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Program 2008 — 2009

The Los Angeles Public Library is partnering with The Princeton Review to present a system-wide library program for teens, “Student Smart: Tools of Becoming a Better Student.” Student Smart is an initiative offering citywide seminars and New SAT, PSAT, and ACT Practice Test sessions, conducted by The Princeton Review Instructors in LAPL Branches/Central Library, enabling middle school and high school students to develop effective study and test taking strategies for college.

To participate, contact the hosting library and sign-up as soon as possible - space is limited. For more "Student Smart" information, please call Young Adult Services at (213) 228-7510 or view schedule here.

Seminar topics will include:

  • A Philosophy of Learning
  • Developing Good Study Habits
  • How to Take Notes
  • Preparing for Examinations
  • Drafting and Dditing the Formal Essay
  • Test Taking Strategies
  • New SAT, PSAT, and ACT Practice Test Sessions
  • Financial Aid
  • College Application Process
  • Common College Admission Myths

 

Made possible through the generosity of Linda Duttenhaver, with additional support provided by the Sterling Foundation. Funding made possible by the Library Foundation of Los Angeles.