Rocky Hill Country Day School and Compass Education Group are providing an ACT practice test opportunity at no cost. This test is the classic ACT format: the science test is required and included in the Composite score.
In addition to the ACT, students will have the option to try a practice test for the Digital Adaptive PSAT and SAT. This test (learn all about it here) mimics the computer-based test — question type, content, timing, duration, and adaptive structure.
The highly detailed reporting (see sample here) that you and the counseling office will receive is invaluable in helping each student craft their ideal testing plan.
DATE & TIME
- ACT, PSAT, SAT tests are available for you to self-administer through our online testing platform anytime from April 1-30 (2025)
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 and you can take the test anytime during the open testing window.
Navigating College Admission Tests
A PRESENTATION FOR ROCKY HILL COUNTRY DAY FAMILIES
DATE & TIME
Friday, September 1st, 2023 — 11:00 AM (EDT)
DESCRIPTION
This presentation is hosted by the college counseling office and attendance is highly recommended. The information that will be shared is educational and the event is not a solicitation for the presenter’s services. Please join other RHCDS families for a thoughtful and pragmatic discussion of college admission testing that will be useful to students and parents alike.
Learn what you need to know about the following and more:
- How to respond to the flexibility afforded by test-optional policies
- Best way to approach the SAT vs ACT decision
- Understanding the new digital, adaptive PSAT and SAT
- Debunking the most pervasive myths about testing
- Finding the optimal timeline for your testing and test prep
- Scope of test prep and expectations for improvement
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dulcie graduated with BAs in Physics and Geology from Pomona College and her PhD in Geophysics from Stanford. Dulcie started at Compass as a tutor and now uses her experience to help students and families navigate the admissions testing landscape in her role as senior director. In her spare time, Dulcie likes to read all sorts of fantasy and play with her two badly behaved cats.
Consultation
Email classes@compassprep.com for group instruction questions. If you are interested in 1-1 tutoring or would like to review the results from a school-partnership practice test, please book an appointment using the form below.
Schedule a consultation with a Compass Director
The members of our management team are leading experts in the field of admission testing. They personally lead every aspect of each student’s experience with Compass, including program recommendations, tutor selection, and ongoing guidance. We welcome you to schedule a call with us to review your student’s practice test results and collaborate on a strategy for how best to proceed.
The Compass Resource Center
Download the latest version of…
The Compass Guide to College Admission Testing
…in our comprehensive Resource Center. Get answers to the most important questions, including:
- How competitive are your test scores?
- What is the most effective calendar for testing?
- How do the SAT and ACT compare?
- What are the implications of ‘test optional’ policies?
- How do you interpret PSAT scores?
- What do I need to know about the digital SAT and the new ACT?
