Here's a breakdown of a traditional timeline for junior year, focusing on the PSAT, SAT, and/or ACT, with suggestions for tutoring and goal planning:
September:
- Start by familiarizing yourself with the test formats and content of the PSAT, SAT, and ACT.
- Consider taking a diagnostic test to assess your strengths and weaknesses.
- Begin researching and selecting tutoring that aligns with your goals and values.
October:
- Meet with a tutor to discuss your goals and create a study plan tailored to your needs.
- Begin regular tutoring sessions to address specific areas of improvement.
- Start practicing with official practice tests to get a feel for the test structure and timing.
November:
- Continue with tutoring sessions to strengthen your skills and address any challenges.
- Focus on specific sections or question types that require additional attention.
- Review test-taking strategies and time management techniques with your tutor.
December:
- Take another practice test to gauge your progress and identify areas that still need improvement.
- Adjust your study plan based on your performance and feedback from your tutor.
- Continue practicing with official practice materials and reviewing content areas.
January:
- Start intensifying your preparation as the test dates approach.
- Take timed practice tests to simulate real testing conditions and build endurance.
- Work closely with your tutor to fine-tune your strategies and address any remaining weaknesses.
February/March/April:
- Take your first official test (PSAT, SAT, or ACT) based on your goals and preferences.
- Analyze your performance and discuss the results with your tutor.
- Identify areas for further improvement and adjust your study plan accordingly.
May/June:
- Take your final official test (PSAT, SAT, or ACT) to showcase your progress.
- Continue working with your tutor to refine your strategies and address any last-minute concerns.
- Celebrate your hard work and achievements!
Remember, this timeline is just a general guide, and it's important to personalize it based on your individual needs and goals. Your personalized, family-run tutoring company will be there every step of the way to provide guidance, support, and expertise to help you succeed.
2022-2023 MOCK ACT/SAT TEST DATES
We will be proctoring tests virtually on Saturday mornings at 9:00 am. Upon registering for a virtual mock test, you will receive a test packet in the mail that includes the following:
ACT/SAT Answer Sheet
ACT/SAT Test Booklet
Test Instructions
Please sign up no later than Monday during the week of the mock test. Please make sure to include your mailing address during registration, so that we can mail you a testing packet.
ACT/SAT tests will be proctored virtually through LESSONSPACE. The day before each test, students will receive an emailed linked to join the virtually proctored test. The test instructions can be used should the student lose connection to the testing lobby. Please ensure that you have a working built-in mic (or a headset) and audio on your laptop/desktop.
ACT
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SAT
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See our mock testing webpage for more dates.
We also offer one-to-one private mock testing at our offices or virtually through Lessonspace. This consists of a full-length practice test for your child. Tests include: ACT, SAT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE, HSPT. We provide the test booklet, essay booklet, answer sheet, testing timer, calculator, and pencils.
We can send parents a practice test as well, to administer to their student in-home. We will send out a free practice test packet along with proctoring instructions. Parents must send the answer sheet back to us via email or mail.
In-Office or In-Home Testing (One-To-One)
ESTABLISHES A BASELINE SCORE FOR THE STUDENT
TESTS INCLUDE
ACT, SAT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE, & HSPT
$125 Standard Test (In-office)
$175 Special Accommodations (In-office)
FREE Parent Administration (In-home)
One-to-one private testing at our offices or in-home testing proctored by a parent. A perfect fit for students that need to get acclimated to the test format, structure, and timing. This can help to relieve nervousness and anxiety. Parents have the option of administering the test to their child for free. They can also choose to drop their student off at our offices and we will administer the test to the student. Parents will receive a diagnostic score report from our testing software. View sample reports: ACT, SAT, SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT. An individual test scores comparison chart is provided for the ACT and SAT.
Click on the links below to purchase private mock testing, or to learn more:
Private Mock ACT Administration
Private Mock SAT Administration
Private Mock SSAT Administration
Private Mock ISEE Administration
Private Mock HSPT Administration
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