Testing Information

Recommended Timeline for Assessments:

Sophomores: PSAT, Practice ACT (see "Test Prep Resources" below for more information on Practice/Mock opportunities)
Juniors: PSAT and SAT, and ACT (Students interested in participating in the National Merit Scholarship Program must take the PSAT in the 11th grade. Visit the National Merit website for more information.)
Seniors: SAT and/or ACT (take last exams by December for college consideration!)

FREE Resources for SAT/ACT test preparation:

Go on to College Board for FREE practice tests!
Come by the CCC to check out FREE test preparation books. ACT, SAT, AP and Subject Tests.
Did you miss the Revolution Prep free webinar PSAT: Now what? This covers the steps to create a testing timeline, and break down the differences between the SAT and the ACT. Watch online at the link below:
PSAT: Now What?
Free Educational Resource for Mira Costa Parents - https://www.revolutionprep.com/webinars/
C2 Education has a wide variety of webinars available online- from writing college essays to preparing for upcoming exams! Explore and register here - https://events-na3.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/1027159351/en/events/catalog.html?folder-id=1130639370

Chegg Test Prep FREE online resources:

- Top 50 Strategies for taking the ACT - http://www.chegg.com/test-prep/tips-and-tricks/act/act-general/top-50-strategies-for-act-test-day

- SAT Test Prep: http://www.chegg.com/test-prep/sat

- ACT Test Prep: http://www.chegg.com/test-prep/act

ACT - Test Prep Preview.com: https://www.testprepreview.com/act_practice.htm

Khan Academy FREE online resources: https://www.khanacademy.org

StudyBlue online flashcard may help students learn faster and improve outcomes. Flashcards have long been an effective tool for learning and now that StudyBlue is FREE, students can easily create, share and study flashcards for any subject without a monthly subscription. You can learn more about us here: http://www.studyblue.com/

Local Options for Test Prep (Check back regularly for updates!)

Air Tutors

www.airtutors.org

Contact: Hasan Ali at hasan@airtutors.org or 800-211-1986

Our tutoring experience promotes engagement that solidifies comprehension for our students. We prepare our students on REAL ACT/SAT tests, build their academic fundamentals, and then teach them the tips and tricks to succeed on each exam. We provide families an amazing level of support to quell any anxieties throughout their student's academic journey. Our tutors have wonderful personalities that build productive connections with their students to make test prep and academic tutoring fun! Please see flyer attached below.

Blue Train - Test Prep and Tutoring Services

www.bluetraincollegeprep.com

Call: 310-376-0135

Email: office@bluetraincollegeprep.com

Catalyst Test Prep: www.CatalystPrep.com

Compass Prep: www.compassprep.com

Compass offers complimentary proctored practice tests for students in Southern California. Locations include the Manhattan Beach Library, Peninsula Center Library, and in Beverly Hills at the Compass Office. Please see details at https://downloads.compassprep.com/socal-practice-test-flyer.pdf or call 800-925-1250.

Kaplan Practice Tests: www.kaptest.com

LA Tutors: www.latutors123.com

Free full-length SAT or ACT practice tests offered.

PJ's Test Prep- www.pjtestprep.com

Free SAT/ACT Practice Tests and Seminar; Free College Essay and Personal Statement Seminar. PJ's will continue to offer free tests via Zoom until it's safe to get back in the classroom. For test dates, registration, and to reserve a spot please see details attached at the bottom of this page or go to: www.pjtestprep.com/rsvp,

Princeton Review- Free Tests and Webinar Sessions- Princeton review is offering online practice tests as well as information sessions on various college related topics. https://www.princetonreview.com/

Revolution Prep - Revolution Prep is offering practice college admissions exams while remaining safely at home. A proctored practice exam is the best way to get a real-time snapshot of testing performance in order to create a testing plan and timeline. www.revolutionprep.com

Revolution Prep is offering $200 Gift Cards for Mira Costa Families -Mira Costa families can get their digital gift cards easily by going to https://www.revolutionprep.com/partners/61/ before June 30th. Families will have the option to activate the digital gift card and apply it to various programs, including academic tutoring or test preparation. Please see flyer below.

Study Hut Tutoring: www.studyhut.com

Sylvan of Hermosa Beach: https://locations.sylvanlearning.com/us/hermosa-beach-ca. Tutoring and Test Prep classes are available. 310-341-3137. Free Second Saturday SAT day- in the center every month. Call Sylvan of Hermosa Beach's center or go to their website to schedule a free SAT or ACT Diagnostic (practice test) and consultation.

Air Tutors