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7 Detroit-area high schools to participate in Kaplan’s college admissions prep program
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Carina Wong, carina.wong@kaplan.com, 212.453.7571
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New York, NY (November 6, 2012) – Kaplan K12 Learning Services has partnered with the United Way for Southeastern Michigan to help prepare over 4,000 students in seven Detroit–area high schools for the ACT exam and college admissions process.
These “turnaround schools,” where significant investment is being made to increase graduation rates and college attendance, are part of the United Way for Southeastern Michigan’s Turnaround Initiative and include:
“Through this partnership with the United Way for Southeastern Michigan, we will provide access to high-quality college readiness programs to open more doors and opportunities for students across the Detroit area,” said Kathy Nordmeyer, executive director of Kaplan K12 Learning Services. “We share a common mission of improving the success of underserved students, which is fundamental to our nation’s economic and social success. We look forward to working closely with the United Way for Southeastern Michigan and the schools’ parents, teachers and administrations, as they prepare their students for college.”
Through the partnership, Kaplan will teach ACT classes to all juniors, and provide sophomores and juniors with access to ACT On Demand, the company’s award-winning interactive online program that students can access 24/7. Both programs offer personalized instruction, multiple practice tests and a host of materials to prepare students for the critical college admissions exam. Additionally, Kaplan will offer its College 101 workshop to parents of juniors where they can learn the key elements of the admissions process. The elements include the importance of standardized exams like the ACT and SAT, how to navigate the financial aid process, and how parents can help their children write compelling personal essays. Kaplan will provide professional development workshops and ACT foundational coaching for 10th grade teachers at East Detroit High School.
“Improving ACT scores is a key priority in our schools as they prepare kids for college,” said Michael Tenbusch, vice president of educational preparedness at the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. “Our partnership with Kaplan K12 Learning Services has demonstrated that with a systemized approach and discipline, these scores can and do improve.”
About Kaplan K12 Learning Services
Kaplan K12 Learning Services (www.kaplank12.com), a unit of Kaplan Test Prep (www.kaptest.com), partners with schools to measurably propel student achievement and accelerate college readiness. Kaplan K12 offers state test readiness programs to help students meet and exceed state standards, and college preparation solutions that support students as they prepare for college entrance exams and the admissions process. Its solutions also provide teachers with robust Kaplan K12 resources and professional development support to impact achievement in their classrooms. Kaplan Test Prep is a division of Kaplan Inc. (www.kaplan.com), a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO).
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Kaplan Test Prep Provides Study Strategies for Those Extra Two Weeks Students Didn’t Expect…Or Even Want – Don’t Agonize, Organize!
Available for Interview: Kaplan Test Prep SAT Expert
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New York, NY (November 2, 2012) – After months of diligent SAT prep and the test administration scheduled for Saturday, the bliss of a test-free-study-free life which Saturday afternoon offered had been burning on test-takers minds. Then came Hurricane Sandy. This past week, we’ve all witnessed the storm’s devastating impact, and at Kaplan Test Prep, our thoughts are with all those who have been personally affected – many of whom include our own students, colleagues, friends and family.
As those impacted by the storm struggle with its aftermath, the last thing they need to worry about is being in SAT limbo – but with yesterday’s announcement by the College Board postponing Saturday’s SAT citywide, it’s the state in which 20,000 students in New York City alone find themselves. For many who were prepared to put the test behind them on Saturday, the prospect of another two weeks of waiting may induce second-guessing panic and anxiety.
The following is some guidance and reassurance from the test prep experts on how SAT takers can leverage the next two weeks to hone their skills, improve their mental state and optimize performance for November test reschedule:
The Next Two Weeks:
The Night Before:
Above all, don’t stress! You’ve been prepping for months – you’re ready. The next two weeks simply allow you a little more time to improve even more. And since colleges have extended their application deadlines so that seniors taking the exam don’t miss out, that’s one less thing to be concerned about. For more information and resources visit http://www.kaptest.com/college.
*SAT is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.
About Kaplan Test Prep
Kaplan Test Prep (www.kaptest.com) is a premier provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses. Established in 1938, Kaplan is the world leader in the test prep industry. With a comprehensive menu of online offerings as well as a complete array of print books and digital products, Kaplan offers preparation for more than 90 standardized tests, including entrance exams for secondary school, college and graduate school, as well as professional licensing exams for attorneys, physicians and nurses. Kaplan also provides private tutoring and graduate admissions consulting services.
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