Sessions
Students typically meet for 50–55 minutes, at the same day and time each week.
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Commitment
CTG does not require a fixed number of sessions. The family decides when to suspend tutoring.
Format
Donna and Dr. Ben offer in-person tutoring; Zoom may also be appropriate. Joyce, James and April tutor virtually.
Practice
CTG teaches strategies and skills, assigns weekly practice, and emphasizes analysis of mistakes.
Materials
For SAT preparation, CTG uses College Board materials and its Khan Academy affiliate rather than third-party SAT questions.
Starting point
When available, CTG begins with PSAT or preACT results to identify each student's strengths, weak spots and question patterns.
Need an individualized answer?Test choice, timing and the likely number of sessions depend on the student's needs, diligence and goals. Donna can review those details with your family.Email Donna