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2018 PSAT Administration
The PSAT test was administered to interested sophomores & juniors on Wednesday, October 10th at Park Hill South High School. Scores were released in mid December. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Sharp in the counseling office. Watch for details about the 2019 PSAT test administration for next fall. The PSAT is the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test for juniors; it is one criteria used for the selection of sophomore students for the Missouri Scholars Academy; and a great preparation tool for freshmen and sophomores who plan to take the exam in the future. For more information visit http://collegeboard.org/psat or contact Angie Sharp, PHS Counselor.
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Parent Perspective – Frequently Asked Questions:
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Why should students take the PSAT/NMSQT?
The PSAT offers great preparation for the SAT and any other standardized tests. Students who take the PSAT their junior year and meet other program entry requirements may enter the National Merit Scholarship Program. Also, it can give insight into which AP courses you may be ready to take. The PSAT measures the knowledge and skills a student has developed in reading, writing and language and math. Students who take the PSAT will get an online score report. They will receive an overall test score as well as individual section scores. Students will be able to see which answers they got right or wrong. They will also get information on how to improve their academic skills. Who should take the PSAT? Typically, students take the PSAT in 10th and 11th grade. Younger students can also take the test to get a head start on improving skills and knowledge needed for success in college and career. How many times may a student take each test? Only once a year, but there is no limit to how many years a student may participate. It is important that 11th grade students take the PSAT to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program. |
How should students prepare for the test?
Classroom learning is the basis for test questions, so the best way students can prepare is by taking challenging courses and becoming familiar with the test and its format. Students should review the PSAT Student Guide, along with the practice test, to help them understand all the directions and be familiar with the types of questions that will be asked. In addition, students can go to collegeboard.org/psatpractice for free. If students don’t do well on the test, will it hurt their chances of getting into college? Absolutely not. Since it provides personalized information on the skills that a student needs to improve and prepare for college, taking the test can even improve their chances. PSAT scores are not sent to colleges. When can we expect to see the results from the PSAT? Score reports will be made available online in mid-December. Schools will receive paper PSAT reports in January. |
PSAT Preparation
When students register to take the PSAT, they will be given a PSAT Student Guide. This guide contains information about the PSAT, test-taking advice and tips and an official practice test. More detailed information regarding the test and additional practice questions can be found here.
An additional, free, PSAT preparation opportunity is offered through Kaplan. Learn more by clicking here.
PSAT Prep LiveThe only FREE, live PSAT prep program available to all students online. Check it out here.
PSAT Results
2017 PSAT Results are now available! Students can access their score reports online at www.collegeboard.org. Students are required to create an account.
Upon creating an account, students will receive personalized feedback, practice, college planning and career exploration resources. In addition, students can:
There are a number of resources available to help you understand your student’s PSAT Score Report.
When students register to take the PSAT, they will be given a PSAT Student Guide. This guide contains information about the PSAT, test-taking advice and tips and an official practice test. More detailed information regarding the test and additional practice questions can be found here.
An additional, free, PSAT preparation opportunity is offered through Kaplan. Learn more by clicking here.
PSAT Prep LiveThe only FREE, live PSAT prep program available to all students online. Check it out here.
PSAT Results
2017 PSAT Results are now available! Students can access their score reports online at www.collegeboard.org. Students are required to create an account.
Upon creating an account, students will receive personalized feedback, practice, college planning and career exploration resources. In addition, students can:
- See all your scores and if you are on track for college readiness;
- View detailed explanations of skills required to be college ready;
- Send your scores to Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy® for personalized practice recommendations;
- Search for colleges that fit your needs;
- Access your PSAT/NMSQT Selection Index score used for participation in programs conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation;
- Start on your scholarship and college financial aid plan;
- Explore Roadmap to Careers to learn about jobs and college majors that are right for you; and,
- Get feedback on your readiness for AP courses.
There are a number of resources available to help you understand your student’s PSAT Score Report.
- To learn more about your score report, watch this video.
- To access the “Understanding Scores” link on the Collegeboard website, click here.
