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Houston High School AspireACT Tutoring

Are you ready to crush the ACT?

Houston High School is excited to announce the launch of the Mustang AspireACT Tutoring Program – your ticket to achieving your highest possible score. This isn't just another tutoring program; it's your personal launchpad to college acceptance and scholarship opportunities.

 

Why does the ACT matter? Let's be real: it's a major key to unlocking your future. Top colleges look at ACT scores, and impressive scores can mean scholarships that make college more affordable. We're talking life-changing money here, Mustangs!

 

So, what's in it for you? Free tutoring sessions led by HHS teachers who know their stuff. You'll get personalized help in the areas where you need it most, whether it's math, science, reading, or English. Plus, our easy-to-use online system makes signing up a breeze. Just use your GMSD email, pick your session, and boom – you're in! We'll even send you reminders so you won't miss a thing.

But hurry! Spots are limited, and they're going to fill up FAST. Don't let this opportunity slip through your fingers.

 

Ready to take control of your future? Read below for instructions on how to participate--Sign up for the Mustang AspireACT Tutoring Program today! Your college dreams are just a few steps away.

 

FREE Monthly Tutoring Sessions:
Elevate your ACT score to new levels through our free ACT tutoring program. These personalized sessions, taught by HHS teachers, are designed for all students who aspire to improve their ACT score.
 
Each tutor offers three 60-minute sessions every month. Students can choose their subject area and register for available after school dates.  And, registration is simple! Have your student use their GMSD email address to sign up.  It will populate their calendar and even send them a text reminder to attend.  Teachers may also reach out to students prior to sessions and ask for current subtest scores, etc.  
 
Spots will fill up fast, so don't miss out! Sign up for Mustang AspireACT Tutoring Program today!

 

Other Ongoing ACT Preparation Opportunities through Houston High School:

Quarterly ACT Workshops: New, four-hour long intensive workshops on Saturdays will provide students with general ACT tips and focus on specific subject areas. These sessions will be offered twice a semester for students who need a boot-camp-style preparation event to reach their maximum potential for the test.
In-School Support: During key testing periods in October and February, classroom teachers will also host ACT preparation research-backed activities and assignments.  These sessions will take place during school hours to prepare juniors and seniors for their testing. 
 
Monthly Parent Tips: GMSD's new ACT Supervisor Megan Jackson will share useful tips for parents and reminders for students to sign up for tutoring sessions. 

Meet our AspireACT Tutors

Each of these GMSD Subject Area Experts has spent the summer training to provide the most up-to-date strategies for increasing ACT scores.  They will work with your students as a part of an aggressive new ACT preparation program at Houston High School.  
all of the tutors are in a line, with their arms crossed, and expert-looking faces!
Ashton Collins - ACT Math Tutor
  • 5 years of experience
  • Subjects Taught: Algebra II and Pre-Calculus
  • Tip for Parents: "The more times you can take the ACT the better! Do not wait until the spring of junior year to take it for the first time."
  • Book a Session with Mr. Collins
 
Sabeen Khawaja - ACT Math Tutor
  • 10 years of Experience
  • Subjects Taught: Algebra I Algebra II, Geometry, and ACT Prep
  • Tip for Parents: "You only need 35/60 correct to score 22 (Benchmark) on your Math ACT, so focus on getting the first half of the test questions correct. The questions get difficult towards the end of the Math test."
  • Book a Session with Ms. Khawaja
 
Rhonda Martin - ACT Reading Tutor
  • 24 years of Experience
  • Subjects Taught: AP Government, AP US History, AP World History, AP European History, Economics, British Literature, English Literature, World Literature, currently teaching AP European History and Humanities
  • Tip for Parents: "You don't have to read the entire reading section...rather read the questions first and then scan the passage!"
  • Book a Session with Ms. Martin
 
Jessica Minton - Science Reasoning Tutor 
  • 16 years of Experience 
  • Subjects Taught: Environmental Science, AP Environmental Science, Biology A/B, Physical Science Honors, Honors A&P, STEM I & II, AAD Personal Finance, AAD Earth Science, AAD Physical Science
  • Tip for Parents: "The Science Reasoning is knowing the set-up, trusting the evidence, and knowing the trends. The content is there, but the key is the questions to the evidence presented."
  • Book a Session with Ms. Minton
 

Valerie McKinney - ACT English Tutor

  • 25 years of Experience
  • Subjects Taught: AP Literature and AP Seminar
  • Tip for Parents: "Practice taking the English section as many times as possible. You'll become familiar with how the questions are asked and how ACT expects you to answer them. Work on your skills using the big red ACT prep book consistently."
  • Book a Session with Ms. McKinney