Cracking the ACT
Test taking is a skill! In this class you’ll earn the skills and tricks you need to score well on the ACT.
You’ll start by taking a practice exam in the same environment as the actual ACT to get a baseline score. For homework, you’ll complete practice questions in each of the 4 ACT areas, and then we’ll go over which ones you missed in class. Over the course of the semester, you’ll start to find patterns in questions and learn how you can go faster and answer more confidently. You’ll also learn overall test taking strategies that will improve your score immediately.
At the end of the semester, you’ll take a second practice ACT to see how you improved over the course of the semester. You can also sign up to take it at your local school your junior year and on the ACT website.
Practice tests are scheduled for the following dates & times. Please save the dates on your calendar.
- August 30
- December 6
Time 2:30 - 4:30 | Ages 15-18 | Level Master |
Mentors | Tuition |
Class Schedule
Prerequisites
Materials Required
A 4-function, scientific, or graphing calculator. While there are many options out there, we strongly recommend one of these two, depending on the level of math you know.
Best calculator for basic ACT calculations, including fractions, exponents, and parentheses can be found here.
Most functions allowed on the ACT - will graph most difficult ACT questions can be found here.
Homework
1-2 hrs every week (answering test questions + any additional studying/test taking you want to do on your own, including your math homework)
Notes
It would be helpful to work on math (especially Algebra) over the summer, if you have not yet learned it.
Books Students Provide
Title: ACT English
Required: yes
Own or share with sibling? own copy (This is a workbook. You must have this edition. Please buy new.)
Notes: Can purchase here on Amazon
Title: For the Love of ACT Science
Required: yes
Own or share with sibling? own copy (This is a workbook. Please buy new.)
Notes: Can purchase here on Amazon