Daria Sinrod TOP Tutor SAT / ACT & Math

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Weekly schedules aren't just for adults!
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A rough weekly schedule can be an incredibly useful tool for college-bound students.
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Here's what I recommend you try:
- have your child make a list of commitments and events they have on an average week,
- estimate the time required for each day (e.g. Monday may only have one hour to study, but Wednesday is free) - together with your student,
- have them create a weekly study calendar that makes sense for their schedule,
- and add 5-minute breaks every 20-30 minutes and rest/fun time slots to recharge.
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It might look something like this:
Monday 3pm - 3:25pm Math practice,
5-min break,
3:30pm - 3:55pm Reading practice,
Rest;
Tuesday 4:00pm - 4:25pm Writing practice,
5 min break,
4:30pm - 4:55 Science ACT practice, etc.
This will not only help them avoid having unrealistic expectations (e.g. "I will complete one practice test every day!") and being stressed about studying for the SAT & ACT, but also helps them build a great habit of a successful student!
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If your child is a Junior and is taking their PSAT/NMSQT this year, see tip #5!
My advice to Juniors in October though: start your SAT or ACT prep now and get the best possible score.
But if your kiddo is in 10th grade and wants to capitalize on the National Merit benefits next year, the whole post is 🔥🔥🔥
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Here are a few tips to help your child prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT exam better next year:
1️⃣ KNOW THE TEST FORMAT AND CONTENT.
Familiarize yourself with the types of questions that will be on the exam and the content areas that will be tested. This will help you focus your study and better prepare for the exam.
2️⃣ CREATE A GOOD STUDY SCHEDULE.
Give yourself plenty of time to study by creating a study schedule in advance. Make sure to allow for breaks and to review material regularly.
3️⃣ UTILIZE PRACTICE TESTS.
In order to gauge your progress and get comfortable with the exam format, take practice tests. There are many resources available online and in print.
4️⃣ GET PLENTY OF REST.
The night before the exam, get a good night's sleep and eat a healthy breakfast. This will help you feel refreshed and ready to do your best.
5️⃣ RELAX AND DO YOUR BEST.
On the day of the exam, take a deep breath and relax. Remember that you have prepared well and just do your best.
Share these tips with your child to give them a head start!