Issue #6 | Don’t Self-Sabotage the SAT
For Families Focused on Fully Funded College Dreams
In This Issue:
- The Dangers of Self-Studying for the SAT
- Partner Spotlight: Bold Maroon & Keon Reid Consulting
- Quote of the Week
- On YouTube This Week
- Announcements
📌 P.S. We’re now 17 days away from this summer’s math & money experience—and it’s shaping up to be the best one yet. Plus: the $300 birthday giveaway is live through July 31!
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This Week’s Tip: The Dangers of Self-Studying for the SAT
Let’s get real: Self-studying can be smart—but it’s not always strategic.
Some students thrive with SAT books and YouTube. But for others? It’s a fast track to burnout, confusion, and plateaus.
Here’s why:
You don’t know what you don’t know.
Many students waste precious time reviewing the wrong material—or worse, solidifying bad habits. They miss out on targeted feedback, which means they practice the same mistakes over and over. They spend hours grinding with no clear roadmap or timeline.
So what can parents do?
Here are 3 ways to make self-study more effective:
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Start with a diagnostic test.
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Use tools that give feedback.
Desmos, Khan Academy, and Sharpe Sessions videos all offer ways to learn from mistakes (not just repeat them). -
Know when to get support.
If your child’s score has stalled, or they’re getting overwhelmed, that’s your sign: it’s time to bring in a coach.
💡 Remember: SAT scores = scholarship dollars. Every point counts—and so does your strategy.
Want expert help for the final prep push? Book a free SAT consult with us today.
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Partner Spotlight:
Bold Maroon
Bold Maroon is a global business consultancy helping multicultural founders, mission-led midsize brands, and purposeful nonprofits tell stories that matter.
Their team helps brands thrive through:
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Purpose-driven communication
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Strategic brand development
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Multicultural marketing + PR
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Corporate social responsibility
Shelly-Ann Wilson Anderson, CEO of Bold Maroon, brings over 20 years of experience and heart-led leadership to every brand they build.
📌 Fun Fact: Bold Maroon has been a partner in our summer enrichment for 2 years running! 🙌🏽
💻 Learn more:
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Keon Reid Consulting
Keon Reid Consulting fuels impact-driven organizations with high-level grant writing support and project execution strategies. At KRC, transformation isn’t just a goal — it’s a commitment. With years of service in both the scientific and business communities, KRC provides a unique and forward-thinking approach to aid clients in the pursuit of heightened development and growth, helping them leverage their acquired professional skills. From nonprofit startups to growing educational programs, KRC has helped unlock vital revenue through powerful, persuasive grant writing.
Founder Keon Reid has partnered with Sharpe Sessions for over 5 years—and we’re proud to call them family.
📌 This summer marks KRC’s 2nd year partnering with our enrichment programs!
Looking for grant support? Reach out to KRC today.
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Quote of the Week
“The most dangerous thing about what we don’t know… is not knowing we don’t know it.”
— Donald Rumsfeld
When it comes to studying for the SAT—or building confidence in math—this quote hits home.
Most students think they’re "okay" in math until test day proves otherwise. That’s the danger: the unknown gaps—the formulas they thought they mastered, the word problems they misunderstood, or the timing strategy they never practiced.
That’s why we never recommend going into test prep blindly. Self-studying is powerful, but only when it’s strategic and self-aware. The key is using tools like our SAT Error Book and SAT Cheat Sheet to uncover exactly what you don’t know—so you can master it early and score higher.
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On Our Youtube Channel This Week
Is your child struggling with absolute value equations on the SAT?
In this week’s video, Dr. Grant breaks it down step-by-step:
✔️ How to truly understand the concept
✔️ Solve SAT-style problems by hand AND with Desmos
✔️ Avoid common test-day traps
✔️ Master this must-know skill for a 1450+ score
📘 Bonus: Absolute value equations are one of the SAT’s most common trick questions—don’t let them trip your child up.
Watch the video now and share it with your scholar!
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Announcements
🎯 $300+ Referral Giveaway Is On!
It’s Dr. Grant’s birthday month—and we’re blessing families while we celebrate!
Refer a friend who signs up for any qualifying tutoring program — and BOTH of you receive a $300 reward!
This includes our Semester, Annual, or Icosogan Tutoring Service enrollments.
From now until July 31, every referral = a chance to win $300+.
Here’s how:
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Forward this newsletter to a friend
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Have them subscribe and mention YOUR name
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Each referral = 1 entry to win!
The more you share, the better your odds. Let’s spread the wealth.
🎯The Countdown is On to The Young CEO Experience: Business, Math & Money Mastery
We’re just 17 days away from this summer’s enrichment!
The Young C.E.O. Experience
🗓️ Date: July 26, 2025
📍 Location: Snellville, GA
💡 Theme: Business, Math & Money Mastery
🎟️ Cost: FREE | Ages: 4–16
Until Next Time...
Keep building your child’s math confidence. We’re with you every step of the way—toward scholarships, success, and the dream school they deserve.
—The Sharpe Sessions Team 💛
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