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Revolution Prep group courses give students techniques and strategies to conquer the Math, Reading and Writing sections of the SAT Reasoning Test. Group Course Highlights: * 6+ comprehensive classes * 5+ full-length proctored practice exams * Meets on local high school campuses * Classes average around 15 students * Personalized, targeted homework * The best instructors * Test Zone strategies * Score improvement guarantee The classroom course is comprised of two major components: interactive lectures and practice exams. During the lectures, our instructors review crucial math, reading and writing skills as well as test-taking techniques for each problem type that will allow students to recognize and attack every question on the SAT. Students are also given five practice exams that simulate the official SAT as closely as possible. Each week, students receive detailed feedback and analysis of their practice exams, including specific essay comments targeting the areas that need to be improved. This experience gives students the confidence and comfort level to perform their best on test day.
When: Aug 28, 2010 12 AM to Oct 5, 2010 12 AM Where: Postal code 02339, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts (Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00 )
The Hybrid program combines the foundation of our full group course with 4 hours of individualized one-on-one instruction from a private tutor. Hybrid Program Highlights * Full Group Course plus 2 two-hour one-on-one tutoring sessions * Includes free access to our Online SAT Course, a $299 value * Meets on local high school campuses (tutoring is in-home) * Classes average around 15 students * Innovative technology * The best instructors * Test Zone strategies * Score improvement guarantee The Hybrid is perfect for students who enjoy the social atmosphere of a group course, but could also benefit from some extra one-on-one attention. In addition to the 6 lectures and 5 practice exams of the six-week group course, hybrid students schedule 2 two-hour sessions directly with a tutor during a time that fits their schedule. Tutors review students' practice exams to create a customized curriculum that focuses on each student's problem areas to maximize score improvement.
When: Aug 28, 2010 12 AM to Oct 5, 2010 12 AM Where: Postal code 02339, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts (Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00 )
Revolution Prep group courses give students techniques and strategies to conquer the Math, Reading and Writing sections of the SAT Reasoning Test. Group Course Highlights: * 6+ comprehensive classes * 5+ full-length proctored practice exams * Meets on local high school campuses * Classes average around 15 students * Personalized, targeted homework * The best instructors * Test Zone strategies * Score improvement guarantee The classroom course is comprised of two major components: interactive lectures and practice exams. During the lectures, our instructors review crucial math, reading and writing skills as well as test-taking techniques for each problem type that will allow students to recognize and attack every question on the SAT. Students are also given five practice exams that simulate the official SAT as closely as possible. Each week, students receive detailed feedback and analysis of their practice exams, including specific essay comments targeting the areas that need to be improved. This experience gives students the confidence and comfort level to perform their best on test day.
When: Sep 7, 2010 12 AM to Oct 7, 2010 12 AM Where: Postal code 02339, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00 )
The Hybrid program combines the foundation of our full group course with 4 hours of individualized one-on-one instruction from a private tutor. Hybrid Program Highlights * Full Group Course plus 2 two-hour one-on-one tutoring sessions * Includes free access to our Online SAT Course, a $299 value * Meets on local high school campuses (tutoring is in-home) * Classes average around 15 students * Innovative technology * The best instructors * Test Zone strategies * Score improvement guarantee The Hybrid is perfect for students who enjoy the social atmosphere of a group course, but could also benefit from some extra one-on-one attention. In addition to the 6 lectures and 5 practice exams of the six-week group course, hybrid students schedule 2 two-hour sessions directly with a tutor during a time that fits their schedule. Tutors review students' practice exams to create a customized curriculum that focuses on each student's problem areas to maximize score improvement.
When: Sep 7, 2010 12 AM to Oct 7, 2010 12 AM Where: Postal code 02339, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00 )
Stop by Nicole Perry's (Images Everything) Home for a cup of coffee! Kids can play while we chat! We will do some Best Practice Sharing so please bring one idea to share that helps keep you and your business organized! Nicole is offering to raffle off one of her gorgeous items...don't forget your business cards so you can enter the raffle. Thanks Nicole for opening your home to us!
When: Sep 16, 2010 9 AM Where: Hanover, Massachusetts, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts (Thu, 16 Sep 2010 09 )
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The Norwell Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Meeting and Business Awards Luncheon at Joe's American Bar & GrillinHanover (Merchants Row)on Thursday, September 23 from noon 1:30 p.m.
There will be a short program honoring the recipients of this year's Entrepreneurial Spirit and Community Support Awards. Installation of the 2010-2011 Officers and Board of Directors for the Norwell Chamber will also be held.
Program will begin promptly at noon; registration will begin at 11:45 a.m.
Cost is $25 per person for a hot buffet lunch. Always a popular event, it's a perfect time to get back to business and reconnect with fellow Chamber members - hope to see you there!
When: Sep 23, 2010 12 PM to Sep 23, 2010 1 PM Where: Postal code 02339, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts Cost: Buffet lunch 25.00
Revolution Prep group courses give students techniques and strategies to conquer the Math, Reading and Writing sections of the SAT Reasoning Test. Group Course Highlights: * 6+ comprehensive classes * 5+ full-length proctored practice exams * Meets on local high school campuses * Classes average around 15 students * Personalized, targeted homework * The best instructors * Test Zone strategies * Score improvement guarantee The classroom course is comprised of two major components: interactive lectures and practice exams. During the lectures, our instructors review crucial math, reading and writing skills as well as test-taking techniques for each problem type that will allow students to recognize and attack every question on the SAT. Students are also given five practice exams that simulate the official SAT as closely as possible. Each week, students receive detailed feedback and analysis of their practice exams, including specific essay comments targeting the areas that need to be improved. This experience gives students the confidence and comfort level to perform their best on test day.
When: Sep 25, 2010 12 AM to Nov 3, 2010 12 AM Where: Postal code 02339, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts (Sat, 25 Sep 2010 00 )
The Hybrid program combines the foundation of our full group course with 4 hours of individualized one-on-one instruction from a private tutor. Hybrid Program Highlights * Full Group Course plus 2 two-hour one-on-one tutoring sessions * Includes free access to our Online SAT Course, a $299 value * Meets on local high school campuses (tutoring is in-home) * Classes average around 15 students * Innovative technology * The best instructors * Test Zone strategies * Score improvement guarantee The Hybrid is perfect for students who enjoy the social atmosphere of a group course, but could also benefit from some extra one-on-one attention. In addition to the 6 lectures and 5 practice exams of the six-week group course, hybrid students schedule 2 two-hour sessions directly with a tutor during a time that fits their schedule. Tutors review students' practice exams to create a customized curriculum that focuses on each student's problem areas to maximize score improvement.
When: Sep 25, 2010 12 AM to Nov 3, 2010 12 AM Where: Postal code 02339, United States in Hanover, Massachusetts (Sat, 25 Sep 2010 00 )
South Shore Innovation and Mayflower Brewing Companyare proud tosponsor this exciting and wacky event for BREW (Boston Region Entrepreneurship Week).
Selected entrepreneurs and innovatorsstand at a mic and tell a story about one of their startup adventures. Stories are fun, funny and telling. The BREW SLAM will follow the theme "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to My Startup".
Free samples of great beer brewed by Mayflower Brewing Company on the South Shore, just a stone's throw from Plymouth Rock (must be 21).
All you entrepreneurs who have fun or funny stories to tell should sign up. We are particularly looking for stories with lessons learned about Mishaps, Failures, Bumpy Roads and Adventures. Each participant will get up to 5 minutes to tell his or her story in front of the interested crowd of interesting innovators, movers, shakers, and whoever the cat drags in [video removed by censors].
All story fans are welcome to attend andlisten tothe fun!
Yes, the event will be judged by a select team of South Shore Innovators. Originality, fun, humorous and generally crowd-pleasing material and techniques will be the criteria for success. Powerpoints and notecards are not allowed. All talks must stay under 5 minutes and be extemporanous.
Prizes will be awarded as follows: 1st place - $20 2nd place - $15 3rd place - $10
As a bonus, each storyteller will get to post his / her bio or pitch with company logo and an image on the South Shore Innovation web site.
If you are interested in participating in the event as a storyteller, please fill out the application at http://ssinnovation.com. There are only a limited number of storytelling slots available, so hurry up and fill out the application.
Help on StorySLAMs and How to Tell a Story
When: Oct 12, 2010 6 PM to Oct 12, 2010 9 PM Where: Merchants Row Mall in Hanover, Massachusetts Cost: Use this ticket if you want to tell a fun startup story. Not everyone may be able to present, but you still get a discount for your gumption. Startup Storyteller 9.00
Use this ticket if you love stories, startups and having a good time. Maybe next time you will tell a story, right? Story Fan 12.00
