Need a New Game Plan for the ACT?

Need a New Game Plan for the ACT?

The March 24th State ACT didn’t happen for Park City High School juniors. Thanks, Covid-19! Our recommendation to students is that they should register for either the June, July or September National ACT. Preferably June or July since September will likely be the last chance the class of 2021 will have to take the test to be considered for many colleges.

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Should I Still Take The ACT If I Want to Apply to a Test-Optional College?

Should I Still Take The ACT If I Want to Apply to a Test-Optional College?

Several high-profile schools – including Boston University, Tufts, University of Oregon, Oregon State, University of Georgia, and the University of California schools - have recently announced going “test-optional” for the class of 2021.  Test-optional policies give college applicants the choice of whether to submit their standardized test scores.  Does that mean your student doesn’t need to take (or study for) the ACT?  Not really.  It depends.

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Free (Virtual) Practice Tests

Free (Virtual) Practice Tests

Breakaway Prep Park City is pleased to announce that we are resuming our weekend practice exams, virtually! We will also be adding a mid-week practice exam on Wednesdays. Until the risk of community spread of the coronavirus has subsided, students will complete their tests at home and log into a Zoom meeting where we will proctor the exam.

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College Prep for 8th and 9th Graders?

College Prep for 8th and 9th Graders?

It may seem a bit early for 8th graders to be planning for college, but as Gaga, my grandmother, used to say: “tempus fugit – time flies.” I had the pleasure this morning of meeting with the Treasure Mountain High PTSO this morning to discuss how 8th and 9th graders should be preparing for college. This blog discusses the top five tips that we discussed.

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What to Expect on the PSAT/NMSQT

What to Expect on the PSAT/NMSQT

The PSAT, or “practice SAT”, is a shorter version of the SAT at only 2 hours and 45 minutes. There are four sections: Reading, Writing and Language, Math-no calculator, and Math-calculator. For juniors, your test scores may qualify you for the National Merit Scholarship. The top 1% of test-takers can become National Merit Scholars and receive scholarship money and recognition. Even if you feel like National Merit is out of reach, the PSAT is still valuable practice and will provide a good indicator of your potential scores on the SAT.

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When Should I Take the ACT?

When Should I Take the ACT?

Standardized test are carefully engineered to be sure there is only one right answer.  Unfortunately, there is more than one right answer to “When should I take the ACT?”  At Breakaway Prep, we are passionate in our belief that every student is different – in what they know, what they need, how they learn, and when they should take the ACT.   Today's blog outlines what to take into account when determining YOUR best date. 

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