College Preparation

SAT 1500 Club

As of 2016, the SAT exam challenges students to work through multi-step processes in both the Math and the Evidence-Based Critical Reading and Writing sections. It demands a strong grasp of the kinds of problem solving and higher-order thinking abilities necessary on a college campus and beyond. JEC NW’s 1500 Club course is intended for students already excelling in rigorous coursework at school who need to polish up their test scores through targeted drill-practice and review. All students entering this class will need to meet minimum test requirements, and students will be expected to complete regular model tests, participate actively in class, and finish all assigned coursework.

SAT Elite

Through thoughtful practice and concept review, any student can improve his or her scores on the SAT. Designed for high school students at all ability levels, the SAT Elite course provides ample opportunities for practice as well as guidance to help students pinpoint their conceptual weaknesses and make strides toward overcoming them. Students will be responsible for completing and reviewing regular model tests and working with instructors to take charge of their own progress goals through thorough coursework completion and attentive, engaged in-class study behaviors.

SAT English Basics

Even more so than they do in high school, college students rely on reading and writing to be successful. In-depth textbook assignments and complex composition skills are key to mastering college course loads. High school is the time to start developing these crucial abilities, which is why tests like the SAT require students to demonstrate them. Our SAT English Prep class uses SAT materials alongside college-level reading and writing tasks to help students create a firm foundation both for their future tests and for their greater academic goals. Students in this course will complete monthly model tests to evaluate their progress.

College Admission Essay Workshop

A lot more goes into the college admission essay than just cranking out 500 words. The essay is an opportunity to showcase student thinking, character, and writing ability. In this personalized workshop, our instructors can help with everything from generating ideas to editing for style and content. Through our student-centered approach, students can take pride in crafting a strong personal statement and learn how to improve their writing more generally using a structured process for drafting and revision.

PSAT Workshop

This six-week workshop offered only in the fall provides students targeted practice and skills-review just in time for the October PSAT, the exam which doubles as the qualifying assessment for the National Merit Scholarships program for test-takers in their junior year. Covering both the Math and the Critical Reading and Writing sections, it is intended for students who want to get an extra edge before the exam. Students will take six weekly model tests.

SAT Subject Test Prep

The SAT Subject Tests are content-area assessments for college bound students, meant to demonstrate mastery of skills not tested on other standardized college admissions tests like the SAT and ACT. JEC NW offers individualized review for most major subjects to help students feel confident with the test format and knowledgeable about the key concepts necessary to improve their performance in time for test day. Contact our center to inquire about help with particular subjects.

AP/IB/Honor Club Tutoring

For students enrolled in high-level classes, JEC NW provides both summer preview to help students ease into material before the school year and review courses to help students prepare for end-of-year exams. By highlighting important topics and skills, both programs can help students get more out of their school courses. Contact our center to learn more about options for private and small group AP/IB/Honors sessions