College Standardized Testing
Standardized testing is an ever changing landscape and can be often confusing to students and parents. The movement to test-review, test-flexible, test-optional, test-free/blind – college admission terms, each with a distinct definition, can be enough to drive you bonkers in the college search process!
What does all this mean for upcoming test takers?
These adjustments in testing requirements can create both a sense of relief and unintended distress for students, largely stemming from the varying ways in which institutions refer to their test review policies. Our partners at Compass Education Group produce excellent resources and research regarding the evolution of standardized testing. Please join us on Monday, October 13, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. to hear an overview of College Testing for the 2025-2026 academic year and beyond.
Test Preparation for our Torreys
We have the pleasure of partnering with the Winward Academy to provide ACT and SAT test preparation services for our students. Winward Academy is one of the world’s leading innovators in the online education space, providing web-based academic support that enhances students’ knowledge, confidence and competitiveness in academics and in college applications. Winward Academy provides personalized, comprehensive test preparation and extensive math curriculum support. The learning platform honors over 40 years of education and cognitive psychology research, incorporating proven techniques which promotes effective learning.
Through a generous gift from an alumni family to all LJCDS students in grades 9-12, our Upper School students/families will be able to benefit from Winward Academy test preparation at no cost.
Founded by Dr. Jennifer Winward, Winward Academy is transforming how students master the ACT & SAT, thrive in math class, and shine in college applications. Students have access to all content and strategies for the ACT, the SAT or both tests, 7,000+ practice questions from real past ACT and SAT exams, step-by-step explanations for 4 real ACT’s and 4 real SAT’s, and ACT and SAT diagnostic with immediate access to a customized dashboard with strengths and weaknesses broken down by concept.
To learn more about Winward Academy, please join us virtually for a “Conversation with Dr. Jennifer Winward” on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Zoom details to be sent out as the presentation approaches.
However, if you are ready to begin, please complete this registration form, and a member of Dr. Winward’s team will reach out to you directly.
