PSAT offered to all on-target sophomores at no cost
CCSD will, again, provide all current on-target 10 th graders the opportunity to take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) this October at district expense.

This tremendous opportunity is being offered to help more students become ready for college. Taking the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT exams is considered an indicator of student success and college readiness. Other indicators include enrolling in Honors and/or AP/IB courses; completing four years of math and science; and passing the Nevada High School Proficiency Exams.

The results of this year’s PSAT will identify your child’s strengths and areas that need improvement. The examination will also serve as a practice for taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) and the SAT in your child’s junior year.

The PSAT will be administered October 17 to all on-target sophomores at no cost to students. It is important that your student be present that day to take advantage of this opportunity. Juniors interested in taking the exam may pay for the test at their school for a cost not to exceed $15. Fee waivers are available for qualified students.

Students will be provided in advance with a PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide to help them become familiar with the style and format of the test. Students may also visit the College Board website at www.collegeboard.com for additional information.

Seniors: Don’t Forget to Register for ACT/SAT
CCSD seniors are encouraged to register for the ACT/ SAT if they have not done so already! These tests are required by most four-year colleges and universities for admission and placement purposes. Although colleges and universities generally accept either test, seniors are encouraged to take both tests, if possible. The ACT consists of four sections with an optional writing test. Cost for the ACT is $30.00 plus an additional $14.50 for students who take the optional writing test. For more information on the ACT or to register, visit www.actstudent.org. The SAT I consists of two sections plus a required writing test. Cost for the SAT I is $43.00, which includes the writing test. For more information on the SAT I or to register, visit www.collegeboard.com.