SAT Power SlidesMarch 4th • Testing Season SAT POWER UP Your Roadmap to College & Beyond @ New Tech High Ready to crush it? WHY THE SAT? College Admissions The SAT is a key credential for many four-year universities across the country. Scholarship Money Higher scores often unlock "merit-based" financial aid. Get paid for your brain! The "Benchmark" It proves you're college-ready and helps place you in the right freshman courses. 🚀 "Your future self will thank you for today's effort." WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4TH Important Logistics for all Juniors ALL AT NEW TECH NO satellite programs on testing day. All Juniors report to New Tech HQ. MORNING START Be here early! Testing starts promptly. Arrive at school by 8:15 AM. REQUIREMENTS Charged device, approved calculator, and your school ID. COLLEGE BOARD RULES Essentials Only Fully Charged Testing Device Approved Graphic Calculator Photo ID (Physical, not digital) Strictly Prohibited Phones/Smartwatches (Off and Away!) Unauthorized apps or browsers External scratch paper (provided) Strategy #1 THE CLOCK IS YOUR CREW 1 Don't get stuck! If a question takes >1 min, flag it and move on. 2 Every question counts for the same points. Grab the easy wins first. 3 Watch the Bluebook timer! Check your pace at the halfway mark. B Strategy #2 Slash & Burn Eliminate "The Garbage": Cross out answers that are obviously wrong. This boosts your odds from 25% to 50% or better. Extreme Language: Avoid answers with "Always," "Never," or "Only" unless they are explicitly stated in the text. Never Leave Blanks: There is NO penalty for guessing. If you're down to the wire, pick a letter and stick with it! Strategy #3 ACTIVE READING & EVIDENCE Find the Clues The answer is ALWAYS in the text. Don't use outside knowledge—only what's on the screen. Use Annotations Use the digital highlighter. Mark main ideas, contrast words (but, however), and shifts in tone. Predict First Read the question, look at the text, and think of your own answer before looking at the choices. YOU GOT THIS. Rest up, eat a solid breakfast, and come to New Tech ready to show what you know. Location New Tech HQ Date March 4th Arrival 8:15 AM Level up complete!
SAT Day Checklist WorksheetSAT Testing Day Guide March 4th • New Tech High School Name Date THE BIG DAY LOGISTICS Where: All Juniors report to New Tech High School in the morning. Important: There are NO SATELLITE PROGRAMS on testing day. Everyone must be at the main campus. Arrival: 8:15 AM Device Status: 100% Charged Bring: Physical School/State ID 1 TIME MGMT Don't get stuck! If a question takes over 60 seconds, flag it and keep moving. Strategy Goal 2 ELIMINATION Slash the wrong ones first. Even getting rid of one wrong choice boosts your odds significantly. Notes/Scratch Area 3 READING COMP The answer is always in the text. Highlight keywords and look for evidence before choosing. Evidence Tracker COLLEGE BOARD "MUST-KNOWS" Device is updated and has Bluebook installed. Approved calculator with fresh batteries. Cell phone on testing desk (STRICT NO). Smartwatches / Fitness trackers. MY SAT MISSION One Strategy I'll focus on: My Goal Score / Reach College: Level up, New Tech Tigers!
SAT Proctor Guide Teacher GuideProctor Operations Guide March 4th SAT Testing • New Tech High School Testing Day Timeline 8:15 AM Student Check-in All Juniors report to main hall. Verify physical IDs. Confirm satellite students are present. 8:30 AM Room Entry & Setup Students power on devices, connect to secure Wi-Fi, and open Bluebook. Distribute scratch paper. 9:00 AM Test Start Bluebook proctor codes shared. Testing begins. Maintain strict silence and no-device policy. ~12:30 PM Dismissal Confirm all tests are submitted. Collect all scratch paper before dismissing students. Device Protocol • Phones must be powered OFF (not silent) and placed in designated bags/areas. • No smartwatches or Bluetooth headphones allowed. • If a student's phone makes noise, follow College Board dismissal procedures immediately. Tech Troubleshooting • Wi-Fi Issues: Ensure student is on the 'Testing-Secure' network only. • Bluebook Lag: Restart the app first. If persists, restart the device. • Battery Low: Have power strips/chargers accessible at the perimeter. Essential Announcements "Welcome, Juniors. Today is the SAT. Remember, the answer to every question is right in front of you on your screen." "There are NO satellite programs today. You will remain at New Tech for the duration of the testing window." "If you finish a section early, you must wait silently for the timer to expire. Use the flagging tool to review your work." Confidential Staff Resource College Board Rules & Regulations Apply
NTI SAT Prep Presentation SlidesMarch 4th • Testing Season SAT POWER UP Your Roadmap to Success @ New Tech Institute Time to dominate! WHAT IS IT? Standardized tests aren't just about grades—they're about options. THE BASICS Standardized Prep A test designed to measure the reading, writing, and math skills you've been learning in school. Digital Format Taken on your school device using the Bluebook app. It's adaptive, meaning it adjusts to your level! Scale: 400-1600 Combines your Evidence-Based Reading & Writing score with your Math score. WHY CRUSH THE SAT? Graduation Pathway Meeting state benchmarks counts toward Bucket 3 for Indiana graduation requirements. Get it done now! College Entry Required or used for placement by many 4-year universities. It shows you're ready for the next level. Cash for College High scores = Merit Scholarships. Many schools give automatic money based on your SAT score. MARCH 4TH PLAN New Tech Institute Juniors Only 7:40 AM Arrive at NTI by this time. Testing starts promptly. No late entries allowed! CHECK POSTS Report directly to your posted test location. Check lists in the hall! STAY AT NTI NO satellite programs today. All Juniors stay at NTI for testing. Test Day Workspace On Your Desk Testing Device Power Cord Scratch Paper/Pencil Calculator (Optional) Under Desk Backpack (Closed) Water / Snack Jackets / Coats Front/Back Phones (Off & Away) Smartwatches Any unapproved tech "Calculators are built into Bluebook, but you can bring your own familiar one!" The Playbook: Phase 1 1. Time Management Flag and Forget. If a question is a time-vampire, flag it and move on. Come back at the end of the module. 2. Elimination Find the "Trash" answers. Crossing out 2 wrong choices gives you a 50/50 shot at the win. 3. Context Clues Look at sentences before and after a word. Tone shifts (but, however) are your secret clues. 4. Evidence First
NTI SAT Game Plan WorksheetNTI SAT Game Plan March 4th • New Tech Institute Name Date Arrival & Location Be here by 7:40 AM. Report directly to your posted test location (check lists in the hallway). Crush this test to complete Bucket 3 for your Indiana Graduation Pathway! Test Day Gear Fully Charged Device Device Charger Familiar Calculator (Optional) * Calculators are provided in Bluebook, but you can bring your own. Workspace Protocol On Your Desk • Testing Device • Power Cord • Scratch Paper & Pencil • Own Calculator (Optional) Under Desk • Closed Backpack • Water & Snacks • Personal Belongings Front/Back of Room • PHONES (OFF!) • Smartwatches • Unauthorized Tech Rapid-Fire Tips 1. Flag & Forget Stuck? Flag it, move on immediately. Don't let one hard question drain your time. 2. Module Adaptation If Module 2 feels significantly harder, you're on the right track! The test is adjusting to your success. My Focus Strategy Describe which strategy you will prioritize during the test... GET READY TO DOMINATE Charge your device tonight. Get to NTI by 7:40 AM. NTI Goal BUCKET 3 SECURED
NTI SAT Proctor Guide ResourceProctor Operations: NTI Edition March 4th SAT Testing • New Tech Institute Revised Testing Day Timeline 7:40 AM Student Check-in Students report directly to posted testing rooms. Monitors in halls to direct traffic. 8:00 AM Room Entry & Logistics Verify devices are connected to Wi-Fi. Students place backpacks under desks. Phones Off/Away. 8:30 AM Standard Testing Start Bluebook session started. Proctor must verify all student devices are active before starting timer. Room Organization On Desk: Testing device, power cord, scratch paper, school-provided pencil, and optional familiar calculator. Under Desk: Closed bags, water/snacks for break only. Floors must be clear of loose papers. Front/Back: All phones and smartwatches must be completely powered off and placed in designated collection bins or bags. Bucket 3 Verification Emphasize to students that this score is a primary pathway for Indiana graduation requirements. "Successful scores on today's SAT satisfy your Bucket 3 requirement for the State of Indiana. Focus and take your time." Policy Updates NO Physical ID required for school-day testing (NTI students only). Students may use their own calculator OR the built-in Desmos tool in Bluebook. No satellite programs. All Juniors must be present at NTI. NTI Staff Protocol Confidential Staff Resource
NTI SAT Game Plan Final SlidesMarch 4th • The Big One SAT GAME PLAN New Tech Institute • Practice & Readiness Day Let's get that Bucket 3! NTI THE SAT Reading • Writing • Math MISSION DEFINITION Standardized Power A global benchmark test that shows colleges you are ready for high-level work. Digital Mastery Taken on Bluebook. It is adaptive—it changes difficulty based on your performance! Indiana Bucket 3 Hitting benchmarks on the SAT completes "Bucket 3" for your Indiana Graduation Pathway. TEST DAY LOGISTICS Wednesday, March 4th 7:40 AM Arrive at NTI. Doors close shortly after—don't be the one left in the hallway! POSTED LOCS Go straight to your posted test location. Check the hallway lists immediately. NO SATELLITE There are No satellite programs on March 4th. Everyone stays at NTI HQ. Testing Zone Setup On Your Desk Testing Device School Pencil Scratch Paper Under Desk Snack & Drink Extra Batteries Personal Calc Power Cord Front/Back Room Perimeter Only: Cell Phones (OFF!) Smartwatches Backpacks Coats/Jackets Strategy #1 FLAG & FORGET If a question looks like it'll take more than 60 seconds, flag it and move on immediately. Every question counts the same—don't let one hard one steal your time! Strategy #2 SLASH THE TRASH Use the Process of Elimination. Crossing out just two bad options boosts your chance to 50%. Don't look for the right answer—get rid of the wrong ones first! "I think this answer sounds right..." NO. The answer is in the text! Strategy #3 EVIDENCE HUNT Reading Comp is a search mission. Every correct answer is explicitly supported by the passage. If you can't point to it, don't pick it. Strategy #4 THE LEVEL UP SHIFT If Module 2 feels harder than Module 1... THAT'S GOOD NEWS! It means you performed well on Module 1 and the test is challenging you to earn a higher score. Stay calm and keep grinding!
NTI SAT Final Game Plan WorksheetNTI SAT GAME PLAN Official Test Day Guide • March 4th Arrival Target 7:40 AM Where to be Report directly to POSTED TEST LOCATIONS (check hallways). NO satellite programs today! The Big Win Secure your Indiana Bucket 3 graduation requirement by hitting state benchmarks on today's test. One test, graduation pathway secured! The Room Rules ON DESK Testing Device School-provided Pencil Scratch Paper UNDER DESK Snack & Drink (for break) Calculator & Batteries Power Cord PERIMETER • CELL PHONES (OFF!) • Smartwatches • Backpacks & Coats Victory Starts With Preparation Flag & Forget If I'm stuck for 60 seconds, I will flag and move on. Slash the Trash I will eliminate wrong answers before picking the right one. Evidence Search The answer is in the text. I will find proof before choosing. Desmos Dominance If I can't solve it mentally, I'll graph it on Desmos. No Blanks I will guess on every single question. No penalty! Practice Beyond School I will use Khan Academy and Bluebook Practice Tests at home. Charge your device. Get to NTI by 7:40 AM. Thunderbolts Win.
NTI Practice Day Proctor Guide ResourcePractice Day Proctor Guide New Tech Institute • SAT Readiness Session Practice Day Version Part 1: Room Organization (Strict Enforcement) The Testing Desk • Device (Connected to Wi-Fi) • Power Cord (Plugged in or available) • School Pencil & Scratch Paper • NOTHING ELSE Off-Desk Protocol • Under Desk: Bags (Closed), Food/Drink, Calc, Batteries. • Perimeter Only: Cell phones (Powered OFF), Smartwatches, Coats, Backpacks. Part 2: Digital Readiness Instructions Direct students through these steps: 1. Instruct all students to open Bluebook. 2. Select "Digital Readiness" from the main dashboard. 3. ANNOUNCE THE 6-DIGIT ROOM CODE for students to join the session. 4. Ensure every student completes the device check and verifies their name on screen. "This check ensures your device is fully compatible and your Bluebook version is up to date for March 4th." Part 3: Full-Length Practice (2h 14m) Proctor Script: "Now, we will begin the Full-Length Practice. In Bluebook, select 'Practice and Prepare,' then 'Full-Length Practice.' Choose 'Practice Test 1.' You will have the full standard time. Use your scratch paper and stay focused." Students must remain silent until the session is dismissed. Ensure all students are plugged into power if possible. NTI Staff Protocol Digital Readiness & Practice Day Guide
NTI SAT Final Prep PresentationNTI March 4th: Game Day SAT POWER PLAN Ready-to-test New Tech Institute • Readiness & Practice Day SECURE THAT BUCKET 3! NTI THE SAT Reading • Writing • Math MISSION DEFINITION Standardized Power A global benchmark test that shows colleges you are ready for high-level work. Digital Mastery Taken on Bluebook. It is adaptive—it changes difficulty based on your performance! Indiana Bucket 3 Hitting benchmarks on the SAT completes "Bucket 3" for your Indiana Graduation Pathway. TEST DAY LOGISTICS Wednesday, March 4th 7:40 AM Arrive at NTI. Doors close shortly after—don't be the one left in the hallway! POSTED LOCS Go straight to your posted test location. Check the hallway lists immediately. NO SATELLITE There are No satellite programs on March 4th. Everyone stays at NTI HQ. Testing Zone Setup On Your Desk Testing Device School Pencil Scratch Paper Under Desk Snack & Drink Extra Batteries Personal Calc Power Cord Front/Back Room Perimeter Only: Cell Phones (OFF!) Smartwatches Backpacks Coats/Jackets Strategy #1 FLAG & FORGET If a question looks like it'll take more than 60 seconds, flag it and move on immediately. Every question counts the same—don't let one hard one steal your time! Strategy #2 SLASH THE TRASH Use the Process of Elimination. Crossing out just two bad options boosts your chance to 50%. Don't look for the right answer—get rid of the wrong ones first! "I think this answer sounds right..." NO. The answer is in the text! Strategy #3 EVIDENCE HUNT Reading Comp is a search mission. Every correct answer is explicitly supported by the passage. If you can't point to it, don't pick it. Strategy #4 THE LEVEL UP SHIFT If Module 2 feels harder than Module 1... THAT'S GOOD NEWS!
NTI Practice Proctor Guide FinalPractice Day Proctor Guide New Tech Institute • SAT Readiness Session Practice Day Version Part 1: Room Organization (Strict Enforcement) The Testing Desk • Device (Connected to Wi-Fi) • Power Cord (Plugged in or available) • School Pencil & Scratch Paper • NOTHING ELSE Off-Desk Protocol • Under Desk: Bags (Closed), Food/Drink, Calc, Batteries. • Perimeter Only: Cell phones (Powered OFF), Smartwatches, Coats, Backpacks. Part 2: Digital Readiness Instructions Direct students through these steps: 1. Instruct all students to open Bluebook. 2. Select "Digital Readiness" from the main dashboard. 3. CONFIRM NO SESSION CODE IS NEEDED. Students follow prompts to verify their names and devices. 4. Ensure every student completes the check and remains on the final "Ready to Test" screen. "This check ensuring your device is fully compatible for March 4th. No code is required for today's practice session." Part 3: Full-Length Practice (2h 14m) Proctor Script: "Now, we will begin the Full-Length Practice. In Bluebook, select 'Practice and Prepare,' then 'Full-Length Practice.' Choose 'Practice Test 1.' There is no proctor code for this practice test. Use your scratch paper and stay focused." Students must remain silent until the session is dismissed. Ensure all students are plugged into power if possible. NTI Staff Protocol Digital Readiness & Practice Day Guide
NTI SAT Final Prep Presentation Orange and Gray EditionVictory starts with preparation SAT POWER PLAN New Tech Institute • March 4th Readiness Get that Bucket 3! SAT THE MISSION Standardized Testing isn't just about grades—it's about OPTIONS for your future. Bucket 3 Bound The fastest path to Indiana Graduation benchmarks. Merit Cash High scores unlock college scholarship money. Adaptive Edge Bluebook adapts to your level—stay focused! Gameday Logistics March 4th • NTI Campus 7:40 AM Arrive at NTI. Doors lock shortly after. Rooms Report to your POSTED test location. Stay Put NO satellite programs. All Juniors stay at NTI. Pro Workspace Setup On / Under Desk Testing Device & Charger Pencil & Scratch Paper Snacks / Water (Under Desk) Familiar Calculator (Under Desk) The "No-Go" Zone Place at front or back of room: PHONES (POWERED OFF) SMARTWATCHES BACKPACKS & COATS Strategy #1 FLAG & MOVE ON Don't let one hard question tank your score. If it takes > 60 seconds, flag it and keep hunting for the easy wins. Strategy #2 SLASH THE TRASH Eliminate the obviously wrong choices first. Cross out 2, and you've got a 50/50 shot. Found the proof! The Answer Is Always In The Text Strategy #3 EVIDENCE MISSION Reading Comp is not about guessing. Every right answer has HARD PROOF in the passage. Find it! Level Up ANYTIME ANYWHERE The best preparation happens consistently. Take the test to the next level on your own terms. Practice from home tonight! Khan Academy Free, personalized SAT prep tied to your specific scores. Bluebook App Download on your own computer to take more practice tests. Strategy #4 DESMOS DESTRUCTION
NTI Practice Proctor Guide Final Thunderbolts EditionPractice Day Proctor Guide New Tech Institute • NTI Thunderbolts Edition Practice Day Version Part 1: Room Organization (Strict Enforcement) The Testing Desk • Device (Connected to Wi-Fi) • Power Cord (Plugged in or available) • School Pencil & Scratch Paper • NOTHING ELSE Off-Desk Protocol • Under Desk: Bags (Closed), Food/Drink, Calc, Batteries. • Perimeter Only: Cell phones (Powered OFF), Smartwatches, Coats, Backpacks. Part 2: Digital Readiness Instructions Direct students through these steps: 1. Instruct all students to open Bluebook. 2. Select "Digital Readiness" from the main dashboard. 3. NO SESSION CODE NEEDED. Students follow prompts to verify names/devices. 4. Ensure every student completes the check and remains on the final "Ready to Test" screen. "This check ensures your device is fully compatible. Victory starts with preparation—let's get this right now." Part 3: Full-Length Practice (2h 14m) Proctor Script: "Now, we will begin the Full-Length Practice. In Bluebook, select 'Practice and Prepare,' then 'Full-Length Practice.' Choose 'Practice Test 1.' There is no proctor code for this practice test. Thunderbolts, let's show what we can do." NTI Thunderbolts Protocol Digital Readiness & Practice Day Guide
