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SAT test taking tips • Know the format • Read all the possible answers • Use process of eliminiation to guess • It is ok to leave some blank (30 blank=2000 score!) • Work quickly and steadily. • Breathe • Know all the sections’ directions ahead of test day • Do easier questions first • Watch your bubble-filling • Don’t check the time in the middle of a problem •...


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Zinch Was designed specifically to highlight students interested in being admitted to college and help them get connected with colleges. Students display their GPA, test scores, volunteer experience, and can even upload a profile picture. Twitter This site provides a way for students to join different college’s “blogs.” They can read daily posts from college admission offices, participate...


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Students can create profiles on social networking sites to show colleges the type of person they are (to help them get recruited or admitted). They can choose what information they want to share (GPA, standardized test scores, volunteer experience, extracurricular activities, sports, etc). Students can highlight their strengths to help get them recruited into college. Students can search for and learn...


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The use of social media to recruit students, promote colleges and universities, and communicate more effectively with students, parents and alumni is growing1. A study at The University of Mass-Dartmouth evaluated the use of social media in admissions offices at all U.S. 4-year accredited colleges: The study found that a substantial number of schools reported that they research students via search...


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Outcomes for the Sophomore Year  Discover more about who you are and define what you want to achieve and accomplish this year.  Understand the “Requirements for Academic Achievement” and take steps to further develop academic skill set.  Increase understanding of college entrance requirements.  Initiate steps to establish college prep files.  Visit several different types...


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Steps to Take to Support Your 10th Grade Student  Listen to your student explore their thoughts and ideas without judging the comments.  Talk with your student about what they want to do after high school, what they want to study, and where they think they might want to go to college.  Know the graduation requirement for your student’s high school and make sure they are meeting those...


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Steps to Take to Support Your 11th Grade Student  Listen to your student explore their thoughts and ideas without judging the comments.  Talk with your student about what they want to do after high school, what they want to study, and where they think they might want to go to college.  Know the graduation requirement for your student’s high school and make sure they are meeting those...


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Outcomes for the Junior Year  Discover more about who you are  Identify and research interesting careers  Monitor academic progress and identify methods for improving study skills, organizational skills, and academic performance  Delineate options for improving academic profile  Identify options for interesting and meaningful enrichment experiences, i.e. community service, employment,...


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Saturday January 14, 2012 - Saturday January 14, 2012 15375 Barranca Pkwy Map and Directions | Register Description:Get your student ready for finals! We take college preparation very seriously and ending the semester on a high note is a big part of success towards college. Our High School Final Exam Book Bash™ sessions combine proven study strategies and review with qualified tutors. Book Bash sessions...


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