1. Hanover Central High School

2.  ALL Sophomores and Juniors will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday October 14 th  Periods 1-SRT  Report to your SRT for 1 st period  You will be receiving a Student Guide that will help prepare you for the test  Test taking tips, practice questions, etc  Access free PSAT preparation at collegeboard.org/psatpractice

3.  A comprehensive assessment program that measures college readiness and provides students with the tools they need to start planning for the future  Used by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation as an initial screening of entrants in its annual competitions for recognition and college scholarships (JUNIORS ONLY)

4.  3 basic academic areas important for success in college:  Reading  Math (calculator and no calculator tests)  Writing and Language

5.  Free SAT Practice Powered by Khan Academy  Will receive a unique SAT study plan based on your performance on the PSAT/NMSQT  Enter Scholarship Competitions  National Merit Scholarship (Juniors)  Discover your AP Potential  Will receive feedback on your readiness for AP classes  Access to College Planning Resources  Part of your results/study plan  Connect with Colleges That Are Interested in You  Check “Yes” to the Student Search Service when you take the test

6.  The assessments will report a total score that will be the sum of two section scores: (1) Evidence- Based Reading and Writing; and (2) Math.  The total score will be reported on a scale range of 320-1520  The 2 section scores will range from 160-760  Your score report will let you know if you are on track for college readiness  PSAT/NMSQT scores are now on the same scale as the SAT!  No more penalties for guessing!

7.  After taking the PSAT, check out khanacademy.org/sat for your unique study plan for the SAT  Personalized online practice tailored to your strengths and weaknesses  SAT practice questions and full-length tests  Detailed feedback on your progress  Visit khanacademy.org/sat

8.  It’s important to start thinking about what you might want to do after high school  Think about what you would enjoy doing everyday for a career (and get paid for!)  https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/majors- careers https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/majors- careers  Great website on Collegeboard.org to research different college majors and career options