SAT Reading Prep – Summer

    $157.07

    “I’ve taught loads of SAT classes in a few Bay Area cities devoted to after school programs and top scores (with lots of English language learners and native speakers too). I also do tons of private tutoring. Back in high school, I was such a bookworm that I had lots of understanding of reading and did quite well without training, but now I’ve gotten lots of practice in raising all the skills.” ~Prof. Valerie

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    Colorful books on a white book shelf for SAT Reading course at Athena's Advanced Academy
    InstructorProf. Valerie Frankel
    Content LevelsGrades 9-10 • Lower High School
    Grades 11-12 • Upper High School
    Course Length8 weeks
    Live Webinars Held OnTuesdays, 2:00 - 2:50 PM Pacific - See below for webinar dates
    Additional ComponentsAsynchronous Option

    The SAT Reading test has removed the vocabulary and now focuses on really understanding short passages in several categories. Some are from famous literature (often with archaic language) while others are more modern articles on science, culture, and everything else. They’ve also mixed in the grammar and language.

    We’ll learn how to do closer analysis of passages and practice practice practice, until we can answer the questions with precision and confidence. We’ll throw in some shortcuts to skimming, vocabulary, grammar, and other related skills. (This will improve reading, writing, and school skills too!)

    Course Webinar Dates:

    • May 27th
    • June 3rd
    • June 10th
    • June 17th
    • June 24th
    • July 1st
    • July 8th
    • July 15th

    Taught by Prof. Valerie Frankel

    What to expect in the Required section in the classroom each week:

    • Assignments to do weekly SAT Reading tests out of our class book
    • Additional short assignments as needed

    What to expect in the Highly Suggested & Optional sections in the classroom each week:

    • Supplemental reading
    • Curated resources, including websites & videos, are provided to excite learners and to add depth to the subject matter.
    • Additional lessons and resources to help students get more out of the lessons and read with more depth.

    What to expect during the weekly webinar:

    • Weekly webinars are 50 minutes long. Webinars are recorded and are available for students with schedule conflicts.
    • In-class solving of problems and going over homework questions as well as lessons on analysis and critical reading and skimming skills.
    • Active Participation (via the microphone and chat) is encouraged in online class discussions and also during lectures.

    Before taking this course, students should be able to: 

    • Read at a solid 8th-grade level or above.
    • Type fluently.
    • Write a paragraph independently.

    Students should be willing to:

    • Do an SAT Reading section for homework each week.
    • Actively participate (via the microphone) in the class discussion.
    • Encourage class discussion by adding their questions/ideas in the chat window during the webinar.
    • Respond with positive and encouraging comments on their classmates’ posts in the classroom forums.

    Required books & materials:

    • Princeton Review Digital SAT Prep, 2025 – ISBN 978-0593517529