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The Learning Resource Center’s GED Preparation Course helps change lives by preparing adult students studying for the GED, working to shape their futures, to pass each subject-area exam.

Next Course

We are currently enrolling for the next course which will focus on Science. The class will begin on Tuesday, March 2, and will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. through Thursday, March 25.

Where to Register

Please register by calling the Learning Resource Center at 863-688-9477.

About LRC’s GED Prep Program

The Learning Resource Center’s GED Preparation Course helps change lives by preparing adult students studying for the GED, working to shape their futures, to pass each subject-area exam.

This course is designed to help students achieve their best possible score by providing small classes with a highly-trained instructor; problem-solving strategies for analyzing and answering GED questions; practice taking GED exams; emphasis on test-taking techniques and strategies specific to the GED that help build confidence and reduce test anxiety.

The GED test is comprised of four subjects created to test students’ skills and knowledge in different topics. The four subjects are:

I. Math– Quantitative & algebraic problem solving
II. Science– Life science, physical science, earth and space science
III. Social Studies– Civics and government, U.S. history, economics, geography and
the world
IV. Reasoning Through Language Arts– Ability to read closely, write clearly, and edit/understand written text

The courses are held virtually. All subjects take place over four weeks except for math, which is eight weeks.

Each subject course costs $25. Scholarships may be available based on need.

https://lrcpolk.com/test-prep/ged-prep/

The Learning Resource Center’s GED Preparation Course helps change lives by preparing adult students studying for the GED, working to shape their futures, to pass each subject-area exam.
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About GED Prep

This course is designed to help students achieve their best possible score by providing small classes with a highly-trained instructor; problem-solving strategies for analyzing and answering GED questions; practice taking GED exams; emphasis on test-taking techniques and strategies specific to the GED that help build confidence and reduce test anxiety.

The GED test is comprised of four subjects created to test students’ skills and knowledge in different topics. The four subjects are:

I. Math– Quantitative & algebraic problem solving
II. Science– Life science, physical science, earth and space science
III. Social Studies– Civics and government, U.S. history, economics, geography and
the world
IV. Reasoning Through Language Arts– Ability to read closely, write clearly, and edit/understand written text

The courses are held virtually. All subjects take place over four weeks except for math, which is eight weeks.

Each subject course costs $25. Scholarships may be available based on need.

Next Course

We are currently enrolling for the next course which will focus on Social Studies. The class will begin on Tuesday, February 2, and will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. through Thursday, February 25.

Where to Register

https://lrcpolk.com/test-prep/ged-prep/

LRC’s 2019 Fall Programming



After a productive and rewarding summer, LRC has successfully transitioned to the fall season. With a wrap on our first SAT & ACT Prep courses and a middle school Study Habits course in progress, this semester is shaping up to be a fruitful one. We’re not done yet, though! High school students planning to take the ACT or SAT in December should take advantage of ACT Prep beginning Nov. 4 or SAT Prep starting Nov. 5 to master exam-specific strategies and become test-confident!
 

In progress:

Study Habits of Successful Students (Wed. through 11/13)

 

Ongoing:

One to One tutoring (Year-round, Polk)
 

Upcoming:

ACT Prep 11/4 (Mon. & Wed.)
SAT Prep 11/5 (Tues. & Thurs.)

 

Current Afterschool Programs:

Club Eagle After School at Crystal Lake Elementary, Lakeland
PEP After School at PEP Education Center, Winter Haven

 
As always, we offer one-to-one tutoring throughout Polk County for all grade levels. Your student doesn’t have to struggle. Call us at 863-688-9477 or visit us online to get started.
 

We can help!

 
 

Don’t miss the exams! We’ve compiled a list of 2018 ACT & SAT dates and deadlines to make it easier for you to keep up with them all. Scroll down to find the test dates that work best for you.
 
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2018 ACT

[table]
Test Date,Registration Deadline,Late Fee Required
February 10,January 12,January 13-19
April 14,March 9,March 10-23
June 9,May 4,May 5-18
July 14,June 15,June 16-22
September 8,August 10,August 11-26
October 27,September 28,September 29-October 14
December 8,November 2,November 3-19
[/table]
Earn your best possible score on the ACT with LRC’s ACT Prep.
Information gathered from ACTstudent.org
 

2018 SAT

Test dates may be subject to change
 
[table]
Test Date ,Registration Deadline, Late Mail Deadline, Late Phone/Online Deadline
March 10,February 9,February 20,February 28
May 5,April 6,April 17,April 25
June 2,May 3,May 15 ,May 23
August 25,July 27,August 7,August 15
October 6,September 7,September 18,September 26
Nov. 3,October 5,October 16,October 24
Dec. 1,November 2,November 13,November 20
[/table]
Prepare for the SAT with LRC’s SAT Preparation.
Find more information on the SAT, and register for the exam at SAT.collegeboard.org
 
Check back for the remaining dates, which will be added throughout the year as they are announced.
 
 
Related Posts:
2017 ACT & SAT Dates

 
 

Begin the new school year on the path to success with the Learning Resource Center’s fall enrichment programs and services.

 
LRC Programs and Services Polk County

SAT Prep

The Learning Resource Center’s SAT® Preparation course provides an efficient and effective 23-hour course designed to help students achieve their best possible score on the exam.
The full course will take place on Tuesdays (Math) and Thursdays (Reading) for four weeks as well as one Saturday (Writing).
Where: Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland
When: September 5-28, 2017; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. &
Saturday, Sept. 16, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Cost: $440* for the full course *Ask about our Sliding Fee Scale
Register: SAT Prep Courses or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 

ACT Prep

Learning Resource Center’s ACT Preparation course provides an efficient and effective 23-hour course designed to help students achieve their best possible score on the ACT. This course provides: small classes with highly trained teachers, problem-solving strategies for analyzing and answering ACT questions, practice taking ACT exams, emphasis on test-taking techniques and strategies specific to the ACT that help build confidence and reduce test anxiety. The full course will take place on Mondays (Math/Science) and Wednesdays (English/Reading) for four weeks as well as one Saturday (Writing).
Where: Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland
When: Sept. 25-Oct. 25, 2017; Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. &
Saturday, Oct. 7, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Cost: $440* for the full course *Ask about our Sliding Fee Scale
Register: ACT Prep Courses or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 

Study Habits

The Learning Resource Center’s Study Habits of Successful Students provides study skills and motivational strategies to prepare students in grades 6-8 to become more effective learners. Students learn and practice time-tested, effective, and efficient study strategies. The course is designed to offer small classes with activity-oriented lessons to help students learn and practice these study habits of successful students.
Where: Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland
When: Sept. 25-Oct. 30, 2017; Mondays, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
Cost: $145*, *Ask about our Sliding Fee Scale
Register: Study Habits Courses or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 

College Success Planning

Get the Competitive Edge…College Success Planning provides study skills and motivational strategies to prepare students in grades 9-12 to become more effective learners. Students learn and practice time-tested, effective, and efficient study strategies, as well as concrete techniques to get the competitive edge necessary for high school and college. The course offers small classes with activity-oriented lessons to help students learn and practice these study habits of successful students.
Where: Learning Resource Center, 1628 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland
When: Nov. 6-Dec. 11, 2017; Mondays, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
Cost: $145*, *Ask about our Sliding Fee Scale
Register: College Success Planning Courses or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 

One-to-One Tutoring

LRC’s One-to-One Tutoring Services include:

  • One-to-One instruction with a highly-qualified teacher
  • Multi-Sensory learning strategies geared toward individual learning styles
  • Improvement of student’s academic achievement
  • Enhancement of student’s self-esteem to improve school success
  • Flexible schedules and locations
  • Wide variety of subjects & exams

Where: Throughout Polk County
When: Year-round
Cost: Based on the number of hours & gross family income
Register: 1-to-1 Tutoring or call 863-688-9477 during office hours
 
 

LRC is rolling out its lineup of 2017 summer enrichment programs for kindergarten through high school grade levels.
 
Scroll down to find out about each program and to find the one that best suits you or your student.
 

Kindergarten-Readiness

Rising and repeating kindergartners can gain the skills necessary for school at LRC’s Camp READY! featuring multi-sensory learning experiences in a fun, engaging format at ten locations throughout Polk County. On average, Camp READY! students who attend the full program demonstrate learning gains of seven months in vocabulary development. Camps will take place for four weeks during June 6-July 28, 2017. Dates and times vary by site. The cost is $25 for the entire month.
Camp Ready Winter Haven parent program

 

Elementary Academic Camps

Students entering 1st- 5th grade are invited to Camp Discovery at All Saints Academy in Winter Haven. Camps will focus on critical thinking, reading, writing, science and math skills, offering students four, week-long camps during June 5-30, 2017, Monday-Friday. Choose half-day camp from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. for $140 per week or full-day from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for $200 per week.
 
Students entering 1st-6th grade are encouraged to attend Super Summer Success, an enrichment program that helps students maintain their mental momentum throughout the summer with a fun and active approach to reading, writing and math. Super Summer Success will take place June 12-29, 2017, Monday-Thursday, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at South McKeel Academy in Lakeland. The full cost is $315.
 

Study Skills

Middle school and high school students may consider study skills courses that provide motivational strategies and study techniques to become more effective learners. Study Habits of Successful Students for grades 6-8 will take place July 10-14, 2017 from 9:30-11:30 a.m., while Get the Competitive Edge…College Success Planning for grades 9-12 will take place July 10-14, 2017 from 1-3 p.m. Both will be held at the Learning Resource Center in Lakeland. The cost for each is $145.
 

Test Prep

High School students will benefit from LRC’s ACT and SAT summer test preparation courses. Preparation courses are designed to build confident, successful students, helping them achieve their best possible score through problem-solving strategies tailored towards each test. The ACT Summer Prep Course will take place July 17-21, 2017 (9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for the full course) at the Learning Resource Center, while the SAT Summer Prep Course will take place July 24-27, 2017 (9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for the full course) at the Learning Resource Center in Lakeland. The cost of each full course is $440 and includes a book.
 

Tutoring

In addition to the courses and camps mentioned, LRC also continues One-to-One Tutoring services for students of all ages who feel they need an extra boost during the summer months. With more than 500 tutors throughout Polk County who are able to help students in numerous subjects or prepare for various assessments, LRC will find a tutor that can meet your academic need in your area.
 

Information

LRC offers a sliding fee scale based on the gross annual household income. Scholarships are also available for families with documented financial need for any of these programs. For additional information or to enroll, please click on the program link above or call LRC at 863-688-9477.
 
 

To ensure that you’re prepared for the ACT and/or SAT, we’ve compiled a list of the 2017 dates and deadlines all in one place to make it easier. Scroll down below to find the test date that works best for you.
 
test prep
 

ACT

[table]
Test Date,Registration Deadline,Late Fee Required
February 11,January 13,January 14-20
April 8,March 3,March 4-17
June 10,May 5,May 6-19
September 9,August 4,August 5-18
October 28,September 22,September 23-October 6
December 9,November 3,November 4-17
[/table]
Earn your best possible score on the ACT with LRC’s ACT Prep.
Information gathered from ACTstudent.org
 

SAT

Test dates may be subject to change
 
[table]
Test Date ,Registration Deadline, Late Mail Deadline, Late Phone/Online Deadline
January 21, December 21,January 3, January 10
March 11,February 10,February 21,February 28
May 6,April 7,April 18,April 25
June 3,May 9,May 16 ,May 24
August 26,July 28,August 8,August 21
October 7,September 8,September 19,September 27
November 4,October 5,October 17,October 25
December 2,November 2,November 14,November 21
[/table]
Prepare for the SAT with LRC’s SAT Preparation.
Find more information on the SAT, and register for the exam at SAT.collegeboard.org
 
 
Related Posts:
2016 ACT & SAT Dates

 
 

Each school year brings both challenges and opportunities to many students. The Learning Resource Center of Polk County will offer fall enrichment programs for all grade levels to help combat these challenges while creating opportunities.
fall programs graphic

Test Prep


High school students will have the opportunity to become test-wise with SAT and ACT preparation. Both courses will provide students in grades 9-12 the problem-solving strategies, test-specific techniques and motivation needed to build confidence while reducing test anxiety, allowing them to achieve their best possible score.
 
SAT Prep is scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays with three courses this semester: September 6-29, 2016; October 4-27, 2016 and November 1-December 1, 2016.
 
ACT Prep is scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays with two courses this semester: September 26-October 19, 2016 and October 24-November 16, 2016.
 
Each will take place from 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. for four weeks at the Learning Resource Center and will include one Saturday writing session from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The cost of the full SAT Prep or ACT Prep course is $440.
 

Study Skills


Both high school and middle school students will have the opportunity to join grade-appropriate study skills courses that will provide motivational strategies and study techniques, enabling them to become more effective learners. Study Habits of Successful Students for grades 6-8 will take place on Mondays during September 26-October 24, 2016, while Get the Competitive Edge…College Success Planning for grades 9-12 will take place on Mondays during October 31-December 5, 2016. Both courses will are scheduled for five weeks from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the Learning Resource Center in Lakeland. The cost for each is $145.
 

One-to-One Tutoring


In addition to the programs mentioned, LRC offers year-round one-to-one tutoring throughout Polk County for students of all levels. Highly-qualified teachers will provide each student with customized, academic opportunities designed to meet the student’s individual learning style.
 

Financial Assistance


Thanks to United Way of Central Florida, LRC is able to offer a sliding fee scale. Scholarships are available for families with documented financial need for any of these programs. For questions, please call the Learning Resource Center at 863-688-9477. To enroll in any of these courses, click the program link above or call LRC.
 

The Learning Resource Center is offering summer enrichment programs for the 2016 season for kindergarten through high school grade levels. Scroll down to find the level you’re seeking below.
 
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Kindergarten


Rising and repeating kindergartners can gain the skills necessary for school at LRC’s
Camp READY! featuring multi-sensory learning experiences in a fun, engaging format at ten locations throughout Polk County. On average, Camp READY! students who attend the full program demonstrate learning gains of seven months in vocabulary development. Camp READY! dates are June 13-July 29, 2016. Each camp will take place Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. for four weeks except for Poinciana and Ft. Meade camps, which will take place Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Dates vary by location. The cost is $25 for the entire month.
 

Elementary


Students entering 1st- 5th grade are invited to PEP Summer Camps in Winter Haven. A collaboration between LRC, Polk County Public Schools and the Winter Haven Public Education Partnership, this enrichment program will offer students three week-long camps at the PEP Center or Inwood Elementary. Camps will focus on science, sports and art & music with math and reading components and will take place from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Monday-Thursday on June 13-30, 2016. The cost is $25 per week.
 
Students who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade are encouraged to attend Super Summer Success, an enrichment program that helps students maintain their mental momentum through the summer with a fun and active approach to reading, writing and math. Super Summer Success will take place June 20-July 14, 2016 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at South McKeel Academy in Lakeland. The full cost is $395.
 

Middle School


Middle school students may consider Study Habits of Successful Students for motivational strategies and study techniques to become a more effective learner. Lessons will include: Get Motivated, Listen Up and Take Notes, Set Goals to Achieve, Read Actively, Manage Your Time, Become Test-Wise. This study skills course will take place July 11-15 from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at the Learning Resource Center in Lakeland. The cost is $145.
 

High School


High school students can “get the competitive edge” with College Success Planning. Students enrolled in this course will learn and practice time-tested, effective, and efficient study strategies, as well as concrete techniques to gain the competitive edge necessary for high school and college. College Success Planning will take place July 11-15 from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. at the Learning Resource Center in Lakeland. The cost is $145.
 
High School students will benefit from LRC’s ACT and SAT summer test preparation courses. Preparation courses are designed to build confident, successful students, helping them achieve their best possible score through problem-solving strategies tailored towards each test. The ACT Summer Preparation Course will take place July 18-22, 2016 at the Learning Resource Center, while the SAT Summer Preparation Course will take place July 25-29, 2016 at the Learning Resource Center in Lakeland. The cost of each full course is $440.
 

Scholarships & Registration


Scholarships for any of these programs are available to families with a documented financial need. Please do not hesitate to enroll in any of the courses, as many of them are small-group settings and fill up quickly. To register, please click on the program link above or call 863-688-9477.
 
 

Related Posts:

Now Enrolling: Elementary Summer Programs
Get Ready at Camp READY!
Now Enrolling: Camp READY! Summer 2016
 

The next SAT will take place on May 7, and the deadline to register for this exam without a fee is April 8. Those of you who are registered or plan to register, are you prepared for it? Do you feel comfortable with the new SAT format? Do you think your score will reflect your maximum learning potential?
 
Answer “yes” to all of these questions after taking LRC’s SAT Prep.
 
The course will begin on Tuesday, April 12 and will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays for four consecutive weeks, through Thursday, May 5 at the Learning Resource Center in Lakeland. In addition to the four Tuesday and Thursday sessions, the course will also include one Saturday session.
 
Find more details in the graphic below.
 
sat test prep
 

Reserve your place by registering today!