Guides & Articles for Loudoun Parents
Practical advice on SAT prep, AP exams, and the Academies of Loudoun and TJ admissions, from the teachers at Coherence Learning in Ashburn.
Admissions guide
Academies of Loudoun Admissions 2026–27
Eligibility, dates, the test and the writing assessment.
Admissions guide
TJHSST Admissions 2026–27 for Loudoun Families
The Portrait Sheet, the Problem-Solving Essay and seat allocation.
Admissions guide
AOS vs AET vs TJ
Loudoun's three selective STEM options, side by side.
November 1, 2026
The Final Week Before the Academies of Loudoun Test: A Calm, Practical Plan
The 2026 Academies of Loudoun test is on November 12. Here is a day-by-day plan for the final week: what to review, how to practice the writing assessment, and what to do the night before.
November 1, 2026
When to Start SAT Prep: A Timeline for Grades 9, 10 and 11
A practical SAT timeline for Ashburn and Loudoun families: what to do in 9th, 10th and 11th grade, how the PSAT fits in, and how to pick the right SAT test date for 2026–27.