Testing (PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP, ASVAB)
TEST PREP:
PSAT, SAT & Khan Academy:
Do you need to improve your SAT scores?
Link your PSAT score to Khan Academy and/or SAT prep at khanacademy.org
PreACT, ACT & ACT Academy:
Do you need to improve your ACT scores?
Link your PreACT score to ACT Academy here
Instructions to link your PreACT score ACT Academy
ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Testing:
Students considering military enlistment after high school can take the ASVAB beginning in 10th grade. For more information and ASVAB practice testing, visit http://www.asvabprogram.com
PSAT/NMSQT Testing:
Students in 11th , 10th and 9th grade can purchase a PSAT/NMSQT ticket between August 3 and September 9, 2022. The PSAT/NMSQT is a “practice” SAT test and will be on Wed., October 12, 2022 at 8:15 am. Cost is $18 CASH. Non-refundable if absent or late on test day. Purchase tickets in the College & Career Center, room H208. Limited number of tickets available.
JUNIORS: your PSAT/NMSQT score qualifies you to enter the National Merit Scholarship program.
For NATIONAL Testing SAT and ACT Information (11th and 12th graders):
All National SAT and ACT testing are subject to change. Please check the SAT and ACT websites for updated information and date changes!
To Test or Not Test?
IT DEPENDS! Some students have already scored high on the SAT and/or AC…some students MAY want to retest…some may choose to NOT submit test scores to colleges! EVERY college is DIFFERENT! EVERY student’s SITUATION is DIFFERENT! Please research individual college admission testing and scholarship requirements before deciding to test (or not test). You can also ask Ms. Inouye (after you do your research) if you should submit scores!
Students are encouraged during their JUNIOR year to begin taking the SAT and/or the ACT for college admissions. Seniors who have NOT STARTED taking the SAT and/or ACT should register for the early Fall tests. Most colleges and universities accept EITHER the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT with writing. Only SOME colleges and universities require the SAT Subject test(s). Check with each university individually.
When registering for the SAT or ACT, you can send up to four scores for free to colleges or universities. Be sure to select the four choices at the time of registration. Student must UPLOAD a headshot photo at the time of registration. No shades or hats, head shot only facing directly at the camera.
Students may register ONLINE with a credit card. Remember...Kalāheo school code is 120143.
Fee waivers are available to juniors and seniors who are eligible for free/reduced lunch. Remember that you MUST reapply for free/reduced lunch each school year. Apply at: ezmealapp.com. Verification is required to obtain a waiver. See Ms. Inouye in H-208 if you have any questions or need a waiver PRIOR to registering for the SAT and/or ACT.
SAT: Reasoning Test and Subject Tests Website: www.collegeboard.org
ACT Website: www.actstudent.org