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Agenda
Overview of ACT-SAT StartUp Exam
True or False: Dispelling the SAT & ACT Myths
Testing Timeline: Now What?
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ACT-SAT StartUp Exam
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This exam is designed to give your 9th graders a taste for the official ACT and SAT exams; NOT be a call for action or scare tactic to have them register for official exams or test prep!
Your Score Report
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SAT Math – Example Question
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Use Process of Elimination
n=2
• Plug in with your number in the answer choices – eliminate what doesn’t work
A) (7 + 0.13)2 + 129.99
B) 1.13(2)(129.99 + 7)
C) 7(2) + (129.99 + 1.13)
D) 129.99(1.13) + 7(2) =160.88
=144.25
=309.59
=145.12
target answer = 160.88
ACT Science – Example Question
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Try to get a feel for the data first:
• Identify variables
• Identify trends
SAT Grammar – Example Question
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Read Carefully!
• Always read entire sentences, never just the underlined portion
• Read as much as you need to answer the question
SAT & ACT True or False
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The SAT and ACT measure your intelligence.
SAT & ACT True or False
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The SAT and ACT measure your intelligence.
FALSE
SAT & ACT True or False
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If you have a high GPA in school, that means you will automatically do well on the SAT or ACT.
SAT & ACT True or False
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If you have a high GPA in school, that means you will automatically do well on the SAT or ACT.
FALSE
SAT & ACT True or False
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Even if you don’t have a high GPA in school, you can learn how to increase your scores on the SAT and ACT.
SAT & ACT True or False
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Even if you don’t have a high GPA in school, you can learn how to increase your scores on the SAT and ACT.
TRUE!
SAT & ACT True or False
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All four-year colleges and universities accept either SAT or ACT without preference. You can take and submit both, but that’s not required.
SAT & ACT True or False
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All four-year colleges and universities accept either SAT or ACT without preference. You can take and submit both, but that’s not required.
TRUE
SAT vs. ACT
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SAT
More Common on the Coasts
No Penalty for Wrong Answers
Rewards Reasoning and Logic
Stops at Algebra II
Very Coachable – Rewards Strategy
SAT vs. ACT
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For detailed explanation on the new SAT, please visit www.PrincetonReview.com/SATChanges
SAT ACT
Sections of the Test Math Evidence-Based Reading and
Writing
MathScienceEnglishReading
How is the test scored? Each of the two sections is 200-800 points, for a total of
1600 points
Each section is out of 36 and your total score is an average
of the sections
Guessing Penalty? No No
Score Choice Yes Yes
Essay Optional –aka mandatory Optional – aka mandatory
Bottom Line? Both tests are valid options for the college admissions
process!
Both tests are valid options for the college admissions
process!
College Readiness Timeline
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9th and 10th Grades
•Focus on grades in school and participating in activities•Possible SAT Subject Test – if you’re in AP or Honors for that subject matter
College Readiness Timeline
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Summer after 10th Grade
(into 11th grade Fall)•Great time to start preparing for SAT and/or ACT•Continue activities you are passionate about•Focus on doing well in the classroom, retake courses if needed
College Readiness Timeline
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11th Grade
•Take the official SAT or ACT exam•Continue doing well in the classroom•Begin college exploration process
College Admissions Timeline
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12th Grade
•Fall: apply to colleges•Spring: evaluate your options and decide next steps!
What Can I Do NOW to Stay Test Ready?
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• “Word Of The Day” – sign up at www.collegeboard.org.
• Focus on your academics. Do well in your classes.
• Read, read, read!
Our Promise
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All students should have the opportunity to go to their best fit college or grad school. No matter where they start, our mission is
to get them there.
Your Goals. Our Expertise.