Please read below for information for each grade level on October 25:
T-WOLVES TESTING DAY in TA: OCTOBER 25
9th graders start at 9:00 AM taking the PSAT 8/9 test
- PSAT 8/9 Student Guide
- Testing begins promptly at 9:00 AM and is expected to run approximately 3 hours. Students will be dismissed from school once they complete their test. This is the end of the school day and they are expected to go home at this time unless they have other obligations on campus.
- Please note that there will not be a make-up testing day for students who are absent on October 25 and students who arrive late will not be able to test.
Important Testing Notes for 9th graders:
- This year, the tests will be digital. All students must have the Bluebook app in order to take the test.
- IUSD Chromebooks - the app is already on your device. If you regularly use your Chromebook at school, then it is up to date. If you plan to use your IUSD Chromebook for the PSAT but you do not use it at school regularly, please follow these instructions for updating your device. This must be done on the NHS Wi-Fi.
- Personal laptops - you will need to download the Bluebook app. Click here for instructions.
- Students should bring:
- A fully charged IUSD-issued Chromebook or their own personal laptop. Chromebooks not issued by IUSD will not be allowed.
- A pen or pencil for making notes
- Charging cord or power bank (optional, but recommended)
- Calculator (optional - a calculator is embedded within the digital exam). If you plan to bring your calculator, please review this list of approved devices and calculator policies.
- Water / Snacks (optional)
- Students will need a College Board account in order to view their scores online (optional).
If you have questions or would like a copy of the test description in an alternate language, contact the test coordinator for the PSAT 8/9 - Kate West katewest@iusd.org.
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10th graders start at 9:00 AM taking the Pre-ACT test
- Testing begins promptly at 9:00 AM and is expected to run approximately 3 hours. Students will be dismissed from school when everyone in their testing room has finished their test. This is the end of the school day and they are expected to go home at this time unless they have other obligations on campus.
- Please note that there will not be a make-up testing day for students who are absent on October 25 and students who arrive late will not be able to test.
Important Testing Notes for 10th graders:
- This test will be in a paper/pencil format.
- Students should bring:
- Photo ID card
- Two #2 pencils with eraser
- Calculator (scientific or graphing calculator only); please view this document for more information on permitted and prohibited calculators
- Optional: Watch or other timing device (may not make any sounds or connect to your phone/ internet/wifi; smart watches are not permitted)
- Optional: Water/ snacks/ Kleenex
If you have questions or would like a copy of the test description in an alternate language, contact the test coordinator MJ Kim at mijinkim@iusd.org.
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11th graders start at 9:00 AM taking the PSAT/NMSQT test
- PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide
- Testing begins promptly at 9:00 AM and is expected to run approximately 3 hours. Students will be dismissed from school once they complete their test. This is the end of the school day and they are expected to go home at this time unless they have other obligations on campus.
- Please note that there will not be a make-up testing day for students who are absent on October 25 and students who arrive late will not be able to test.
Important Testing Notes for 11th graders:
- This year, the tests will be digital. All students must have the Bluebook app in order to take the test.
- IUSD Chromebooks - the app is already on your device. If you regularly use your Chromebook at school, then it is up to date. If you plan to use your IUSD Chromebook for the PSAT but you do not use it at school regularly, please follow these instructions for updating your device. This must be done on the NHS Wi-Fi.
- Personal laptops - you will need to download the Bluebook app. Click here for instructions.
- Students should bring:
- A fully charged IUSD-issued Chromebook or their own personal laptop. Chromebooks not issued by IUSD will not be allowed.
- A pen or pencil for making notes
- Charging cord or power bank (optional, but recommended)
- Calculator (optional - a calculator is embedded within the digital exam). If you plan to bring your calculator, please review this list of approved devices and calculator policies.
- Water / Snacks (optional)
- Students will need a College Board account in order to view their scores online (optional).
If you have questions or would like a copy of the test description in an alternate language, contact the test coordinator for the PSAT/NMSQT - Allison Singer allisonsinger@iusd.org.
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Bite of Reality Activity: October 25
As seniors begin preparing for their post-secondary destinations, we will also be hosting a financial literacy activity called Bite of Reality. Our 12th grade students will participate in this activity on Wednesday, October 25.
- Senior TAs will participate in an interactive activity through SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
- TAs will be advised of their activity start and end times, but all seniors should plan to attend between 8:30AM - 12:30 PM
- Please note that this is a school day for all students. Although it is a non-traditional school day, attendance is required and will be reviewed to determine senior privileges, including but not limited to the senior trip.