As college applications roll in, all Flushing High School juniors and seniors should prepare for the SAT. It is especially important for juniors and seniors as the SAT is a critical component of your college application.
If you’d like to attend, it is free every Monday and Wednesday from 2:35 to 4:20. Tutor Mr. Leyo, organizes SAT prep in room 261. SAT prep at Flushing High School began in late October and will end in early December, with 10 sessions and 2 mock diagnostics. Anyone of any grade can attend, feel free to stop by and enjoy practice problems and food!
What exactly is the SAT? The SAT is a standardized exam administered by the College Board, it consists of English, and math. The exam is composed of two sections, with each section being divided into 2 equal-length modules. The first section is reading and writing, which you will have 64 minutes total (two 32-minute modules) to complete. This is followed by a 10-minute break, and finally, the math section totals to 70 minutes (two 35-minute modules). The SAT is a online exam. You will need to register online through your College Board account and take the exam on the BlueBook app on the day of, at your testing center.
A few tips for the SAT is to use your time wisely, mark questions you’re unsure of, and skip them so you can revisit them later. Don’t stay up late cramming the night before the test. It may be tempting, but it is important to get at least 8 hours of sleep so you are prepared and well rested for the day. Practice often and do not overthink! If you do not attend SAT prep, practice daily by doing practice problems, making flash cards, and knowing your vocabulary, everything and anything makes a difference.
If you are unsure about your performance, SAT prep will be your best tool for acing the exam. With preparation, you will gain the confidence needed to take on the exam’s unique structure, which is not your conventional school test.
Wishing all future and upcoming test takers good luck!
