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East Leyden SAT Info Presentation

For students and parents

Why do I need to take the SAT?

• Illinois state requirement for all grade 11 students
• College entrance exam accepted by colleges/universities
• Assessment of skills you have developed in high school

SAT TEST DATE: TUESDAY, APRIL 10

Do I need to go to college?

• 65% jobs will require postsecondary

education by 2020

• STEM, Healthcare Professions,

Healthcare Support, and Community Services will require high levels of post-secondary education

• Employers seek cognitive skills over

physical skills

• Fewer jobs available for HS grads

Center on Education and the Workforce, 2018

What skills do I need?

What skills does the SAT emphasize?

PSAT/SAT Benchmark Scores

Student Report

PSAT Student Report Details

What can you expect on the SAT?

• No penalty for guessing
• Everyday words that you’ll come across in

college classes

• Essential math necessary for no matter what

major or career you choose

What can you expect on the SAT?

• Reading Test

○ Command of Evidence ○ Words in Context ○ Analysis in History/Social Studies and Science

• Writing and Language Test

○ Command of Evidence ○ Words in Context ○ Analysis in History/Social Studies and Science ○ Expression of Ideas ○ Standard English Conventions

• Math Test

○ Fluency ○ Conceptual Understanding ○ Applications ○ Calculator and No-Calculator Sections

• SAT Essay

○ Read a passage ○ Explain how author builds an argument to persuade an audience ○ Support explanation with evidence from the passage

SAT Scores and Subscores

41 Math Skills

• Linear function word problems
• Linear inequality word problems
• Interpreting linear functions
• Linear equation word problems
• Graphing linear equations
• Solving linear equations and linear inequalities
• Solving systems of linear equations
• Systems of linear equations word problems
• Systems of linear inequalities word problems
• Table data
• Center, spread, and shape of distributions
• Data collection and conclusions
• Ratios, rates, and proportions
• Linear and exponential growth
• Units
• Scatterplots
• Percents
• Key features of graphs
• Data inferences
• Operations with rational expressions
• Isolating quantities
• Polynomial factors and graphs
• Solving quadratic equations
• Quadratic and exponential word problems
• Function notation
• Structure in expressions
• Radicals and rational exponents
• Manipulating quadratic and exponential

expressions

• Interpreting nonlinear expressions
• Linear and quadratic systems
• Nonlinear equation graphs
• Radical and rational equations
• Operations with polynomials
• Complex numbers
• Circle theorems
• Congruence and similarity
• Volume word problems
• Right triangle trigonometry
• Circle equations
• Right triangle word problems
• Angles, arc lengths, and trig functions

28 Reading and Writing Skills

• Reading: Science
• Writing: Argument
• Writing: Informative
• Reading: Social Studies
• Reading: History
• Writing: Narrative
• Reading: Literature
• Effective language use: Style and tone
• Effective language use: Precision and concision
• Grammar: Within-sentence punctuation
• Effective language use: Syntax
• Grammar: End-of-sentence punctuation
• Grammar: Pronoun agreement
• Grammar: Possessive pronouns
• Grammar: Conventional expression
• Grammar: Noun agreement
• Grammar: Logical comparison
• Grammar: Subordination and coordination
• Grammar: Frequently confused words
• Grammar: Pronoun clarity
• Grammar: Subject-verb agreement
• Grammar: Shifts in verb, tense, and mood
• Grammar: Sentence boundaries
• Grammar: Parallel structure
• Grammar: Nonrestrictive and parenthetical

elements

• Grammar: Possessive determiners
• Grammar: Items in a series
• Grammar: Modifier placement

Official SAT Practice

• n Khan Academy
• Personalized plan tailored to your strengths and weaknesses
• 1000s of practice questions, hints, and step-by-step video

lessons

• 8 official full-length practice tests
• Receive instant feedback & recommendations
• Set a personalized practice schedule
• Review expert tips and strategies for the test
• Practice on your cell phones

Parents can track child’s progress too!

• Parents can sign up for Khan Academy and use coach

tools in the same way as teachers.

• To view your children’s progress, visit your Coach

Dashboard

• Create a class and add your child(ren)
• Follow along with the practice and access related helpful

content in the same way a teacher can

• Overview of using Official SAT Practice for parents

SAT Practice Kickoff Week - Jan 22-26

• Link your College Board and Khan Academy accounts
• Practice skills where you need the most work
• Earn prizes and incentives as you work toward 20+ hours
• f practice
• College Board will award districts with the highest % of

linked accounts!

How to join East Leyden’s free SAT practice

• Sign up/log in at khanacademy.org
• Visit the “Coaches” tab in your profile
• In the “Add a coach” field, enter the class code:

9HJ7PBRR

• You’re set! Now click Home to start learning!

East Leyden Khan Academy SAT Practice Incentives

Javaccino bucks! Student caf coupons! McDonald’s gift cards! PROM TICKETS! Leyden swag!

Resources

• Accessing your PSAT/NMSQT Score Report
• Linking Your College Board and Khan Academy Accounts
• Students talking about the importance of SAT practice

Get Help Improving Your Score - SAT Prep

• 8 Total Weeks
• 6 Weeks of Instruction by Leyden Instructors
• 3 Full Practice Tests

The class is $50, but if you complete your Khan Practice you will receive a $25 refund. Registration Ends This Friday January 26th