Mock ACT/SAT vs. PSAT

 You are going to hearing about several different "SAT" type tests in the coming months. For 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students here are the ones that we'd like you to take. The Mock SAT/ACT is given by Revolution Prep and allows you to practice taking the test without sharing the answering with anyone. This is great to try tests out, to see how you'd normally score, or to check out either the SAT or the ACT. Students are given an option as to which test they'd like to take. Since we offer this Mock twice every school year, a student could easily get 1 practice test for both the SAT and the ACT. 

The PSAT is offered mainly for 11th grade students. This is an official exam administered by the collegeboard (owners of the SAT) and is given once every school year to qualify students for scholarships. This is a very important test and ALL juniors who are interested in attending college should take the test. Many 10th grade students also take the test for additional practice. Scores are not shared with colleges for admission purposes.

Mock SAT/ACT
What: It is a practice test offered by Revolution Prep
Where: Alhambra High School
When: Saturday, September 24th at 9:00AM
Who: ALL high school students should take this test! This includes: 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders!
How to sign up: 1-800-REV-PREP
Cost: $10 (all proceeds go towards the AHS Guidance Senior Scholarship Fund)


Purpose: To practice taking the test. Scores are not shared with ANYONE besides yourself. The test is administered by Revolution Prep. Scores are immediately shared with you after the test. This is a great practice tool for the real ACT, the real SAT, and the PSAT exam given by the Collegeboard.

PSAT
What: Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).
Where: Alhambra High School
When: Saturday, October 15th, 2011
Who: 10th and 11th grade students
How to sign up: Visit the Student Bank at AHS. Supplies are limited. Tests will be sold first come first serve. Fee Waivers may be available, check in the student bank.
Cost: $20
Purpose: It's a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT^®. It also gives you a chance to enter NMSC scholarship programs and gain access to college and career planning tools.

The "real" ACT and SAT
It is suggested that students wait until spring of their junior year to start taking these official exams. See your counselor for more information.

SENIORS: The last test date that most colleges will accept SAT and ACT scores from will be from the December test date. This means that you only have 3 opportunities left to take the ACT and SAT. The Mock SAT/ACT offered in September would really be a good idea for you also.