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LAS Test Prep + Mental Health

LAS is serious about mental health! So, it prioritizes personal and academic goals in its test prep plans. At a time that is filled with complex demands, test anxiety is cited by students as one of the top reasons for contacting LAS. As such, LAS prioritizes personal and academic goals by incorporating self-reflective practices and mindfulness training into its test prep plans.

LAS Test Prep services include one-on-one coaching, hybrid test prep groups, and crash courses. LAS prepares students for high-stakes exams with test prep services that align with national test dates. Following an initial consultation, LAS designs individual education plans with exam content, self-reflective strategies, and measurable goals. LAS Test Prep teaches students to deepen their knowledge, strengthen their test-taking skills, and enhance their achievement outcomes, all within an adaptive framework for lifelong learning.

LAS offers three test prep options. Click here to discuss which one is right for your student.

Option 1 – The LAS Crash Course, designed for students with limited study time, begins two weeks before a national test date. The Crash Course combines one small-group meeting with one-on-one test prep sessions.

Option 2 – The LAS Hybrid Test Prep Group, meets twice weekly for high-stakes exam prep. It begins 12-16 weeks before a national test date. The Hybrid Group combines weekly small-group meetings with weekly one-on-one test prep sessions. The group meetings focus on each test section (content and test-taking skills) and the one-on-one test prep sessions provide individualized structure, support, and accountability.

Option 3 – One-on-one Test Prep Coaching provides individualized structure, support, and accountability for high-stakes exam prep. One-on-one sessions begin 12-16 weeks before a national test date (and earlier if needed).

LAS Test Prep Services begin with an initial consultation and include the following:

An individualized plan with clear learning objectives, measurable goals, and daily workflow for test preparation.
Written instructions for pre-and post-testing and error analysis.
LAS Planner/Tracker for test prep schedule and progress tracking.
Executive functioning support and differentiated instruction.

Contact LAS for registration information.

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What We Do

SAT

LAS prepares you for the content and test-taking skills needed for SAT college admissions test.

ACT

LAS prepares you for the content and test-taking skills needed for ACT college admissions test.

SSAT

LAS prepares you for the ISEE and admissions to independent schools.

ISEE

LAS prepares you for the ISEE and admissions to independent high schools.

PSAT

LAS prepares you for the PSAT and National Merit Scholarship.

Subject Tests

LAS prepares you for the content and test-taking skills needed for class placement in college.

AP Exams

LAS prepares you for the content and test-taking skills needed to determine proficiency and class placement in college.

Develop an individualized test prep strategy and increase your standardized test scores with Loren Academic Services!

The LAS Difference

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Initial Consultation

LAS services begin with an initial consultation. This is the first step in developing an individual education plan. It is used to clarify learning objectives and measurable goals. It provides an opportunity to discuss academic experiences, expectations, test-taking skills, and more.

The initial consultation is a crucial starting point for academic and professional development. It prioritizes time for questions and answers and provides an opportunity to cultivate a working alliance. Following the initial consultation, LAS writes an individual education plan with instructions for daily workflow and progress tracking.
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Pretesting and Error Analysis

Pretesting and error analysis are the first steps in LAS Test Prep Plans for standardized and classroom tests. The pretest establishes a baseline score from which to measure progress during test preparation while the error analysis is used to clarify content knowledge, test-taking skills, and areas for opportunity.

LAS Test Prep Plans combine achievement information with self-reflective strategies. In combination with the exam content outline, they are used to prioritize study goals, verify timelines, and determine test readiness.
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LAS Test Prep

LAS Test Prep emphasizes learning and achieving in sustainable ways, particularly for high-stakes standardized tests. That’s why LAS prioritizes academic and personal goals in its test prep plans.

LAS test prep goals go beyond deepening content knowledge and strengthening test-taking skills. They emphasize recall practice, spaced repetition, achievement goals, and personal well-being. They incorporate time to self-reflect and modify habits of mind.

Success Stories

Through my 4 months of preparing for this exam no one has been more helpful than you guys whether it had to do with studying tips, technical support or any other questions.

Crystal K.

Loved your test prep and personalized guidance! Made test prep and succeeding so tangible and accessible. Literally changed my life and boosted my confidence.

Chrissy K.

FAQs

Great question! LAS metrics show similar achievement outcomes when comparing One-on-One Coaching and Hybrid Test Prep Groups. LAS students and residents report feeling more motivated and socially connected in the Hybrid Test Prep Groups, which combine weekly group meetings with weekly one-on-one coaching. Maximum support with greater accountability! Give us a call and we can discuss a plan that is right for you.

The cost of test prep services depends on the test prep plan you choose! Give us a call and we’ll talk through pricing and work with you to determine the right fit for your budget.

Every student is different. On average, LAS students achieve 2-4 standard deviations above their pretest scores and sometimes, quite a bit higher than that.

LAS Test Prep incorporates achievement goals, error analyses, and progress tracking. Weekly coaching sessions include one-on-one feedback based on achievement scores and self-reflective practices, so you will always know how the test prep is working.