitator of the testing program but also an experienced homeschool mother as well!  The result information from the Woodcock-Johnson Assessment has provided me with the assurance that I am providing the best education possible for my family.  -Dolli R.

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Glenna, I was just thinking of you and wanted to reach out and let you know that the impact you made on the lives of my girls and family will always be remembered and appreciated. We all cherish the memories spent with you for so many years.  You have really spent your life investing into others and I am so thankful my family was part of your journey.  Lots of love, - Tara

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My daughter was nervous the night before her testing, but once we arrived, the atmosphere was peaceful and engaging. Heather did a fantastic job, and I was very pleased with the information given and the suggestions that were made. I would highly recommend Heather and Woodcock–Johnson testing for a thorough evaluation of your child.

~Kristen

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I used Heather’s services for the Woodcock-Johnson test for my special needs son and could not be more pleased! She was friendly, professional, helpful and made him as comfortable as possible through the process. The testing went great and she went above and beyond, taking the time to answer my many questions, and giving us resources and suggestions for fun ways to strengthen and focus on areas that needed it. I would definitely use her again and highly recommend her!! - Laura G.

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“My son told me on the way home that he has been nervous for 3 weeks about the test. He said it was so laid back and she was so nice! Way better than those school tests.”- Angela C.

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Heather,  Thank you again for being so welcoming to us today for the boys testing. One of them was very nervous on the way there, and you put him at ease.  Both of my boys came from their testing feeling confident and comfortable. They agreed that they preferred this testing option to what we have done in the past. The prize box at the end was an added bonus. I appreciated your score review as well as your recommendations for curriculum moving forward.  I know that we will all benefit from this experience, and we will be back next year for our testing needs!

Thank you !  - Rosalie 

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“Megan was fabulous and helped answer all of our questions. She made my son feel right at home during his first homeschool testing session!”- Heidi C.

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The Woodcock Johnson is so helpful for helping me know how to educate my kiddo. Especially because he is a struggling reader.

~Jennifer B.

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I was looking for a tool to guide my path ahead in homeschooling, to see where I’m meeting my kids at academically. I was very pleased and I appreciate her time and thorough instruction in how to better help my child succeed. It was a great experience. I will encourage others to visit her for any testing needs.

~Leslie

 

“Megan was so wonderful with my son and put him right at ease!! It was his first time and I know that how she interacted with him eased his worries. I appreciated all the information and helpful websites given and learned so much from this experience. I highly recommend Megan and will be using her again to test my kiddos.”- Bethany L.

 

“We highly recommend Megan! She knocked out all three of my school-aged kids in one day and made it so easy for me.”- Megan G.

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Glenna is amazing. She has tested all 3 of my kids since they were old enough to test. They never worry about test day and look forward to seeing Glenna each year. Even after we moved out of NC, she has still tested my kids. She will make your children feel welcome and comfortable and make the testing day so much easier. I have always used the Woodcock-Johnson and highly recommend it as well. - -Dara Reppe

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Thank you so much, Mary! I appreciate you taking the time to work with Chance, giving him breaks, etc. This was extremely helpful!  I'm so glad that not only do I know where to start with homeschooling, but I now have inexpensive curriculum options that don't seem as overwhelming.  I'm looking forward to seeing you next year.   -Amanda A.

 

Mary,

We really appreciate your time in working with N and reviewing the results with us.  We also really appreciate your thoroughness as well as the recommendations you provided that will help N with his more challenging areas. This provided much needed piece of mind and clarity on where N is in his learning and academic journey.  -Melissa D.

 

Mary,

Thank you so much!  She got in the car and said, "Can we come back here tomorrow?"  She loved spending time with you.  The information I received was very helpful.  And thank you for the encouragement.  I've passed the smarttesting info on to several of my friends, so hopefully they will contact you soon.   -Whitney W.