On Wednesday, October 11th, all juniors will take one of the following tests- PSAT, ACCUPLACER, or the ASVAB. Students will designate in advisement which one that he or she would like to take next week. The following guide will help both student and parent in this decision.
PSAT- This test is designed for students who are planning on going to college to practice and improve on the SAT, a test that will determine what schools will accept a student. This may be a student's third time taking the PSAT, but unless he or she has achieved a satisfactory score on the SAT (1200 to meet one of the qualifications for Zell Miller Scholarship is an example) then the PSAT is still important. The cost is $16 and can be paid in the front office to Ms. Day or Mr. Armstrong. Fee waivers are available for students who qualify. Only students who register can take this test.
ASVAB- The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is a military-based test that measures a student's abilities in a variety of other areas than just academics. These tests are required for students who wish to do any job with any of the branches of the military. An added benefit for students is the vocational component of this test will help guide students in making decisions about careers. All juniors who do not register for the Accuplacer nor the PSAT will be taking the ASVAB by default. The cost for this test is $0.
ACCUPLACER- This test is designed as an admissions test to many technical schools and can also be a placement exam used by two year colleges as well. This test is used by Athens Tech, GMC and GA Piedmont Tech. for their Dual Enrollment programs. Any junior who is contemplating Dual Enrollment for the senior year and one of these institutions would be smart to register for this test, which will be offered by Athens Tech. All students who take this test will also be aided in completing an Athens Tech application. Students wishing to take this test will register with their Redskin Advisor. The cost for this test is $0.
