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HIGH SCORES HAPPEN ONLINE

In these eight, 3-hour online lessons, your student will learn how to build confidence and master test-taking skills. Each session includes realistic practice and targeted content review so they'll be ready for any math or ELA problem they'll see on the test.

ONLINE DOESN'T MEAN ALONE

Our expert teachers have second-to-none credentials, top scores on the SHSAT, and a proven record of helping students gain admission into New York City Specialized High Schools.

OUR INSTRUCTORS

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We know that amazing teaching is about more than knowing the material. Our tutors are committed, captivating instructors who work with students to find their best path to success.

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Only the best

Our team of teachers and tutors is the foundation of our programs. Each has second-to-none credentials, top test scores, and extensive training and development. Kaplan's teacher certification and development program ensures that our teachers and tutors are authorities on the tests, on score-raising strategies, and on teaching practices to raise test scores.

Niamh Sheehan
Niamh Sheehan
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Jan Lei
Jan Lei
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Arthur Ahn
Arthur Ahn
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 Michael Silberblatt
Michael Silberblatt
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 Angela Degiulio
Angela Degiulio
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 Jabari Brisport
Jabari Brisport
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Niamh Sheehan Niamh Sheehan

Niamh attended Brown University, where she studied education and linguistics. Outside of her Kaplan classroom, Niamh is pursuing a masters degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College.

"I attended the High School of American Studies at Lehman College."

"I love to swim, particularly long distance and butterfly. I even have a swim cap autographed by Michael Phelps in my room!"

"When I was 6 years old, I was on a billboard promoting osteoporosis awareness. I wore my Girl Scout uniform and even had a milk mustache. Got milk?"

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Tutoring

Get 1-on-1 help from an expert SHSAT teacher who will personalize your student's study plan to their needs.

Why Prep with Kaplan?

CUSTOMIZED

Kaplan's comprehensive courses are research-based and specifically designed to help students score higher on the test.

EXPERIENCE

Our founder, Stanley H. Kaplan, invented the test prep industry in Brooklyn over 75 years ago.

RESULTS

We focus on teaching your child strategies while also reviewing content on the test.

STRATEGY

We maximize your child’s time with the right strategies—not memorization and drill techniques.

ASSURANCE

We understand a high score can change the trajectory of your child’s education.