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Wednesday, June 25th, 5:30 pm Eastern
3 simple steps to prevent a last-minute testing scramble
— Even if you plan to go test-optional because testing isn’t their thing.
Without real data, your kid’s priorities
& potential might not be what you think.
On June 25th, 5:30-6:30pm ET, learn how to:
✔ Be prepared if testing policies change—because some will
✔ Know what role testing will play in your teen’s admissions strategy
✔ Avoid crossing dream schools off the list too soon
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Why Now?
You probably want to give your kid a break this summer, and you will.
But if the testing question is left for junior year — or your kid goes all-in on prep without a grounded strategy? Families often find themselves scrambling. Either to meet requirements they never saw coming, or fill the overlooked gaps in their admissions portfolio.
The good news? Your rising junior only needs to do one thing this summer.
In this masterclass, Signet CEO Sheila Akbar and testing policy expert Akil Bello will break it down into 3 simple steps to make sure testing is a strategic decision that benefits your kid.
We’ll cover:
✔ Why jumping into prep without a clear strategy can backfire, and how to make sure your teen’s efforts pay off
✔ How to tell whether skipping testing completely is the best move, or if it’s unnecessarily limiting your options
✔ What to do this summer to collect the data you need to keep more doors open, without overloading your kid
✔ How to get a teenager on board with small steps now so they’re not overwhelmed when the school year ramps up
This is how you protect their college options—and everyone’s sanity.
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Save your spot anyway and we’ll send you the replay.
WHO’S LEADING THE CLASS?
SHEILA AKBAR
Sheila has guided hundreds of students and families through this process, helping them make strategic moves that lead to better outcomes. In this class, she’ll teach you how to use visits the right way—so you and your kid know how to make the best possible decisions.
AKIL BELLO
Akil Bello is an admissions testing expert who, after selling his test-prep company, went on to work in education policy and advocacy. A champion of student choice who understands institutional priorities inside and out, we are lucky to have his perspective on helping students strategize their admissions success.
Join us and we’ll help you make a wise, informed decision about whether & how to test, so you have more choice over your college options — and less stress down the line.
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Sheila Akbar, PhD is President & CEO of Signet Education, a full service education consulting company offering holistic support to teens and their families as they navigate high school and the college admissions process.
Sheila's bright and uplifting perspective on college prep is changing the face of what it means to parent through the high-school-to-college years. With a deep belief in the successful partnership of parents and teens, her influence is affecting student after student and family after family to reach beyond their dreams to new levels of success. She and her team at Signet Education have seen more than 10K students' lives changed through meaningful academic mentorship.
Sheila holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from Harvard University and two doctoral degrees from Indiana University.