Students in the program spend approximately four hours a month in Kaplan's offices meeting with their mentors and attending seminars on such topics as developing a resume, finding an internship, researching and selecting colleges, and writing college essays. We also offer SAT course scholarships to all juniors in the program. College Application Advising Kaplan volunteers advise seniors on college application strategies and on writing and refining college application essays. Study Skills Seminars Kaplan provides materials and training to teachers to conduct summer study skills workshops for incoming ninth grade students. Topics include reading, memorization, time management, note taking, library skills, essay writing, oral presentations and vocabulary.
Every student receives twelve hours of instruction over four weeks.
Parent Seminars Kaplan provides speakers for an ongoing series of seminars designed to get parents more involved in their children's education. In a joint program with the Governors Committee, Kaplan provides college scholarship funds to select A. Philip Randolph High School students who demonstrate motivation and financial need. Donations Kaplan has donated computers, books and software products to help students prepare for standardized tests and navigate the college admissions process. In conjunction with the New York City Partnership, Kaplan conducts monthly workshops for between 15 and 20 New York City elementary, middle and high school principals. Through intensive, full-day seminars featuring Kaplan speakers, participants enhance their knowledge in such areas as technology, time management, team building and communications.