PINNACLE EDUCATION CONSULTING SAT ACT PREP SERVICES
Pinnacle test prep classes and individual tutoring help students prepare for and improve on their past performance on the SAT, PSAT, and ACT exams. Our proven methods utilize a triangulated approach including diagnostic assessments, full practice tests, linked skill review, and test-taking strategies. We also draw on insights and practices from positive psychology as a way of helping clients achieve a favorable mental outlook on the tests, diminishing test anxiety.
Available Formats:
- Basic Class (15 hours of instruction in a small group/classroom setting): $300
- Expanded Class (25 hours of instruction in a small group/classroom setting): $460
- Individual Subject Tutoring: $65/hour (by appointment)
Next Class: SAT Basic and Expanded sessions geared toward Nov 5 and Dec 3, 2011 test dates begin October 27!
Basic Segment (for those taking the SAT on Nov 5 or Dec 3)
- Tues, Oct 25: 630 p.m. – 830 p.m. (Intro to test segments, test strategies)
- Thrs, Oct 27: 630 p.m. – 900 p.m. (Math and Critical Reading Review)
- Sat, Oct 29: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Full SAT test administration w/essay)
- Tues, Nov 1: 630 p.m. – 830 p.m. (In-depth review of prior test and answers)
- Thrs, Nov 3: 630 p.m. — 900 p.m. (Group & Individual review; Test Mindfulness
Expanded Segment (extra hours for those testing on Dec 3):
- Sat, Nov 12: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (in-depth section review)
- Thurs, Nov 17: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. (in-depth section review)
- Sat, Nov 19: 10a.m. – 1 p.m. (in-depth section review)
- Thurs, Dec 1: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. (in-depth section review)
Location: Depending on the size of the group (limited to 12), we will either meet at the Pinnacle office near the University of Denver, or at the Auraria campus in downtown Denver.
Required: Each participant should bring the following book to each session. It is important to obtain precisely this edition so that all are doing the same segments and problems: Barron’s SAT, 25th edition, 2010, (ISBN-13: 978-0-7641-4436-3), cost approximately $19.
Future Classes: A new round of basic and expanded classes for both tests will begin after the first of the year, although individual tutoring can be scheduled year-round.
Presenter-Tutors:
Dr. Lisa Ransdell, President of Pinnacle Education Consulting (see bio under the ABOUT tab);
Sean McGowan, Civil Engineer, B.S. Princeton/M.S. CU-Boulder