2004-2005 SAT & ACT Preparation Workshops

 

Please note: This is the only mailing we will make for LPS ACT & SAT Prep Workshops.

What are the advantages of a preparation workshop?

¨           Familiarizes the student with exam format and instructions.

¨           Reduces anxiety and increases test-taking skills and confidence.

What should you expect from the workshop?

¨           A thorough understanding of test content, organization, and directions.

¨           Successful test-taking strategies for each exam and practice test taking.

¨           Stress management techniques before and during the exam.

¨           Review of many math skills and vocabulary.

What you should not expect from the workshop:

¨           A prep workshop is not a substitute for good academic preparation from kindergarten through twelfth grade. The SAT I and ACT are tests of reasoning, language ability and math ability. Success relies heavily on reading skills. A student should take college prep classes or the most challenging courses he or she can handle.  A broad reading background is helpful.

¨           A prep workshop is not a guarantee for test performance that ensures scholarships or college admissions.  Based on student reports, the class materials provide an excellent opportunity to review test format and content. But any improvement in test scores depends primarily on the time and energy a student invests in working the course materials.

 

Are there other ways to prepare for these tests? Absolutely! LPS workshops are an effective yet economical option available to all students. However, for a variety of reasons, parents and students often ask about other options:

¨           Students can study independently with any of the test prep books or CD-ROMs available at bookstores.

¨           Other local test prep options can be found on the internet by typing ³ACT or SAT test preparation Lincoln Nebraska² on a search engine. These other options generally cost more than the LPS prep workshops but provide smaller class sizes that may be more suitable for your studentıs needs.

 

Please contact the Counseling Center at your studentıs high school for answers to the following questions:

¨           What are the differences between the two tests? Which test should my son or daughter take?

¨           When is the best time to take the ACT or the SAT?  Is it helpful to take the test more than once?

¨           When are the ACT and SAT tests offered? How does my student register for the test?

Registrations booklets and testing schedules are available in all high school counseling centers.

Registering for a prep workshop does NOT register your student for either test.

 

Cost:    $60 per workshop. ACT workshops are 7 weeks long. SAT workshops are 6 weeks long.

Contact your studentıs counselor if financial aid is needed.

Refund Policy:  Cancellation requests must be received before the first class date. A $10.00 handling fee will apply.

Handicap accessibility:  Contact Linda Geisert for arrangements (e-mail and phone number below)

Location:   Lincoln High School, 2229 J Street, Lincoln, Nebraska

                         Park in the lot south of the school west of the tennis courts off of Randolph Street.

                         Enter the south doors and follow the signs to your classroom.

Questions about LPS prep workshops?  E-mail lgeisert@lps.org or call Linda Geisert at 436-1301.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Schedule of workshops and registration form:  See the reverse side of this form.

ACT WORKSHOPS:

ACT Fall 2004 ­ Session 1 ­ maximum 80 students

Wednesday, Sept. 1, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Sept. 8, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Sept. 15, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Sept. 22, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Sept. 29, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Oct. 13, 5:30-8:45 pm

Register by August 19, 2004

 

ACT Fall 2004 ­ Session 2 ­ maximum 80 students

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Nov. 3, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Nov. 22, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Dec. 1, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Dec. 8, 5:30-8:45 pm

Register by October 6, 2004

 

ACT Spring 2005 ­ maximum 80 students

Wednesday, Feb. 9, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Feb. 16, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, Feb. 23, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, March 2, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, March 9, 6:30-8:30 pm

Tuesday, March 15, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wednesday, March 23, 5:30-8:45 pm

Register by January 26, 2005

 

SAT WORKSHOPS:

SAT Fall 2004 ­ maximum 80 students

Monday, Sept. 20, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Sept. 27, 6:30-8:30 pm

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Oct. 11, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Oct. 18, 6:30-8:30 pm

Tuesday, Nov. 2, 5:30-8:45 pm

Register by September 3, 2004

 

 

SAT Spring 2005 ­ maximum 40 students

Monday, Jan. 24, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Jan. 31, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Feb. 7, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Feb. 14, 6:30-8:30 pm

Tuesday, Feb. 22, 6:30-8:30 pm

Monday, Feb. 28, 5:30-8:45 pm

Register by January 10, 2005

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Students should plan to attend all classes in a session. In the event a student cannot attend an evening, no make up classes will be offered. However, homework for self-study will be provided.

 

 

 

 

Please keep the top portion as your record of class dates.  Return only the bottom portion with payment to:                                                             

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Mail to:  Linda Geisert, Lincoln High School, 22nd & J, Lincoln, NE 68510

              Make check payable to Lincoln Public Schools

[  ]  ACT Session 1 Fall 2004                         [  ]  ACT Session 2 Fall 2004                         [  ] ACT Spring 2005

[  ]  SAT  Fall 2004                                               [  ]  SAT Spring 2005

Please print:

Student Name                                                                                                                                     Grade                 School                                                   

Address (city-state-zip)                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Parent's Name                                                                                                                                                      Home Phone:                                                  

PRINT Parent's e-mail address:                                                                                                                 Work Phone:                                                  

(Parent e-mails are used to confirm registration, send homework, or notify you of changes such as a snow cancellation.)