Episode 326 | Michael Scheller | Astute Academics | Part 2 | The EdisonOS Podcast

In this episode, Michael Scheller, an experienced test prep coach, shares his direct and no-nonsense perspective on PSAT and AP preparation, explaining why he believes prepping specifically for the PSAT is a waste of resources and why strong SAT prep naturally covers it. Drawing from tens of thousands of hours working with students across New Jersey and Connecticut, Michael breaks down how cutoff scores, state testing requirements, and AP placement policies vary dramatically by district and why knowing your school is the single most important rule.He discusses the dangers of overloading on AP courses, sharing a real student story where jumping from one AP to five led to a downward spiral that was only reversed by scaling back, and warns families against blindly following advice from social media, reminding listeners that what works in one state can be completely irrelevant in a highly competitive market like New Jersey or Massachusetts.