Specialized High School Admissions Test Preparation for Students Taking the Exam in Fall of 8th Grade


The results are in! Of the reported 2022 SHSAT scores, we are incredibly proud to report that 83% of the students we worked with were admitted to Specialized High Schools, and 24% of those students accepted to a Specialized High School were admitted to Stuyvesant!


SHSAT Test Prep Offerings

The test is designed to be challenging and can be very intimidating to students. With a lot of practice, skill-building, and understanding strategies to find the simplicity hidden in the complicated way the questions are worded, we can help students master this test and maximize their scores.

Each student has different needs with regard to test prep. The most important aspect is getting an early start on preparation for this exam if you truly think that the specialized high schools are the best fit for your child.

Test Prep Courses

We offer test prep courses in the winter, spring of your student’s 7th grade year, then in the summer and fall of 8th grade. Our test prep courses cover all aspects of the test in an intimate setting where students naturally challenge each other to take it to the next level. We look at every necessary skill set and strategy and then practice, practice, practice.

Group Sessions (Semi-Private)

Parents can gather a group of 2-4 students to prepare together with a skilled instructor. We recommend that the students are at a similar level in order for the sessions to be productive. 

Individual Sessions (Private Tutoring)

One-on-one sessions to hone specific skills unique to the student.


Do you have a 7th Grade student interested in a Specialized high school? Mark your calendars:

  • January (Winter of 7th Grade) - SHSAT prep classes start - Winter Skill-Builder

  • May (Spring of 7th Grade) - 13-week Comprehensive Spring/Fall SHSAT test prep course begins

  • Summer (Summer of 7th Grade) - Week-long SHSAT Summer Intensive Workshops

  • September (Fall of 8th Grade) - 6-week Fall Final Countdown SHSAT test prep course



SPRING SEMESTER - 7th Grade in 2023/24


SHSAT Spring/Fall Comprehensive Course

Dates: Week of 4/30 - Week of 10/16*

Total Classes: 13 sessions (7 sessions in spring, 6 sessions in fall with a break in the summer)

Ages: Current 7th Graders

Location: 321 Court Street, Brooklyn NY

Cost: $1,430 + Materials Fee

Days/Times:

In Person:

MONDAYS 5:30-7:30p Waitlist

TUESDAYS 5:30-7:30p Waitlist

WEDNESDAYS 5:30-7:30p Waitlist

THURSDAYS 5:30-7:30p Waitlist

Online:

WEDNESDAYS 5:30-7:30p

SATURDAYS 10:00-12:00p

*Please note that the Monday and Tuesday sections begin the week of 5/6. There is no class scheduled on Saturday 5/25 and Monday 5/27 in observance of Memorial Day.

The Spring/Fall Comprehensive course is a thirteen-week course that begins in the spring of students’ 7th grade year and extends through the fall of their 8th grade year, concluding right in time for the exam. This course is appropriate for students who are just beginning to prepare as well as for those who took our winter course. The comprehensive curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation to master the SHSAT. We go beyond the introduction to the material and zero in on the most challenging content, providing students with repeated opportunities to practice every question type on the test. Students will learn strategies for breaking down complex word problems, identifying answer traps, and managing their time. With a lot of practice and skill-building, we help students learn how to approach this complicated exam and maximize their scores. 

COURSE INCLUDES

  • 26 hours of instructional time

  • 3 proctored practice tests + detailed score reports

  • Homework and extra practice assigned between sessions

  • Summer Practice Packet

Our Comprehensive course includes 3 practice tests (we will provide the practice dates in the detailed welcome email you will receive prior to beginning the course). Students will have the option to take a proctored practice test at the Workshop, or to take the practice test at home. We will provide students with detailed score reports for each practice test, homework after each class, as well as a summer packet with extra practice and resources so that students may continue prep independently during the summer between the spring and fall semesters.


SHSAT Spring Test Prep Course

Dates: Week of April 29th - Week of June 10th, 2024 (7 Weeks)

Grades: 7th Graders

Location: 321 Court Street, Brooklyn NY

Cost: $770 + Materials Fee

Days/Times:

Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30p (Online)

Thursdays from 5:30-7:30p (In Person) Waitlist

The Spring SHSAT Prep course is seven sessions and provides an in-depth overview of the math, verbal, and grammar content tested on the SHSAT. Students will learn strategies specific to each section of the test, and will practice every question type to master the skills and content needed to succeed on the SHSAT. This course is appropriate for students who are just beginning to prepare as well as for those who took our winter course.

Our Spring SHSAT prep course is ideal for students who are planning to transition to private tutoring in the summer or fall. 

We begin the course with a diagnostic mini-diagnostic for both the math and verbal sections of the test (the mini-assessment is for instructional use only, we do not provide score reports). Once we have scored the tests, we will structure each class according to the needs of the group. Homework is assigned after each lesson to make use of the students' time outside of class, and to allow students the opportunity to practice the strategies and skills that they have learned in class. At the conclusion of the course, we offer a practice test and will return a detailed score report so that families may use the results to determine next steps in their student’s prep process.

COURSE INCLUDES

  • 14 hours of instructional time (2-hours, 1x per week)

  • 1 proctored practice test + detailed score report

  • Homework and extra practice assigned between sessions

  • Summer Practice Packet


SUMMER SEMESTER - 8th Grade in 2024/2025


SHSAT Summer Intensive Workshops - Summer 2024

Grade: Rising 8th Graders

Dates: Week of July 8th, Week of July 15th, Week of August 5th, Week of August 12th*

*The Summer Intensive 5-day workshop is offered four different times throughout the summer. Choose the ONE week that works best with your child’s schedule. We do not recommend registering for multiple weeks, as the curriculum is the same each week.

Time: 10:00am-1:00pm

Location: 321 Court Street, Brooklyn NY 11231

Cost: $825 + Materials Fee

Avoid the Summer Slide! We are offering small group workshop sessions to ensure that the SHSAT skills and strategies stay at the forefront of students’ minds during the summer months. The Summer Intensive 5-day Workshop is built upon the foundations of the Winter & Spring courses, but is certainly appropriate for newcomers as well.

Because of the small group size, we can individualize the instruction and bring new students up to speed as needed. During each session, the instructor will work with students to master content, refresh their test-taking skill strategies, and practice every question type. The instructor will quickly identify and address any instructional gaps and use assessment data to prioritize teaching efforts quickly. The instructor is a gifted, seasoned teacher who will be able to differentiate the instruction to provide personalized attention for each student. At the conclusion of the week, we offer a practice test and will return a detailed score report so that families may use the results to determine next steps in their student’s prep process.

COURSE INCLUDES

  • 15 hours of instructional time

  • 1 proctored practice test + detailed score report

  • Homework and extra practice assigned between sessions


SHSAT Online Summer Bridge Course - Summer 2024

Grade: Rising 8th Graders

Dates: July 10th-August 21st, 2024

Day/Time: Wednesdays from 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm (Online)

Location: ONLINE

Cost: $770 + Materials Fee

Avoid the Summer Slide! We are offering a Summer Bridge course to ensure that the SHSAT skills and strategies stay at the forefront of students’ minds during the summer months.

This course will review all aspects of the exam and provide repeated practice and exposure to every question type on the test, as well as reinforce key SHSAT test-taking strategies. A slightly condensed version of our Summer Intensive course, the Summer Bridge class is an excellent way to maintain skills over the summer and arrive back in the fall confident and prepared. 

At the conclusion of the course, we offer a proctored practice test and will return a detailed score report so that families may use the results to determine next steps in their student’s prep process.

NOTE: It is not recommended to register your student for both the Summer Intensive course and Summer Bridge course, as the curriculum is very similar.

COURSE INCLUDES

  • 14 hours of instructional time

  • 1 proctored practice test + detailed score report

  • Homework and extra practice assigned between sessions


FALL SEMESTER - 8th Grade in 2024/2025


SHSAT Fall Final Countdown Course

Dates: Week of September 8th - Week of October 13th, 2024 (6 Weeks)

Grades: 8th Graders

Location: 321 Court Street, Brooklyn NY 11231

Cost: $660 + Materials Fee

Days/Times:

Wednesdays (ONLINE) from 5:30 - 7:30pm

Thursdays from 5:30 - 7:30pm

The fall SHSAT course is the final push to make sure all students are ready for the test. We will review all of the material, and practice, practice, practice. We accommodate all levels, and teachers work hard to differentiate and individualize instruction. In this session, we continue beyond the introduction to the material and really zero in on the most important content, and hone the students' individual strategies for mastering each type of question. Repetition, lots of practice and confidence building continue to be essential to feeling positive as the test approaches.

COURSE INCLUDES

  • 12 hours of instructional time (2-hours, 1x per week)

  • 2 proctored practice tests + detailed score reports

  • Homework and extra practice assigned between sessions


CLASS CANCELLATION POLICY

Because our practice classes fill up quickly, we have the following cancellation policies in place:

1) If you notify us a month before the class begins, you can apply for a 100% credit on your account for a future enrollment, or a 75% refund.

2) If you notify us up to two weeks before the class begins, you may receive a 100% credit on your account for a future registration, or 50% refund.

3) We cannot make adjustments or offer credits within two weeks of the class start date

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