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SAT Testing has begun!
Are U READY? Download a Practice Exam from collegeboard.com
(no peeking until you're done: answers) ...or visit the Learning Express Library

2008/09 Dates to Remember
[see your school counselor for locations and times]

SAT : 12/6, 1/24, 3/14, 5/2, 6/6

ACT: 12/13, 2/7, 4/4, 6/13

College If you are thinking about going to college, below is some information you NEED to know.

	Entrance Exams
		What are they and who should take them? The SAT Reasoning Test (formerly Scholastic Aptitude Test and Scholastic Assessment Test) is a standardized test for college admissions in the United States. The SAT is owned, published, and developed by the College Board, a non-profit organization in the United States, and was once developed, published, and scored by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).[1] ETS now administers the exam. The current SAT Reasoning Test is administered in about four hours and costs $45 ($71 International), excluding late fees.[2] Since the SAT's introduction in 1901, its name and scoring has changed several times. In 2005, the test was renamed as "SAT Reasoning Test" with possible scores from 600 to 2400 combining test results from three 800-point sections (math, critical reading, and writing), along with other subsections scored separately. The ACT is a standardized achievement examination for college admissions in the United States produced by ACT, Inc.[1] It was first administered in Fall 1959 by Everett Franklin Lindquist as a competitor to the College Board's Scholastic Aptitude Test, now the SAT Reasoning Test.[2] Some students who perform poorly on the SAT find that they perform better on the ACT and vice versa.[3] The ACT test has historically consisted of 4 tests: English, Math, Reading, and Science reasoning. In February 2005, an optional writing test was added to the ACT, mirroring changes to the SAT that took place later in March of the same year. All four-year colleges and universities in the U.S. accept the ACT[4] but different institutions place different emphases on standardized tests such as the ACT, compared to other factors of evaluation such as class rank, G.P.A., and extracurricular activities.
		OMG! Don't panic! There are places to Help you do this! www.collegeboard.com The College Board is a not-for-profit membership association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the association is composed of more than 5,400 schools, colleges, universities, and other educational organizations. Each year, the College Board serves seven million students and their parents, 23,000 high schools, and 3,500 colleges through major programs and services in college admissions, guidance, assessment, financial aid, enrollment, and teaching and learning. Among its best-known programs are the SAT®, the PSAT/NMSQT®, and the Advanced Placement Program® (AP®). The College Board is committed to the principles of excellence and equity, and that commitment is embodied in all of its programs, services, activities, and concerns. www.princetonreview.com The Princeton Review helps students, parents, and educators achieve the best results at every stage of their educational careers. By focusing on preparation and practice, we help students improve their performance in the classroom and on standardized tests. Through our website, we help parents, teachers, students and schools navigate the complexities of school admissions.	Checklist/Planner REGISTER HERE !!! But there's more...

		Practice Exams The PSAT is a multiple-choice standardized test administered by the College Board. An estimated 1.3 million high school juniors and sophomores take the test each year. Recently, some freshmen, 8th, and 7th graders have also begun taking this test. The scores from the PSAT are used (with the permission of the student) to determine eligibility for the National Merit Scholarship Program. The test is composed of three sections: Mathematics, Critical Reading, and Writing, and takes two hours and ten minutes to complete. Each of the three sections is scored on a scale of 20 to 80 points, which add up to a maximum composite score of 240 points. This parallels the SAT, which is graded on a scale of 200 to 800.


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	The Search

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Career
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Other Helpful Resources

IPL Teenspace: Career Paths
Good site by Internet Public Library for teens searching for a career field. Check out the "Career Biographies" for web links that offer detailed job descriptions.

Larning Express Library. Writing and math courses, practice tests for the ACT and SAT tests, computer classes,and more. Instant grading and evaluation of writing samples. Improve your grades and get into the college of your choice.

Mapping Your Future
Mapping Your Future gives you information on college planning, career options, and financial strategies. If you are planning on education beyond high school, this site offers help in the decision making process.

Occupational Outlook Handbook
"Revised every two years, the Occupational Outlook Handbook describes what workers do on the job, working conditions, the training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects in a wide range of occupations."

Quintessential Careers
Named as one of "the top 50 most awesome websites for teens" by NextSTEP Magazine, this site offers help in finding a summer job or the right college, as well as financial aid resources. If you're a teen thinking about your future, this is a great place to start!

Teenager's Guide to the Real World - Careers
The Teenager's Guide to the Real World provides great information for teens on choosing a career for the future. Check out the useful links in helping plan your life after graduation.