Upcoming Workshops
BROOKLYN ANNEX
337 Smith St.
SAT SPRINGBOARD
May 5 – June 16
6 Weeks
$625
This course serves an introduction for 10th and 11th graders who plan to take the SAT over the summer or in the fall.
SHSAT INTENSIVES
August 25 – October 27
6 Weeks
$435
Each SHSAT Intensive is a deep-dive into a different topic area, and each class involves both discussion and in-class problem solving. This advanced program provides perfect supplemental support for the final sprint to the SHSAT.
MANHATTAN CLASSROOM
11 Hanover Sq. #500
SHSAT FOUNDATIONS
April 14 – June 23
8 Weeks
$775
Our SHSAT clinics are designed to instill 7th graders with an authentic, content-level understanding of the SHSAT. In this 8-week program, your 7th grader will become a confident test taker. The class culminates in a proctored mock test. In-person and remote sessions available.
COLLEGE ESSAY CLINIC
May 23 – June 13
4 Weeks
$475
Our four part College Essay Clinic is a resource for students embarking on the first draft of their Common Application essay. Through peer interviews, structured writing activities, and expert storytelling instruction, students craft personal essays that establish the human connection with admissions officers.
DRAMATIC WRITING WORKSHOP (MIDDLE)
June 2 – June 23
4 Weeks
$450
For incoming 7th, 8th, and 9th graders. Taught by New York Times featured playwright, Matthew Gasda, our summer dramatic writing elective is designed for aspiring screenwriters, playwrights, and storytellers. Students will read plays, watch scenes, start discussions, and workshop their writing. At the end of the class, student work will be read by actors from the Brooklyn Center for Theater Research.
HS ADMISSIONS ESSAY WORKSHOP
June 4 – June 18
3 Weeks
$400
Our signature workshop for incoming 8th graders is spread over three Tuesdays and focuses on the development and execution of ideas for high impact admissions essays with an eye towards independent high school admissions, screened portfolios, and the Bard High School assessment.
DRAMATIC WRITING WORKSHOP (UPPER)
July 28 – August 18
4 Weeks
$450
For incoming 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Taught by New York Times featured playwright, Matthew Gasda, our summer dramatic writing elective is designed for aspiring screenwriters, playwrights, and storytellers. Students will read plays, watch scenes, start discussions, and workshop their writing. At the end of the class, student work will be read by actors from the Brooklyn Center for Theater Research.
COLLEGE ESSAY CLINIC
August 1 – August 22
4 Weeks
$475
Our four part College Essay Clinic is a resource for students embarking on the first draft of their Common Application essay. Through peer interviews, structured writing activities, and expert storytelling instruction, students craft personal essays that establish the human connection with admissions officers.
VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
Zoom
SHSAT FOUNDATIONS
Mar 10 – May 19
8 Weeks
$625
Our SHSAT clinics are designed to instill 7th graders with an authentic, content-level understanding of the SHSAT. In this 8-week program, your 7th grader will become a confident test taker. The class culminates in a proctored mock test. In-person and remote sessions available.
Future Classes
FALL SAT CLINIC
DATES: FALL 2024
AGE: 10th & 11th GRADERS
PRICE: $700-825
Our fall SAT clinic is designed for students exploring fall paper tests and/or spring digital tests. Through discussion, drills, and activities, students will build an exceptional foundation for effective test-taking. The class will culminate in a proctored SAT.
FALL ACT CLINIC
DATES: FALL 2024
AGE: 10th & 11th GRADERS
PRICE: $700-825
Our fall ACT clinic is for students targeting December and February exams. Through instruction, discussion, and skills exercises, students will build a robust toolset for effective ACT test-taking. The class will culminate in a proctored, full-length ACT.