Alexandria Public Schools Community Education

To help prepare for ACT testing, we are offering this intensive test preparation workshop coaches high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to do their best on the ACT. In the five-hour ZAPS seminar, students will learn strategies for using partial knowledge to eliminate wrong choices, gain tips for improving in all four sub-tests: English, Math, Reading, Science; understand the most strategic ways to use limited testing time, take shortened practice tests that mirror the actual testing experience, reduce their test anxiety and gain confidence. Students receive a comprehensive study guide and 24 practice test workouts with detailed answer explanations. Students will also get suggestions for individualized study in the days leading up to the test. The vast majority of students who take this class say that they believe it helped them improve their test score!

Strap on your helmet and gear up for a kids intro to mountain biking! The course will start with bike safety basics and progress to mountain bike fundamentals, with an emphasis on fun. Bike handling, braking, shifting, and cornering are among the skills that will be taught, with the goal of keeping everyone moving for the entire class. Yes, there will be games! Your child will need their own mountain bike-style bike, bike helmet, and water bottle. NOTE: We are using a "Register Now, Pay Later" procedure. You are registering for the class and your credit/debit card or checking account will be charged 3 days prior to the class start date. You will be notified if this class is cancelled.