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Study Smart Tutors and the San Francisco Public Library are partnering to bring you free virtual college prep classes. Classes are taught by veteran instructors dedicated to providing an individualized experience so that every high school student can realize and reach their post-secondary goals.

  • Workshops are free and open to 9th-12th graders who live and attend school in San Francisco. Each class has a capacity of 25 students.
  • Students are asked to commit to attending each session of a course/series, but accommodations can be made if there is a personal scheduling conflict.
  • Students will receive an on-screen and email confirmation acknowledging their registration status. Canceling/modifying registration can be done by emailing SFPL@StudySmartTutors.com
  • Class descriptions can be found at the bottom of this page.
  • Registration for classes will open one month prior to the first class date at 9:00 AM and will close at the start time of the final class session.

2024-2025 Classes:

Courses will be posted and registration will open approximately 30 days before the start of the first class. Check back often for courses starting later this school year.

Free registration


Students will be able to explain the PIQ process, including basic requirements and questions. Students will also brainstorm examples and experiences to help with their essay development.

Class Dates:

Saturday, November 2nd

Saturday, November 16th

Class Time:

10:00AM – 11:30AM

Free registration


Students will be able to explain the main components of the Common App, including basic requirements and question overview. Students will also brainstorm examples and experiences to help with their essay development.

Course Dates:

Monday, November 4th

Friday, November 8th

Course Time:

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Free registration


Develop a story, edit drafts of their essays and review examples of essays written by students accepted to top colleges and universities in this single session, three hour course that offers the resources and tools to effectively write and submit a Common App or UC Personal Insight Question essay.

Course Dates:

Tuesday November 5th

Thursday, November 7th

Course Time:

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Free registration


Students will be able to explain the college financial aid process and the different types of aid available, including grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
Students will be able to explain the process of applying for scholarships, including how to ask for letters of recommendation & the brainstorming process for their essay.

Course Dates:

Thursday, November 7th

Course Time:

5:30PM – 7:30PM

 

3223 Ortega St, San Francisco, CA 94122, United States | website

Free registration


Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024-2025 Digital SAT exams.

Course Dates:

Tuesday, November 12th

Thursday, November 14th

Tuesday, November 19th

Thursday, November 21st

Course Time:

4:00pm – 5:00PM

Free registration


Students will be able to correctly identify the different components of a resume and create outline for their own resume.

Course Dates:

Tuesday, November 12th

Course Time:

4:00Pm – 6:00PM

 

201 Leland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94134, United States| website

Free registration


Join our Student Support Sessions, designed for high schoolers seeking guidance and assistance in various areas. Whether you need help with assignments, college admissions, mentoring, or any other topic, our sessions provide personalized support to meet your unique needs. These sessions are open to all high school students and offer a welcoming environment where you can explore your academic and personal goals with the help of experienced educators and mentors. Let us help you succeed and thrive!

Class Dates:

Tuesday, November 12th

Thursday, November 14th

Course Time:

5:00PM – 5:30PM

Free registration


Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024 SAT exams.

Course Dates:

Thursday, November 14th

Thursday, November 21st

Course Time:

5:30PM – 7:30PM

 

1135 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108, United States | website

Free registration


Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024 SAT exams.

Course Dates:

Saturday, November 16th

Course Time:

10:30AM – 2:30PM

 

1200 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA 94116, United States | website

Free registration


Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024-2025 Digital SAT exams.

Course Dates:

Sunday, November 17th

Course Time:

12:30PM – 4:30PM

 

100 Larkin Street | San Francisco, CA 94102 | website

Free registration


Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024-2025 Digital SAT exams.

Course Dates:

Monday, November 18th

Wednesday, November 20th

Course Time:

5:00PM – 7:00PM

Free registration


Ask questions about college, discuss post-secondary options and build goals for after high school and beyond. These drop-in sessions are designed specifically for the needs of students; parent and family attendance will not be accommodated.

Course Dates:

Tuesday, November 19th

Thursday, November 21st

Course Time:

5:00PM – 5:30PM

Free registration


In this 1-Hour workshop, students will be able to demonstrate the importance of having general study skills and will apply the new strategies to their own daily practice.

Course Date:

Monday, December 2nd

Wednesday, December 4th

Course Time:

4:00PM – 5:00PM

Free registration


Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024-2025 Digital SAT exams.

Course Dates:

Tuesday, December 3rd

Wednesday, December 4th

Thursday, December 5th

Friday, December 6th

Course Time:

6:00pm – 7:00PM

Free registration


Students will be able to identify the different post-graduation pathways, their specific requirements, including the A-G requirements, and how to decide what type of institution is the ‘best fit’ for them.

Course Date:

Monday, December 9th

Wednesday, December 11th

Course Time:

6:00 PM7:00 PM

Free registration


Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024-2025 ACT exams.

Course Dates:

Tuesday, December 10th

Thursday, December 12th

Course Time:

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Free registration

Registration Opens
November 14, 2024

In this 1.5-Hour workshop, students will be able to properly assess their own public speaking strengths/weaknesses and apply a variety of tools, strategies, and supports that will help them in any public speaking engagement.

Course Date:

Tuesday, January 14th

Course Time:

5:00PM – 6:30PM

Free registration

Registration Opens
November 16, 2024

Students will be able to explain the benefits of having basic organizational skills and create their own next steps for ensuring that they are organized.

Class Dates:

Thursday, January 16th

Class Time:

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Free registration

Registration Opens
November 21, 2024

Students will be able to explain the college financial aid process and the different types of aid available, including grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.

Class Dates:

Tuesday, January 21st

Class Time:

5:30PM – 6:30PM

Free registration

Registration Opens
November 21, 2024

Join our Student Support Sessions, designed for high schoolers seeking guidance and assistance in various areas. Whether you need help with assignments, college admissions, mentoring, or any other topic, our sessions provide personalized support to meet your unique needs. These sessions are open to all high school students and offer a welcoming environment where you can explore your academic and personal goals with the help of experienced educators and mentors. Let us help you succeed and thrive!

Class Dates:

Tuesday, January 21st

Thursday, January 23rd

Monday, January 27th

Wednesday, January 29th

Course Time:

6:30PM – 7:00PM

Free registration

Registration Opens
November 29, 2024

In this 1-Hour workshop, students will be able to explain the process of applying for scholarships, including how to ask for letters of recommendation & the brainstorming process for their essay.

Course Date:

Wednesday, January 29th

Course Time:

5:30PM – 6:30PM

Class Descriptions:

SAT Test Prep

Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024-2025 SAT exams. Registering at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl.

ACT Test Prep

Build confidence, increase standardized test fluency and set effective test-taking goals in this course for students preparing to take the 2024-2025 ACT exams. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl  

SAT Single Subject Math Test Prep

Maximize success on the SAT Math in this four hour course that teaches specific strategies and tips. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

SAT Single Subject Essay Prep

Maximize success on the SAT Essay in this four hour course that teaches specific strategies and tips. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

SAT Single Subject Reading Prep

Maximize success on the SAT Essay in this four-hour course that teaches specific strategies and tips. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

College Essay Writing Prep

Develop a story, edit drafts of their essays and review examples of essays written by students accepted to top colleges and universities in this single session, three hour course that offers the resources and tools to effectively write and submit a Common App or UC Personal Insight Question essay. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

College Admissions/Match Process 101

Learn about resources to effectively apply to and matriculate at the college or university of choice in this workshop. Students and families will examine the different post-graduation pathways, their specific requirements, including the A-G requirements, and how to decide what type of institution is the ‘best fit’ for them. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

College Consultation Office hours

Ask questions about college, discuss post-secondary options and build goals for after high school and beyond. No registration required. Sessions are designed specifically for the needs of students; parent and family attendance will not be accommodated.

Mindfulness

In this workshop, students will examine and practice different mindfulness activities/techniques that they can integrate into their everyday life in order to alleviate stress and be more present to support personal and academic success. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Career Exploration & College Major 

In this workshop, students will explore different career opportunities and paths and relevant educational criteria to help them make decisions and evaluate their choices. Students will also explore different colleges and majors based on the career of their choice. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Introduction to Resume Building 

In this workshop, students will examine the different components of a strong resume and begin an outline for their own resume using a multitude of resources provided to them through the session. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Professional Etiquette & Presenting Yourself 

In this workshop, students will explore what it means to have professional etiquette and engage in various group activities that both model and practice it to help strengthen these skills. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Effective Interview Skills

In this workshop, Students will strengthen their interviewing skills by analyzing the most commonly asked questions, utilizing learnings from different texts, and participating in mock interviews with each other. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Intro to Public Speaking

In this workshop, students will assess their own public speaking strengths/weaknesses and learn to improve through a multitude of activities, such as examining glossophobia, strategies for success, rubrics, and start to develop a speech of their own. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Effective Study Habits 

In this workshop, Students will assess their own organizational habits & strategies and apply newly learned strategies to aid them in their everyday activities & tasks. Students will assess their own study skills and apply newly learned strategies to improve their own habits. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Self-Advocacy, Motivation, & Passion 

In this workshop, students will determine what issues are important to them and develop ideas on how to become more actively engaged in creating change in their own lives and/or the community. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl 

Basic Coping Skills & Managing Stress 

In this workshop, students will better understand the factors that cause stress, its impacts on the body & self, and develop ways to cope and manage stressful situations. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl

Basic Coping Skills & Managing Stress 

In this workshop, students will better understand the factors that cause stress, its impacts on the body & self, and develop ways to cope and manage stressful situations. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl

Financial Literacy: Understanding Credit

In this workshop, students will be able to analyze and evaluate the benefits and risks associated with using a credit card. Register at: www.StudySmart.us/sfpl

Financial Literacy: Basic Budgeting

Students will be able to understand the basics of financial literacy & budgeting, including analyzing bank statements, the different parts of checks & deposit slips, and tracking & managing their own spending. www.StudySmart.us/sfpl

Financial Literacy Workshop: Financial Planning

In this workshop, students will assess their own spending habits and develop & apply new money-management strategies, such as personal short-term and long-term goals.

Financial Literacy Workshop : Credits vs. Debits

In this workshop, students will analyze and evaluate the differences between debit cards and credit cards, as well as the benefits and disadvantages of each one.

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