Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Saint Peter's Prep - Fall 2024 Practice Tests

St. Peter’s Prep and Compass Education have partnered to offer the brand new Digital Adaptive PSAT and SAT at no cost. This new test (learn all about it here) mimics the computer-based test — question type, content, timing, duration, and adaptive structure.

In addition, an at-home, computer-proctored ACT practice test is being offered; this test matches the current paper/pencil, linear version of the test.

The test results are invaluable in helping St. Peter’s Prep college counselors and Compass directors craft the ideal testing and tutoring plan for each student. **One test of each type per student.**

DATE & TIME

At-home, digital adaptive SAT – available anytime May 25
At-home, digital adaptive PSAT – available anytime June 8
At-home, digital adaptive PSAT – available anytime June 15
At-home, digital adaptive PSAT – available anytime September 28
At-home, digital adaptive SAT – available anytime October 19
At-home, digital adaptive SAT- available anytime November 16
At-home, computer-proctored, ACT practice test (linear, mirrors paper/pencil version) – available anytime December 1

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The registration deadline each week is Thursday. By Friday, we will send you a detailed confirmation email; the link to take the test will be included; you can take the test anytime during the open testing window.

Monday, May 13, 2024

Fall 2024 SAT Registration is OPEN!

SAT Registration for the 2024–25 School Year is Open!

At Compass, we advise our clients to register for exams as soon as possible. Given the capacity constraints in some regions, we also want to alert our college counseling colleagues that SAT Registration through the June 2025 test date has opened. This is the earliest that College Board has accepted registrations.

There is already very limited availability in certain locations. We recommend you encourage your students to act now as sites are expected to fill up quickly.

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

ATTN: Juniors & Sophomores RE: HBCUs

Current Juniors, Sophomores, and their families are invited to an informational webinar on Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) that will take place on Zoom at 6:00 PM on the evening of Tuesday, May 14th, 2024.

The webinar will be co-hosted by Lycée Français de New York's Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging, Dr. Angela Gittens, and its Director of College Counseling, Mikael Perreau. Joining Angela and Mikael will be representatives from three HBCUs, and they hope to also have the participation of at least one student currently enrolled at an HBCU.

The webinar will cover the origin and history of HBCUs, the current landscape of HBCU admissions, the benefits of applying to & attending an HBCU, and a quick look at the particular characteristics of the universities represented by our three panelists. At the end of the presentation, there will be ample time provided for Q&A.

Please click here to register and receive a calendar invite, Zoom link, and password for the webinar.

Friday, May 3, 2024

The University of Scranton Cyber-AI Investigation Camp

We have an exciting opportunity for you to share with your students! This summer our students are invited to a three-day Cyber-AI Investigation Camp July 9-11, hosted by the University of Scranton! This is an opportunity for high school students (rising 10th-12th graders) to enjoy an exciting exploration in cybersecurity and cyber investigation experience in the AI age.

The Cyber-AI Investigation Camp will focus on increasing student interest in cybercrime investigation by teaching cybersecurity knowledge, safe online behavior, and cyber forensics investigation. Camp participants will engage in hands-on explorations of the many aspects of cybersecurity including foundations of cybersecurity, cyber law, ethical hacking, AI, and digital forensics investigation techniques.

The cost for the 3-day camp is $399. On-campus dormitories and meals are available from the evening of July 8 through July 11, for an additional fee.

Camp participants will explore the world of cyber investigation with experts in the field through fun, real-world learning experiences enhanced by teacher-student interaction. Camp activities include hands-on exercises, interactive lectures, games, and career exploration.

A typical camp day starts at 9 am and ends at 3 pm. On the 3rd day of the camp, students will participate in a cybercrime investigation competition. This competition will be held as a team competition in the University’s Cyber-Forensics and Cybersecurity lab.

Students can register for our Cyber-AI Investigation Camp here!

We encourage you to share this email with your students so that they can begin signing up as soon as possible! If you have any questions, please reach out to Dr. Michael Jenkins at michael.jenkins@scranton.edu.

Sincerely,
Joseph M. Roback
Associate Vice President
Admissions and Enrollment

Thursday, May 2, 2024

College Prep Workshops This July at UMass Amherst

Limited Spaces Available - Registration Deadline June 18th, 2024

Learn More & Register

College Application Essay Writing Workshop

How to write an unforgettable college essay that reflects you

Section 1: July 9 - 18, 2024 / Section 2: July 8 - 17, 2024

Did you know the college essay can be the most important part of the application process? This online workshop for high school students is focused on developing the skills needed to write a successful college application essay, from first draft to final product.

Meets live, online: Section 1 July 9 - 18, Tues/Thurs 4:30 - 6pm | Section 2 July 8 - 17, Mon/Wed 1:00 - 2:30pm
Total of 4 sessions over 2 weeks
Non-credit
Cost: $400
Registration open until June 18th or until full

Note: Enrollment for this workshop is limited to give time for personalized attention.
Questions? Email precollege@umass.edu.

Learn More & Register

SAT & ACT Test Prep Workshop

Build confidence, practice skills and be test ready

July 9 - 18, 2024

This online workshop is geared towards high school students to learn strategies for success and build confidence to perform their best on the SAT and ACT. Series of four sessions is led by bestselling, in-demand test-prep author Brian Leaf.

Meets live, online: Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 - 6:00pm (EDT)
Total of 4 sessions over 2 weeks
Non-credit
Cost: $400
Registration open until June 18th or until full

Note: Enrollment for this workshop is limited to give time for personalized attention.
Questions? Email precollege@umass.edu.

Learn More & Register

Exploring College Options - Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, Stanford

EXPLORING COLLEGE OPTIONS

STUDENTS

Programs | FAQs

Exploring College Options is a special informational program sponsored by the undergraduate admissions offices of five of the country's leading universities: Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University.

Representatives from each university will present information about their institution, discuss the application process, and answer questions on how to put together a strong and reflective application. Each program will end with breakout sessions where representatives will answer questions about their specific school and the application process. We are offering both in-person and virtual programs, with each program featuring the same content.

IN-PERSON PROGRAMS

Click on the links below to register and read more information about each event. Space is limited, so register as soon as possible. Student programs are held in the evenings.

Arizona
Phoenix | Tuesday, May 14, 2024