ACT / SAT Prep
ACT/SAT prep sessions through our tutoring services in Menlo Park, California help students build the academic and executive functioning skills needed to perform well on standardized tests. We focus on subject-specific strategies, timed practice, and long-term planning to help students feel prepared and confident heading into test day.
Parents often seek support when their child
- Feels overwhelmed by the amount of content or time constraints of the test
- Doesn't know how to start preparing or what to focus on
- Struggles to stay motivated or organized during the prep process
Topics We Support
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SAT Math
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SAT Reading
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SAT Writing & Language
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ACT English
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ACT Math
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ACT Reading
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ACT Science
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Other: If you have other requests, please reach out. We may be able to accommodate your needs
Sample Sessions
Student Example 1
Starting ACT Prep with Long-Term Planning
Profile: A 10th grade student beginning early prep. They have strong academic skills but don’t know how to structure their study time or prioritize which sections to work on first.
60-Minute Session:
● 10 min: Review diagnostic test results and discuss initial score goals
● 15 min: Break down the structure of the ACT and discuss each section's content
● 20 min: Build a study schedule together based on the student’s extracurriculars and availability
● 10 min: Teach a note-taking method for tracking recurring mistakes and strategies
● 5 min: Assign one section to complete before the next session and outline how to review it
Student Example 2
Targeting Weak Areas in SAT Math
Profile: An 11th grade student preparing for the SAT who excels in Reading/Writing but consistently underperforms in the Math section.
60-Minute Session:
● 10 min: Review a recent Math section the student completed independently
● 20 min: Re-teach 1–2 key concepts (e.g., systems of equations, function rules)
● 15 min: Work through similar problems together while reinforcing pacing techniques
● 10 min: Build a mini-reference sheet for formulas and strategies
● 5 min: Reflect on focus strategies and how to stay present during long sections
Student Example 3
Practicing Test-Like Conditions with Full-Length Sections
Profile: A 12th grade student taking the SAT/ACT in the next few weeks. They know the material but need to build test stamina and sharpen timing.
60-Minute Session:
● 5 min: Warm-up with breathing and quick review of pacing targets
● 45 min: Complete a full Reading or Math section under timed conditions
● 10 min: Review missed questions and reflect on time management and note-taking effectiveness during the section
The samples above represent models that have worked well in the past, but we recognize that every student is unique. That’s why we take a custom-designed approach, tailoring our tutoring services in Menlo Park, California to each student’s individual strengths and areas for growth. At Ekoniak Tutoring, we pride ourselves on adapting to every learner’s needs and delivering high-quality support for students of all backgrounds and learning styles.