In this class, we will consider in-depth the admissions test for the specialized high schools of New York City.  Because this is a small group class, we will be able to tailor the experience to the needs of our students.  If a student needs to work on mastering standardized test taking, this is what we will focus on for an amount of time dependent on the number of students who enroll.  If a student most needs to work on reading comprehension, we can dedicate our efforts to strengthening that particular skill as a team.  If a student needs help with math, this can be a guiding objective as we construct a student-centered, team-based experience.