THE SAT/PSAT Preparatory Course

PSAT PREPARATION COURSE

Sophomores in high school may take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, commonly referred to as the PSAT test. As the name suggests, this is a test designed to measure the same sorts of skills as, and prepare students for, the SAT test which is given to high school juniors. Everyone who has a chance to take the PSAT should certainly take advantage of it. Not only does it give your valuable practice for the SAT, by revealing what areas you may need to work on. The PSAT test is a challenging test, which is mostly multiple choice. There is no essay required, and you’re allowed to bring a calculator. The test takes a little over two hours, and covers three areas: Critical Reading is 48 questions which are focused on both critical reading skills and sentence completion exercises. Math contains 28 multiple choice and 10 grid in questions testing your skills in basic math, algebra, geometry, data analysis, measurement, and statistics and probability. Writing Skills is 39 questions looking for your skills at identifying errors in written materials, and your skill at improving both sentences and paragraphs.

SAT PREPARATION COURSE

Every year, over two million students take the SAT Reasoning Test, commonly called just the SAT. Colleges and universities rely on it as an accurate predictor of how well a student will do at college level academics. The SAT test plays a huge part in helping to determine what college millions of people will attend, and what kind of future they’ll have. If there were ever a test you need to do well on, it’s the SAT test. The SAT covers topics such as Algebra II and writing (essay) where students will have the opportunity to demonstate how they de-velop, organize and express their thoughts.

In this workshop students will learn:

how to approach the test
test-taking strategies
pacing techniques
how the test is scored
reading comprehension skills
techniques for improving vocabulary
what the essay section is assessing
basic grammar needed for success
math problem–solving strategies

Students will master content, take SAT practice tests and be confident and prepared for test day. A follow-up homework assignment must be completed for each session.

About The Instructors

Ruth Kambar has been teaching English for over 20 years and is passionate about fiction and poetry. She runs both the poetry club and writing workshop.

Ron Hattar, Supervisor of Mathematics, K-12 for Eastchester Schools, holds certifications in Administration, Mathematics and Special Education. He has taught all levels of mathematics ranging from 7th grade through Calculus. Mr. Hatter also serves as the District Representative for Westchester County for the Association of Mathematics teachers of New York State

Ruth Kambar and Ron Hattar differ from other certified teachers because they attended workshops and worked in collaboration with the College Board, the organization responsible for the development of the PSAT and SAT.

REGISTER EARLY! Class size is limited. Participants will only be notified if courses are filled or canceled. If you are unable to attend a course for which you have registered please call the center immediately.

FALL 2010 SAT/PSAT PREPARATION COURSE SESSION CHOICES Courses held conveniently at Pelham or Eastchester The Teacher Institute of Lower Westchester is a non-profit, educational consortium consisting of the school districts of Eastchester, Pelham and Tuckahoe. Its purpose is to provide for the professional development of educators, to foster communication and dialogue about educational issues, and to improve the education of all students.
Pelham High School	Eastchester High School
SAT Saturdays Sept. 18; Oct. 2 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 Mondays/Wednesdays Sept. 15, 20, 27, 29; Oct. 4, 6 6:00 - 9:00 PM Room T/B/D Fee: $550 (includes book) PSAT Mondays/Wednesdays Sept. 15, 20, 27, 29; Oct. 4, 6 6:00 - 9:00 PM Room T/B/D Fee: $450 (includes book)	SAT Saturdays Sept. 18; Oct. 2 - 8:00 AM - 12:00 Tuesdays/Thursdays Sept. 21, 23, 28, 30; Oct. 5, 7 6:00 - 9:00 PM Room H207 Fee: $550 (includes book) PSAT Tuesdays/Thursdays Sept. 21, 23, 28, 30; Oct. 5, 7 6:00 - 9:00 PM Room H207 Fee: $450 (includes book)