Hi,

You’ve been to websites before.

We’re different.

No bells and whistles.

Total transparency: we’re trying to sell you something.

But… we want to talk, too.

We want to be the ultimate choice when it comes to getting your child ready for the 2026 SHSAT and its new Computer-Adaptive Test (CAT) format.

If a trusted friend sent you over or you’ve read about us somewhere else—we’re the real deal.

Get on the list for FOUNDERS ACCESS now.

If you’re new here, nice to meet you.

Lets chat below.

Before a pilot ever flies at 30,000 feet, they’ve logged countless hours in a simulator.

They’ve faced turbulence.

They’ve faced surprise weather.

They’ve even faced “engine failure”—safely.

That’s the point of a simulator: real conditions, zero risk.

Pilots don’t train on paper.

Why should students?

Your child gets one shot at the SHSAT (CAT).

Our simulator makes sure it’s not their first flight.

BTW.

This isn’t a physical cockpit — it’s a web-based test simulator that runs on any computer, designed to mirror the 2026 SHSAT adaptive exam format.

Change is inevitable—2026 is no different.

The SHSAT is now a Computer Adaptive Test (CAT).

Every answer changes the next question.

No two students see the same exam.

Timing and pressure are built into the format.

Old methods can’t recreate this.

On test day, that becomes a shock.

But, no worries.

We’ve got a superhero cape and we’re here to help.

Here’s our story.

When your hear the word simulator, we hoped you’d think of pilots.

Long before anyone is trusted with a plane full of passengers, they’re trained inside a flight simulator.

Why?

Because you can’t afford to “practice” at 30,000 feet.

Mistakes there are catastrophic, unforgiving.

Mistakes in a simulator are lessons.

The next day is sure to come.

And yet… every year, 30,000 New York City students walk into the SHSAT as if it’s their very first flight.

Not ideal.

They’ve read the textbooks.

They’ve taken some practice questions.

Maybe they’ve even done a few paper tests with their favorite tutor.

But they’ve never actually flown in the cockpit.

That bothered us.

So we built the SHSAT (CAT) Simulator.

Not a practice test.

Not a workbook.

A true-to-life simulation of the experience of taking a computer-adaptive test.

We’re the only platform designed to mimic the real adaptive format.

Inside the simulator, students learn how to:

Stay calm when the test “shifts” around them.
Manage the clock under real SHSAT (CAT) timing pressure.
Build confidence so test day feels familiar — not terrifying.

By the time they sit down for the real thing, it won’t feel like their first flight.

It will feel like they’ve already flown this route dozens of times.

Because they have.

The old way fails quick.

Books and PDFs offer static questions, no adaptation, and no pacing logic.

Classes and tutors are helpful for content.

Unfortunately, they can’t reproduce adaptive algorithms.

These are manuals and demo rides.

They are not the cockpit.

Take a quick look on the inside to see what we’ve built so far.

Hi, again.

Meet the SHSAT (CAT) Simulator

Not more “prep”.

A true-to-life simulation of the 2026 SHSAT (CAT).

Inside, your student:

Trains under real adaptive logic—the test responds to performance.
Learns pacing under pressure with strict timing.
Gets clear reports that turn mistakes into next-step actions.
Can retake full simulations to replace fear with familiarity.

By test day, it won’t feel like turbulence they’ve never flown through.

It will feel like just another simulation.

And, guess what?

We don’t want you to guess.

While your student trains in the Simulator, you sit in the co-pilot seat.

Oversight features include:

Parent dashboards & separate login

Email alerts for milestones and weak spots
Printable progress reports for tutors/teachers
Clear pacing and category analytics

Peace of mind isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s the plan.

Now, lets talk about Founders Access.

It’s simple.

Founders Access gives you a two week head start on the general public to claim one of our limited seats:

Core Simulation (Flight Ready) - Authentic SHSAT Simulator experience. The foundation every student needs. 1000 seat cap
Oversight Advantage (Co-Pilot) - Parent dashboards, reports, alerts. Visibility + accountability. 750 seat cap
Global Elite (Captain’s Chair) - Full access, multilingual reports, VIP support. Ultimate exclusivity. 250 seat cap

Plus, we will keep you informed and updated about the 2026 SHSAT (CAT).

Here’s a quick timeline:

Now → Jan 2026: Join for Founders Access.
Feb 1, 2026: Founders Access opens (private).
Feb 1–14, 2026: Founders claim seats.
Feb 15, 2026: Whatever remains opens to the public.

Seats go to the fastest movers, not the most deserving.

Be early.

Here’s a few FAQs.

Is this “test prep”?
No. This is a simulator—a system that mirrors the 2026 SHSAT (CAT) format (adaptive logic, pacing, scoring).

Do you guarantee admission or score outcomes?
No. No one credible can. We guarantee format-true training, oversight for parents, and access until test day.

How is this different from a tutor/class?
Tutors/classes teach content; they can’t replicate adaptive algorithms. The Simulator trains performance under the actual test conditions.

Does my student get unlimited simulations?
Yes—all levels include unlimited full simulations.

Can I upgrade later?
Yes. Upgrade Anytime Guarantee: your previous payment is credited in full.

Do you offer refunds?
We don’t offer refunds for digital access. Our guarantees focus on access, oversight, upgrades, and confidence—so you don’t need one.

Are you affiliated with the NYC DOE?
No. We are an independent platform designed to mirror the 2026 SHSAT (CAT) format as closely as possible.

Is this a physical simulator?”
No — this is a digital web-based platform. We use the flight simulator analogy because it captures what makes our system unique: your student can experience the real SHSAT format safely, repeatedly, and adaptively — just like pilots do in simulators before flying.

No pilot would take a first flight without simulator hours.

Why would your student face the new SHSAT without the same advantage?

By the time test day arrives, they’ll have already “flown” this route—again and again.

Until next time, have a great day.

SHSAT Computer-Adaptive Test (CAT) Simulator

practice@nycshsat.com

The Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) is administered by the New York City Department of Education (NYC DOE). Our practice materials are independently developed and are not sponsored, endorsed, or affiliated with the NYC DOE. While every effort has been made to design these practice tests in alignment with the skills and content areas assessed on the SHSAT, as well as the New York State Learning Standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics, they are intended for preparation purposes only. Use of these materials does not guarantee performance outcomes on the official exam or entry to any school.