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Attention Families of Rising Juniors!

As your student finishes sophomore year and looks ahead to junior year, now is a great time to start thinking about the SAT and ACT.

One of the smartest steps students can take is to sit for an SAT or ACT early—not necessarily to achieve a perfect score, but to establish a baseline. Knowing where they stand helps families make informed decisions about preparation, testing timelines, and college admissions goals.

Why start now?

✅ Identify strengths and areas for improvement

✅ Reduce uncertainty about standardized testing

✅ Create a thoughtful testing plan instead of rushing

✅ Leave room for retesting if desired

✅ Take pressure off the summer before senior year, when students are often balancing college visits, application essays, activities, jobs, and other commitments

Students who begin the testing process earlier often have more flexibility and less stress as college application season approaches.

The goal isn't perfection—it's preparation.

Start the conversation now, develop a plan, and help your student enter junior year with confidence.

With EOC, EOG and final exams fast approaching, here are some tips to optimize your student's exam prep.

To make the most of your student's test prep practice time:

Find a Quiet Environment: Choose a study space that is free from distractions, such as noise and interruptions.

Schedule Regular Practice: Create a study schedule that includes consistent practice sessions to reinforce learning and retention.

Be Able to Focus: Limit distractions by turning off notifications on devices and choosing a time when you feel rested and ready to think

Use Appropriate Level Materials: Select study materials that match your current skill level to ensure they are challenging yet manageable.

The College Board has published all of the SAT test dates the 2026 - 27 school year. https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/dates-deadlines

Registration is open for the fall test dates now. These dates fill quickly so planning ahead is key, especially for seniors wanting to take one more test to boost scores.

Don't forget Apex Test Prep Tutor is offering online practice SAT tests beyond those offered by the College Board. For more information, https://www.apexwritingtutor.com/registration-1

Online Practice Test Landing Page | Apex Writing Tutor Online digital SAT and ACT practice tests. Great for students retaking the SAT or ACT. Mimics real test conditions. Can be modified for additional time accommodations.

Is your student planning to retake the SAT or ACT in June or July?

Practicing test skills in exam-like conditions is the best way to refine those skills and improve scores. Look for digital tests on the College Board and ACT websites to get started.

Today is the first day of the 2026 AP exams. Best of luck to all the testers who will taking various AP exams over the next 2 weeks.