π» Online SSAT Prep Course β Notes & Benefits
ποΈ Three Sessions to Match Your Schedule and Test Date
Summer Session begins July 14th and runs through August 4th. Classes are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 9am. Online access continues through to the next calendar year.
Fall Session I begins Monday, September 15 and runs through Wednesday, November 5 β perfect for students preparing for the November 15th paper SSAT.
Fall Session II begins Monday, November 10 and continues through December, taking some time off around Christmas, of course, but ideal for students testing in January. Specifically, January 3, 2026.
π Live Classes Twice a Week
β’ Classes meet Monday and Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM (ET). Each session should consist of at least 14 Zoom lessons.
β’ Each session lasts about one hour and includes time for live interaction and Q&A.
π Traditional Structure, Modern Delivery
β’ Every student receives a physical textbook in the mail that anchors the course.
β’ Mr. Dugan shares his screen and annotates in real time, helping students visually grasp strategies for math problems and reading comprehension.
π₯ Recorded Lessons & Topic Deep Dives
β’ Canβt attend live? Every lesson is recorded and available for viewing almost immediately after class.
β’ A library of video tutorials focuses on βhot buttonβ topics and tough SSAT concepts.
π Robust Vocabulary Program Included
β’ Students gain access to a structured online vocabulary platform, with quizzes and word drills that reinforce core test language skills.
π€ Interactive, Personalized Learning
β’ Each class involves student participation and questions.
β’ After each session, Mr. Dugan hosts a quick open Zoom βhangoutβ for students needing extra help or one-on-one clarification.
π§ Comprehensive Coverage
β’ All sections of the SSAT are taught and reinforced: Quantitative (Math), Reading Comprehension, Verbal, Synonyms, Analogies, and Writing Sample.
π Accessible from Anywhere
β’ Designed to replicate the feel of a traditional classroom while offering the flexibility of online learning for students across time zones.
π§βπ« Led by a Trusted Educator with 30+ Years of Experience
β’ Mr. John Dugan brings the same passion, clarity, and expertise to his online SSAT classes that he has shared with students at top schools like Mater Dei and Phillips Andover.