Congrats to @pdlems on their 100th Anniversary! Their centennial theme is: "One School, One Century, Infinite Impact." Great way to celebrate history and future success! #PonceDeLeonMS #Centennial #Education #MiamiSchools

Synonym Hack #1: Define It! INDISPENSABLE means absolutely necessary. Therefore, the synonym is ESSENTIAL. Simple definition wins every time! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Principal Gonzalez of @pdlems on the IB program: They introduce advanced academics & critical thinking so students are "so well prepared to go to the high school level." The foundation for success! #PonceDeLeonMS #IBProgram #HighSchoolPrep #Education

Synonym Hack #3: Phrase! Put CHIVALRY into "Chivalry is not dead." The synonym is GALLANTRY (B). Hack the vocab section easily! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Synonym Hack #2: Part! LABORIOUS is related to LABOR (work). Therefore, the synonym is STRENUOUS (great effort). Use root words to ace your test! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

@PonceDeLeonMS is celebrating 100 years! They are the first public IB MYP school in Coral Gables. This strong IB foundation supports diverse programs: Gifted, SPED, Arts, Culinary, Debate. It's about giving kids a "worldly view" to find their passion! #PonceDeLeonMS #IBProgram

Synonym Hack: When all else fails for a word like DRASTIC, look for the strongest synonym. DIRE means extreme or severe. The answer is C. #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Interview with Nilan Low (6th grade) from @pdlems! He loves the 4 electives he gets to choose (Spanish, Art, etc.) and says the school helps you earn high school points and scholarships! Great motivation. #PonceDeLeonMS #IBProgram #MiddleSchool #Education

Synonym Hack #3: Phrase! Put the word BESTOW into a phrase like "award upon you." The synonym is AWARD. Hack the vocab section easily! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Interview with Stella (6th grade) from @pdlems: She loves the friendly/sweet staff and the Electives (Creative Writing, Cooking). A supportive school culture that encourages diverse interests! #PonceDeLeonMS #IBProgram #StudentVoice #MiamiSchools

Synonym Hack #1: Define It! PONDER means to THINK. Therefore, the synonym is CONSIDER. Simple definition wins every time! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Interview with Valentino from @pdlems: He commutes far for the better academic program and the welcoming environment. He also highlighted the IB languages for creating culturally aware students, ready for high school! #PonceDeLeonMS #IBProgram #StudentVoice #MiamiSchools

Synonym Hack #2: Part! VACATE is related to VACATION. What do you do? You ABANDON your home! The synonym is ABANDON. Use related words to ace your test! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Interviewed Anna from @pdlems (6th grade). She loves the "very nice and caring teachers" and the IB language options (Spanish, Italian, French). Supportive staff + great electives = a great middle school experience! #PonceDeLeonMS #IBProgram #MiddleSchool #Education

Synonym Hack #4: Emoji! ABHOR is a strong negative word. Eliminate all neutrals to find the synonym: DETEST. Use the tone hack! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Synonym Hack #1: Define It! LESSEN has the root word LESS. Therefore, the synonym is REDUCE. Simple definition wins every time! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Interviewed 8th grader Trevor from @pdlems. His take on why the school stands out? Teachers really care & safety is very good. A safe, supportive environment is essential for learning! #PonceDeLeonMS #MiddleSchool #StudentVoice #Education

Synonym Hack #6: Answers! Look for opposites in the choices (like Arbitrary vs. Intentional). DELIBERATE means INTENTIONAL. The answer is C. Use this trick! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education

Meet Mia from @pdlems (7th grade), who loves that she's already taking 9th-grade Algebra and Physical Science! The IB program helps her get ahead for life and scholarships. Plus, it's their 100th Anniversary! #PonceDeLeonMS #IBProgram #AdvancedLearning #MiamiSchools

Synonym Hack #3: Phrase! Put the word EXPIRE into a simple sentence. The meaning is CONCLUDE (the tag concluded its life). Hack the vocab section easily! #ISEE #SSAT #Vocabulary #TestHacks #Education