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ACT Major Reform!

admin — Tue, 04 Feb 2020 22:57:35 +0000

Beginning September 2020, the ACT is introducing ACT Section Retesting, ACT Superscoring, and faster results with ACT Online Testing on national test dates. These new options offer students more choices, a better experience, and greater confidence that their ACT test scores best reflect their hard work, overall academic achievement, and potential for success throughout their lives. 1. Section Retesting Section retesting gives students the opportunity to showcase their skills and

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3 Steps to Earn College Credit with AP Exams

admin — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 21:44:24 +0000

The AP scores were recently released last week in July! Why are the AP exams important for students? Because by following the 3 steps below, students can earn college credit and begin their college years with a stronger start than their classmates! 1. The student takes an AP class and then the AP Exam in the spring, and scores a 3 or higher. 2. The student sends the official AP

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Build Your SAT Skills for the August Test!

admin — Fri, 07 Jul 2017 21:18:04 +0000

Do you wish you could take the SAT without the stress of classes, activities, homework, and social events over your head? This year, the SAT has a summer test date open for students on August 26! The summer is good time for students to set up their test plans and register for their tests before the deadline. The registration deadline for the August SAT is on July 28. Other test

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20 Hours on Khan Academy SAT Practice Could Mean 115 points Improvement

admin — Thu, 11 May 2017 22:48:25 +0000

Recently, 1 year after the release of the new SAT, the College Board announced that data on students who used Khan Academy’s SAT practice for 20 hours seemed to show an average gain of 115 points. The data studied included 250,000 test takers, and 16,000 of those test takers showed gains of 200 points or more after using Khan Academy’s SAT practice. Not sure what the Khan Academy SAT Practice data

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3 Free Apps for Efficient Test Prep

admin — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 21:58:11 +0000

Whether studying for AP Calculus or studying for a Biology final, students can find it difficult to organize their study methods in a way that is most effective for them. However, there are a variety of free apps available that can make a study period more efficient and even fun: 1. Evernote : A free app that helps students store and access their notes for as many classes as they want. 2. Quizlet

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New Summer Test Date for ACT

admin — Thu, 23 Mar 2017 23:41:33 +0000

The ACT has recently announced that next year, there will be another test date open for students in July 2018. Students will soon have seven possible test dates to choose from, giving them more chances to study and improve scores, as well as better plan their testing around the college admissions period. (Source: Admitted Blog)

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Study Better With Neater Notes

admin — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 01:24:08 +0000

If you are a student, it is likely that you and many of your classmates may have made a New Year’s resolution to be better at studying and preparing for tests. But how can a student do so? A student can prepare before class by making sure to have all the materials they need, like a notebook, black and blue pens, and pencils A student can take notes in an

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3 Steps for a Less-Stress SAT

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2016 22:11:30 +0000

For most students, all standardized tests will cause some degree of worry and stress. However, to minimize that stress, here are some steps you can take before the test day for the SAT: Make sure to know where your test center is and how you will get there. You can always find this info on the College Board. Go through the checklist of things you are and are not allowed

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SAT Updates for Students

admin — Thu, 03 Nov 2016 21:08:08 +0000

The SAT may have changed to a new updated format this year from its older form last year. However, keeping an eye on proper preparation and test registration deadlines is still important! For students who plan to take the December SAT, the registration deadline for the test is today 11/03. Other test dates and deadlines can be found at the College Board. Worried about the November SAT this Saturday? Students

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PSAT Tips

admin — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 21:31:52 +0000

The PSAT is usually taken by high school sophomores and juniors in October, and this year, also in early November. For students who are planning to take the PSAT next year or have no idea what the test includes, the College Board has released a detailed student guide describing what to expect on the test. The guide covers general test tips, sample problems, and other important info on the PSAT.

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