Is Your Child Ready for Algebra?

Known as a "gateway course," algebra is the foundation for higher-level high school math and science classes and thus a critical stepping stone to student's success. Make sure your child is ready by having them take a FREE Algebra Readiness Check-Up!

Weak algebra skills can lead to:
Lower ACT/SAT® scoresLimited access to colleges and universitiesRestricted careersThis 21-question Algebra Readiness Check-Up will help your student determine if they are ready for Algebra. Their personalized Algebra Fitness Breakdown will highlight their strengths, areas that require focus, and provide online resources to help them get in tip-top shape for algebra!

Register today: www.Fit4Algebra.org

February 2012 Newsletter

Be sure to read our latest news...

Click here to read the February Newsletter for Parents and Students(460 KB)

ACT College Prep Seminar Schedule

Check out the link below to find out dates and times for our ACT Prep Seminars. A Must-Do for every High School Junior!

We Can Help with College Applications!

Is your Senior struggling with writing those important college application essays?
Help and success is just a phone call away!
We have experienced teachers who can help your student produce an essay to be proud of AND
one that will stand out in the crowd of essays that admission counselors are reading.

Click Here for Help with your College Application Essays!(120 KB)

Introducing SylvanMathPrep.com: Sylvan’s New Online Homework Support Service

Finish your homework faster and easier! With SylvanMathPrep.com, you’ll see short videos, corresponding to the exact pages and concepts in your textbook, that explain the math lessons you’re studying.

SylvanMathPrep.com presents math problems in a new way, shows you the work so you can see how to do it, and provides practice problems (with the answers!), so you can master the concepts in no time!

To get started, visit SylvanMathPrep.com to sign up – a FREE trial is available! Select your textbook and page number and the video will explain exactly what you need to know.

Getting ready for the SAT or ACT? SylvanMathPrep.com can help you study for the math portions of these tests as well. Sign Up Today!

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Sylvan Learning of South Elgin is on FaceBook!

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Motivating Boys to Read

Want to motivate your sons to read? Here’s one teacher’s favorite list of great “reads” for boys.

The Hunger Games and Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
Found and Sent by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz
The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney
Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by Rick Riordan
Bone graphic novels by Jeff Smith
Peak by Roland Smith (all of Smith's books are perennial favorites)
Killer Pizza by Greg Taylor
The Heir Chronicles by Cinda Williams Chima

Strong Writing Skills Improve Overall Performance

Are poor writing skills hindering your child's performance in school? Students must be able to express themselves clearly and to show their teachers how much they really know. These skills become especially critical as children enter high school. Today, many state proficiency tests that measure your child's academic progress emphasize solid writing skills. Sylvan's proven Academic Writing program can help your child show off his or her knowledge and perform to full potential. Call our Center today to find out more.

Parents...Save Time and Money!

Sylvan is excited to share with you a web site that will help you save time and money! The company is called The Write Stuff. Check it out at www.write-stuff.com Your convenient source for school supplies!