Q: When should I begin studying for my SAT's at SLK? A: You can begin anytime (as soon as possible) and SLK can help you prepare. Whether your goals are short-term or long-term, for spring or fall SAT test dates. Q: What is tested in the SAT's? A: There are three sections tested on the S.A.T.:   Critical Reading: Composed of Passage-Based Reading questions, which test a student’s reading comprehension, and Sentence Completions, which test a student’s vocabulary.   Writing: composed of Multiple-Choice questions that test a student’s grammar through Improving Sentences, Improving Paragraphs and Sentence Error Identifications, and a newly included essay section that tests a student’s ability to write a short essay on an assigned topic in twenty-five minutes.   Math: Composed of Multiple-Choice and Student-Produced-Response Questions covering Arithmetic, Applied Arithmetic Concepts such as averages and rates, Elementary Algebra and basic Geometry. Q: How is the SAT scored? A: Each of the three sections is scored on a scale from 200 to 800 points, for a total possible score of 2400. Q: What will I learn in this class? A: You will learn the proven test taking techniques necessary for a high score on this particular test. Q: What is SLK’s student-to-teacher ratio? A: There will be no more than 10 per class. If you prefer, private tutoring is available at a rate of $60 per hour. Q: How will I know where to begin and where to focus the most energy? A: Your first step will be to complete an S.A.T. pre-test. An SLK tutor will review your results to determine your strengths and areas for specific focus and improvement. Q: Does SLK guarantee success? A: SLK’s policy is to guarantee a 200 pt increase from the pretest to the actual test. Most students will meet this goal. In the event the 200 pt increase isn’t met, we will offer the full course again at no charge. SLK does guarantee that the motivated student who attends SLK classes faithfully will show substantial improvement in practice test scores. However, our point guarantee is null and void should the student miss a class or fail to do the assigned homework. Q: How realistic are SLK practice tests? A: The practice test questions are taken from the official SAT national guide. Q: What if I need primary help with just one portion of the SAT? A: The student may request a specific focus, but pre-testing will be our main determining factor. Tutor focus will adjust accordingly. Q: How are SLK's SAT classes organized and scheduled? A: The process begins with a pre-test so that the teacher can assess strengths and needs. Upon completion, the program will be five 3-hour sessions of instructions (a total of 15 hours), and four 4-hour tests - covering SAT content and test-taking techniques. A post-test will be given on the second to last lesson, with results discussed and analyzed on the final lesson, one week before the student’s actual S.A.T. test date. Q: Is there flexibility within the basic SLK schedule? What if I miss SLK classes I have paid for? A: There are no make-up lessons for missed classes. However, for students taking private lessons, SLK and SLK teachers will make every reasonable effort to accommodate the student and his or her family. Again, any absences will result in voiding the point guarantee. Q: Does SLK offer its high quality test preparation for any other tests? A: Absolutely! If you need a comprehensive tutorial program that preps you for multiple tests, SLK can help! SLK can arrange programs that will prepare you for the SAT, SAT Subject Tests, PSAT, ACT, AP Tests (Science, Language and Literature, Biology, Chemistry, History), TOEFL, STAR testing, CBEST, and more! Give one of our test prep experts a call!