SAT/ACT Preparation
Standardized testing causes enough anxiety on its own, but when combined with students feeling the pressures of scoring high enough to get into the "right" school, the tests can be more than overwhelming. We want all of our students to not only have the skills to score well, but the confidence to trust in their abilities.
Our method.
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One on one instruction or small group (4-5 students)
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Comfortable and engaging sessions that boost student's confidence
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Emphasis on practice both in and outside of session to increase exposure to test
What we teach.
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Ask students to complete a benchmark test to identify the concepts that need the most focus
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Generate a personalized study plan
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Encourage students to complete practice outside of our session to maximize our time together
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Complete practice tests to gain real experience while increasing familiarity with test questions and timing
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Partner with both students and parents to reach student's test goals
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During prep sessions, students will receive instructions on:
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test format and trends
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misunderstood topics
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calculator techniques
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proven test taking strategies
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general tips for success
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Meet Ashley.
Ashley Bettis, a Texas A&M graduate, earned her degree in Mathematics and Economics. While she is certified to teach 8th to 12th grade math, Ashley’s real passion lies in helping students master the math sections of the ACT and/or SAT. She is not your typical math teacher in that she uses her outgoing and bubbly personality to engage her students while being patient as the conquer challenging concepts. Ashley says, "I believe each student was uniquely created and thus deserves a unique approach in their education.” She is dedicated to helping her students discover the methods to connect the dots in math. Ashley accomplishes this by breaking down complex topics into fun, bitesize nuggets allowing confidence to build. Students appreciate Ashley’s fun and relaxed demeanor, while parents value her transparency and her professionalism.
In her spare time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family playing board games, watching movies, and completing puzzles. Ashley, her husband and their three kids have been spending more time in the outdoors and have recently taken up camping.
Come test day, your student will be equipped with the confidence and tools to test well and earn the score that matches their hard work!