SAT/ACT

You can take either the SAT or the ACT, or both, as most colleges accept both the SAT and ACT. You may do better on one test than than the other, as they are structured very differently.

SAT- Scholastic Aptitude Test

This examination is required for any student applying to a four-year college or university. The exam consist of math reasoning, reading comprehension and a writing section. It is three and a half hours long and can be taken on May 7 and June 4. You can register online and receive fee waivers from the college counselor at your school. For more information got to http://www.collegeboard.com/

ACT- American College Test

The ACT is another standardized examination that is also accepted by most four-year colleges and universities. It consist of English, math, reading, science and writing. This exam focuses on content specific questions, similar to your tests in high school, whereas the SAT tests your general knowledge and learning aptitude. Although the SAT is more popular among students, many students find that they do better on the ACT. It is three and a half hours long and can be taken on April 9 and June 11. You can register online and receive fee waivers from the college counselor at your school. To find out more go to http://www.actstudent.org/index.html

Vanguard Student of the Month

Name: Dario Dorilus
Grade: 12
Her Success: Dario is preparing to graduate in June and has been working extremely hard to complete his final PBA's. Dario is very active with LPP, attending our After School Program each week and applying to colleges. With the help of LPP Dario was recently able to attend New York Institute of Technology's "Student for a Day" opportunity. This will assist Dario in his future goals of becoming a mechanical engineer. Through all the ups and downs of senior year Dario has handled it all with a positive attitude and has a wonderful sense of humor.

Harlem Renaissance Student of the Month

Name: Yusmary Garcia
Grade: 12
His Success: Yusmary is set to graduate with an Advanced Regents Diploma in June, 2011. Yusmary is also taking a College level Psychology class at Hostos Community Colloge. Yusmary is a bright, intelligent and motivated student with excellent attendance and grades. She inteds to graduate in June and pursue a degree in Nursing. In the past year, Yusmary has been working as an intern with our LPP Program Coordinator at HRHS. In this role, she has proven to be hard-working and efficient. She is a reliable and productive student who is always opened to learning new infomation and skills: "I need to graduate and go to College--education is the only tool I have to succeed in life."