The Ohio State University at Marion will offer a series of ACT prep classes for high school students, specifically designed to prepare them for their upcoming college entrance exams.

Those interested in learning more or registering for an upcoming class are asked to contact Jean Dodd in community relations at 740-725-6340. Prepayment is required for all classes and class size is limited.

Michael Short will be the instructor for the classes. Michael received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Campbellsville University, and his Master of Arts in History from Morehead State University, and his M.A.C.H.E. in student personnel services from Morehead State University. He is a recognized expert and well known in area high schools for his work in college access services including FAFSA, scholarship searching, essay writing, and test preparation.

Short is the Director of Student Affairs at The Ohio State University of Marion and the former executive director of the I CAN Center of Excellence, a regional college access program.

ACT Prep Class One (FOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS)
May 16 and May 23, 2009, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The 10-hour course will have a 2 hour session on general ACT test taking concepts and strategies and a 2 hour session on each of the 4 major subtests. The class will meet on two consecutive Saturdays. Participants will receive an ACT study book and ACT workbook. This course is intended for high school juniors. The workshop cost is $100.00. Registration and prepayment are due May 1, 2009.

ACT Prep Class Two (FOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS)
May 18 to May 22, 2009, 6 to 8 p.m.
The 10-hour course will have a 2 hour session on general ACT test taking concepts and strategies and a 2 hour session on each of the 4 major subtests. The class will meet nightly for one week. Participants will receive an ACT study book and ACT workbook. This course is intended for high school juniors. The workshop cost is $100.00. Registration and prepayment are due May 1, 2009.

ACT Prep Class Three (FOR HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, & SENIORS)
July 27 through July 31, 2009, 8 a.m. to 12 noon.
The 20-hour course will meet for 4 hours each morning and will include general test taking concepts and strategies, intensive work on each of the four major subtests and a session on the writing components. Participants will receive an ACT study book and ACT workbook. This course is designed for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Previous participants in either Class One or Class Two will receive a 20% discount for this workshop. The workshop cost is $200.00. Registration and prepayment are due July 6, 2009.