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ACT/SAT Preparation

ACT Test Practice

THE ACT TEST FOR STUDENTS

The ACT is one of the leading U.S. college admissions test measuring what students learn in high school to determine their academic readiness for college.

To register for the ACT exam visit www.act.org.

The ACT exam will be administered during the school day on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 and April 2, 2019.

Test Instructions:
Fee waivers CANNOT be used to register for this test. Students will use the RevTrak system to pay on the galenaparkisd.com website.   The following link may be used to register for the test https://galenaparkisd.revtrak.net/-web-store-home/High-Schools/.    Once students have paid, he/she will be registered for the school day test. 

***NOTE: Dual credit students--if you choose to take the test during the school day administration, you will be absent from your college class.  Students are only allowed 3 total absences, so be wise in your decision.

If you have any questions about these tests, do not hesitate to contact the Counselor or Academic Advisor.

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  • ACT Academy
  • ACT Kaplan Online Prep Live
    An interactive test prep offering with live instruction from the makers of the ACT and Kaplan that provide personalized learning paths.
  • ACT Online Prep™
    An interactive test prep offering from the makers of the ACT that provides personalized learning paths.
  • The Official ACT Prep Guide
    The Official ACT Prep Guide includes three practice tests, explanations for all correct and incorrect answer choices, and test-taking strategies for each test section.
  • ACT Question of the Day
    Each day ACT will post a new ACT Test practice question.–FREE
  • Preparing for the ACT (PDF; 64 pages) or Preparación para el examen de ACT (PDF; 72 pages)–FREE 
    A free student preparation booklet available from most high schools and colleges—includes test information, complete practice tests with scoring keys, and a writing prompt with sample essays.
  • Practice test questions–FREE
  • Test tips–FREE
  • Test descriptions–FREE

2018-2019 ACT/SAT Testing Dates 

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What's a Good ACT score? 

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SAT Test Practice

Created by the College Board, the SAT is an entrance exam used by colleges and universities to make admissions decisions. 

To register for the SAT visit www.collegeboard.org.

SAT Practice On Khan Academy
The best way to practice for the SAT is now free and personalized for everyone.
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Daily Practice App
Get daily SAT practice questions and score practice tests instantly.
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SAT Practice Tests
Take an official SAT practice test on paper to simulate test day.
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Understanding your SAT Score Report - Watch this short video on interpreting your SAT score
What's a Good SAT score?  
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ACT vs. SAT -
​Use this link to complete a survey to find out which is best for you: www.kaptest.com/inside-the-tests/act-vs-sat

Differences between SAT and ACT

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  • Home
  • DUAL CREDIT
  • APPLYING TO COLLEGE
  • MECA (Modified Early College Academy)
  • ACT/SAT PREPARATION
  • TSIA - TEXAS SUCCESS INITIATIVE ASSESSMENT
  • ADVANCED PLACEMENT
  • CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE)
  • MILITARY
  • FUTURE COLLEGE ATHLETES
  • Calendar of Events
  • TEXAS VIRTUAL SCHOOL NETWORK
  • COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS STANDARDS
  • SCHOLARSHIPS
  • SUMMER 2019 PROGRAMS
  • Other Resources
  • CONTACT