What Students & Counselors Say

"I came to the workshop last year and raised my score 6 points. It worked so well I wanted to come again as a refresher. Chad is an excellent speaker and I'm so glad he came."

"I came last year and my score improved 5 points!!"

"I learned methods for taking the ACT test that I would otherwise have had to learn by taking the ACT as many times as Chad."

"This workshop gave me effective methods for improving my score."

"I have bought many ACT books and this workshop told me more than the books did!"

"It presented ideas and ways to work problems that I would have never known. This was a lot more fun than I expected! I learned more than I could have ever hoped."

"I've taken a couple that took 8 hours & after this one workshop I feel like I've learned the most."

"I have been to a lot of prep courses. More information has been presented here as well as great strategies. I am excited about getting a better score and realize that I have a chance to do better."

"I was worried it may have been boring, but I've never laughed, cried so hard and learned at the same time in a fun way. I liked how you incorporated your family in with it. It made it more real. It gave me that little push of inspiration to get involved and help others too."

"Thank you for including so many life lessons into the workshop. You helped motivate me to take charge of my education. I feel like I have a better understanding of what I can do to improve."

"You've inspired me to not only be a dreamer, but to be a doer."

"I enjoyed it and am going to make me some money so I don't have to flip burgers. I'm going to be a 'doer.'"

"Not only did I learn tips on the ACT test, I learned some valuable life lessons. Absolutely incredible!"

"I loved it! I would so pay to listen to more! I wanna actually practice now. Woh! Great job."

"It was amazing! It inspired me to do better and study for my ACT. I learned so much about scholarships. It was phenomenal."

"This workshop is like none I have been to before. It incorporates ACT skills, life lessons, and fun to benefit my future."

"It was very educational, benefiting, and entertaining. People who make me laugh will get me to learn."

"I'm very inspired to do things not only to better my test scores but also to better myself. Embrace the nerd! :)"

"This is my 5th time to take the workshop & I would come back for a 6th."

"This workshop was a blast!"

"It was GREAT! I will probably score higher just because of the confidence I gained."

"All I can say is, 'Bring on the ACT!'"

"It made a powerful impression on me. I enjoyed it very much."

"It was definitely worth my time and money. This workshop gave different information that the other workshops that I've been to."

"It was very good, especially the price. There is nothing I would change about the workshop. I would recommend it for everyone planning to take the ACT."

"I enjoyed the program. I can't wait to apply the new things that I learned to my test! I've probably never laughed so hard in my life!"

"I loved it! It was worth the money!! I totally thought it would be boring, but it was so fun!"

"This could determine my future. There is a lot of practical, applicable information given."

"The workshop refreshed my memory on classes I hadn't had in 3 years (Geometry) and gave me tips on improving my test taking skills in Science."

"Learning tips about the ACT is going to help me down the road! I liked the humor interjected into the curriculum."

"Feel with your help and my commitment, I can beat the big bad ACT. -Thanks."

"It was great. I like your approach. You really seem to enjoy helping us. You were sincere. Keep it up. You're doing a wonderful job."

"I would love to hear you talk more. You really kept a group of rowdy teens under control. If any one could do that (with this group of kids) I think, as you've proven, you can do anything. Thanks for coming."

"I didn't think I wanted to come. I thought that I would probably be trying to fall asleep. But you really kept my attention. It was GREAT!"

"I liked the stories, tips and humor. I thought that you were going to be an old dude, dictator type. Boy, was I wrong!?"

"I liked your up-beat attitude displayed while teaching. I could tell you enjoyed what you were doing and (that) resulted in my liking it as well. I wasn't sure how to deal with a 3 and 1/2 hour workshop, but your intensity and knowledge helped me stay focused."

"Before we came we thought we were going to spend 3 and 1/2 hours with a weird dork. But you are a totally different person. You made this worth the time."

"To tell you the truth, I wasn't looking forward to coming because the one I went to before was terrible. All you do is take practice tests. I really feel like I learned a lot from this workshop. Also, I really enjoyed being here. I didn't get bored!"

"I'm sure you have heard this a lot, but before I came here I expected a boring workshop and I wanted to get it over with. But what I got was completely the opposite. I learned a ton of information and I had a fun time. It was definitely worth my money."

"I didn't know there were people like you who could make learning fun. It sounds retarded and nerdy, but it's true. You are awesome!"

"I liked how you explained Trig in 5 minutes and I understood it, when I couldn't understand in class after a month."

"I was kind of dreading coming, but my mom pushed me and I couldn't let her down. Now I'm really glad I came and I'm looking forward to my first ACT."

"You have taught me more in minutes than most teachers do in a semester."

"I enjoyed it. I didn't want to come because I was afraid it was going to be boring, but it wasn't."

"It has make me want to actually study for this test and continue to take it over and over again. You made it interesting with the humor. The tips were great, and you have motivated me to try my hardest and study."

"What you told us at the end was the most important thing we could learn. Show me your friends, and I will show you your future."

"This really gets me pumped for the ACT which has always intimidated me. We covered many concepts never considered, and they were easy to remember. Thanks so much!"

"Chad Cargill is amazing! The workshop was very insightful and let me know a lot more about the test and making future plans."

"I loved this workshop! It helped me so much. Chad was so funny & he made the workshop enjoyable!"

"I'm so glad I took this workshop. Thanks to Chad, I have confidence that I will go to college with scholarship money."

"This workshop is not only informative, but also motivational. I know how and am ready to study."

"It broke ACT down & made everything seem more simple."

"It was actually fun, good information, and it really motivated me. I could also see your heart and that you cared."

"Good strategies. I was able to connect to him. He is a very good speaker."

"I admire Chad so much for everything he has done and continues to do! This workshop was so much fun!"

"He really knows how to connect to the students and shows great easy ways to take the test."

"I'm pleased, and do believe I got my $30 worth, because he included problems and examples as he went along. He spoke in a tone that teens could relate to. He has a very nice presence and (is a) very interesting person."

"I enjoyed it. It wasn't boring at all. I was able to laugh and learn. I already feel encouraged to try much harder for the next test. It seemed much shorter than it was."

"Chad was so animated and enthusiastic. I know it will make my ACT score better!"

"Thanks for the info and great advice on my relationship with my inner nerd! I'M GONNA BE NERDY!!!!!"

"Awesome workshop! I would definitely recommend this workshop to others. I feel I will be able to reach my goal score now."

"Community service info was excellent."

"The interview tips were really helpful! I liked the way you broke down the Math formulas & made the Science seem so much simpler than I've made it."

"He was always ready to answer any questions we had."

"It was a great workshop! I wouldn't change anything about it. I've been two years now and it's great!"

"Having taken the ACT several times and being stressed out. I'm now looking forward to taking them with Chad's helpful hints about the test."

"I'm ready to take the ACT again! I learned so much!"

"The speaker was great! Chad had a great attitude and really connected with me. This workshop is very helpful! I would recommend everyone to take it!"

"Thank you so much for being so passionate about this workshop. You've given me hope to do more and be more."

"I had a great time, and I'm gonna work hard and 'embrace the nerd'!"

"I had fun & learned a lot. I had tons of fun. Chad is crazy! But a good crazy! He was really entertaining."

"Not only did it encourage me for the ACT, it showed me ways to succeed with scholarships and be a witness to people while doing something that will help me in my future."

"It motivates me to want to do better in school and take life more seriously."

"It was very well put together, very helpful, and informative. I learned a lot for the test and information for filling out applications for scholarships."

"I'm going to take your advice to try and improve the speed of my reading. I had fun and feel inspired to study. I will embrace the nerd!!!"

"It has helped me with not just the ACT but interviews, resumes, and many other things that will help me with the rest of high school, college, and life!"

"It was a very interesting workshop. Very funny and I enjoyed all the stories!! Definitely worth my money! Thanks!!"

"It was the most beneficial ACT Prep I have had! It was BY FAR worth the 2 hour drive :) It was easy to follow along and was useful for all learners! (visual, audio, and reading, writing)"

"Fun, informative, knowledgeable, interesting and worth it!!"

"It was the only workshop that I didn't want to end."

"Life changing!"

"I learned many strategies about taking the ACT test and also writing a 'special' scholarship application."

"Great information and 'Edu-tainment'!"

"I liked the help he gave during the breaks."

"I liked how you talked plain and didn't just stand behind the podium."

"Being able to e-mail you makes us feel really involved. We feel like we have a friend that can give good advise because you've taken it so many times; instead of an old boring man who just knows the material."

"It was a good refresher for subjects forgotten."

"Your examples will certainly stick in my mind."

"I felt that this workshop is great for me because I am really nervous about my ACT and this was pretty calming."

"Wow!! How do you know all this!! Never mind, dumb question. 18 times really pays off, huh?!"

"Really Great!! It told me what to expect and how to whip this test."

"I like how you said you used to be a slow reader. So am I."

"I think you have a personality that holds the students attention. If they will listen and apply the information you give them, there is no doubt they will increase their ACT score."

"I enjoy visiting with you. You are so enthusiastic. The students really respond well to you. Thanks for always working with me."

"I feel like your workshop brings the ACT test to a new dimension for my students. They are always amazed at how many times you have taken the test, and how much the score has been raised."

"My students say that the time flies! Although it's 3-1/2 hours, it does not seem like it. Chad is a person students will listen to!"

"Fine workshop, hard to improve."

"Very beneficial!"

"Overall it is a great workshop!"

"My kids loved it!!"

"Chad-your humor infused relief into an arena students are anxious about--Once students relax, they can LISTEN and LEARN--Your personality definitely reduced the stress students have about the ACT. Keep it up! You are blessed!"

"Chad does an excellent job!"

"Don't change a thing!"

"Your story really lets the kids know that hard work pays off. I think your story is a great motivation to the students."

"I think is is a great workshop and plan to have you back."

"We hope to use you again in the Fall. The kids loved it."

"Great experience---even better than the first time ten years ago."

"It was a great workshop that I plan to offer at least once a year to my students."

"Very good. My own children reported on how helpful the workshop was."

"You keep the attention of teenagers for 3-1/2 hours. That's amazing! You relate well to the students with your humor and experiences. The information that you share is updated and helpful. THANK YOU!"

"Best investment you can make!!!"

"My students feel the workshop motivates them and provides them with the necessary tools to accomplish the goals they set for themselves. Chad's programmed calculators are worth the whole workshop fee. He does an awesome job!"

"I love the workshop and the students find the experience excellent. I highly recommend this workshop for all high school students."

"You keep the attention of teenagers for 3-1/2 hours. That's amazing! You relate well to the students with your humor and experiences. The information that you share is updated and helpful. THANK YOU!"

"Great workshop! Best one I have ever seen."

"Excellent workshop! All the information needed to increase a students ACT is contained in the workshop and book."

"It has been my experience adults can tell students to study, take a practice test blah blah blah. Without motivation they don't take it seriously. You not only give good ideas, but also the motivation/enthusiasm needed to begin studying. To keep 290 high school Juniors and Seniors attention without any trouble/commotion is without a doubt impressive."

"It inspired and encouraged our students. The students that truly applied your principals raised their score anywhere from 2-4 points. First timers were relaxed going into the test, because they felt prepared."

"The workshop has improved over the years. It is entertaining, useful, fast-paced, and in tune with teenagers."

"I continue this workshop, because the students comments are so positive. This is a very affordable workshop!"

"I love the way you are able to get students excited about taking the ACT."

"Definitely worth the time and money! I've had parents tell me that their children have raised their ACT scores having done nothing different other than attending the workshop! One student raised their score 6 points."

"Non-traditional students also benefit from the workshop! Students needing high scores to enter into the Nursing Program."

"Our students thoroughly enjoy your enthusiasm and expertise in the area."

"The best workshop we have ever hosted for our students."

"99.9% of the students always comment positive on this workshop. Thanks for helping our kids be prepared and ready for the college experience."

"Your enthusiasm and desire to help others succeed is infectious. It is an aid to the workshop."

"You have an abundance of helpful information and we always feel it is very worthwhile for our students to attend your workshops."

"...all said we should offer it next year. I had parents call me and ask to schedule another one next year. Justin did a good job!"

"I have attended the workshops for three years and I learn something new every time. I wish parents could hear the information you provide."