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SAT Bootcamp • Series

Reading & Writing Bootcamp for the May 2024 SAT

Debangshu P

Series Details

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This series ended on May 2, 2024. All 1:1 and group chats related to this series are disabled 7 days after the last session.

Series Details

About

Hi, my name is Debangshu, and I just took the SAT in March. I also took the PSAT this last October, and as a result you can be assured that I will try to provide you with the best reading and writing advice possible for the digital SAT. It was tough for me to study for the digital SAT as my graduating class was the first in the US to witness the shift, but I hope I can make it easier for you guys by using my experience to help you boost your skills. I have gone through Khan Academy's Reading and Writing in depth. 

This four-week tutoring series will help you prepare for your upcoming SAT in both Reading and Writing & Language. By the end of the series, you will have completed multiple practice tests and worked through a number of problems from previous SATs, helping you build confidence for your upcoming exam. You’ll spend each session with me and a small group of other learners who are also working towards taking the SAT. Since it’s a small group, you can expect sessions to be very interactive as you work together towards improving your SAT skills as much as you can! Note: Cameras should be on so we can all get to know each other! If you have a specific reason why you can’t have your camera on, please notify me ahead of time.

✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY

Please do not miss more than one session over the four weeks, as that will negatively affect your learning and may also take up a spot from another learner who could have attended every session.

If you reach two unexcused absences, your tutor may remove you from this series.

Note from Schoolhouse: This series has sessions with required attendance. If you need to miss a required session, submit an absence using the "Submit Excused Absence" button on the series page. Multiple unexcused absences may lead to a suspension of your Schoolhouse account.

Dates

April 9 - May 2

Tuesdays 11:30 PM, Wednesdays 11:45 PM

Learners

10 / 10

SAT Score Range

500 - 590

Total Sessions

Important Links

Learner Handbook,

FAQ

About the Tutor

Hi, my name is Debangshu, and I really like solving 3x3 Rubik's cubes and playing chess in my free time. I also like helping people to the best of my ability, and I am a huge fan of thriller films because of the tiny details they display. I think that any test is a thriller: they change subtle wording throughout any test in an effort to confuse you. This is just like how the villain leaves behind certain details that change ideas (and as a result change subsequent events) . Even I still get confused with this tricky wording whenever I start taking a new class. However, I have watched enough thriller movies (and taken enough practice exams) to be able to predict what will happen next and to know what to do and when. I hope to teach you guys these tips and tricks effectively.

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Upcoming Sessions

Past Sessions

Apr

Session 1

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Tue Apr 9, 11:30 PM

We'll start with an orientation to get to know each other. Then, we will work through a shortened practice exam and review questions you'd like to go over. To wrap up the session, we'll go over some testing tips.

Apr

Session 2

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Wed Apr 10, 11:45 PM

We'll begin with group practice of a Focus Skill in the Information & Ideas Domain. Then, we will work through a shortened practice exam and review questions you'd like to go over.

Apr

Session 3

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Tue Apr 16, 11:30 PM

We'll begin with group practice of a Focus Skill in the Craft & Structure Domain. Then, we will work through a shortened practice exam and review questions you'd like to go over.

Apr

Session 4

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Wed Apr 17, 11:45 PM

We'll begin with group practice of a Focus Skill in the Expression of Ideas Domain. Then, we will work through a shortened practice exam and review questions you'd like to go over.

Apr

Session 5

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Tue Apr 23, 11:30 PM

We will go over some testing strategies for taking the digital SAT and you will have the opportunity to take a full practice test on the Bluebook platform.

Apr

Session 6

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Wed Apr 24, 11:45 PM

You'll have some time to review and reflect on your results from the Bluebook practice exam. Then, we will review questions you'd like to go over and end with group practice of a Focus Skill in the Standard English Conventions Domain.

Apr

Session 7

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Tue Apr 30, 11:30 PM

We'll work through another practice exam and review questions you'd like to go over.

May

Session 8

REQUIRED

SAT Reading & Writing

Wed May 1, 11:45 PM

We'll spend time reviewing all of the previous Focus Skills we covered together. To end the session (and the bootcamp!), we'll wrap up everything and provide some final words of advice/encouragement.

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