ACTIVITY HOME PAGE
| JOANN SCHINDLER |
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| RMHS |
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| Email: | joann.schindler@d214.org |
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After 10:30 am at 847-718-5632; if I am not at my desk please call my assistant Ginger Mueller at 847-718-5633. |
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News/Assignments: Note: For all standardized tests our school code is 143-736 ACT (scroll down to access ACT link below) The next national testing date for ACT is June 14, 2008, a week after school lets out. The application deadline is May 9. Students who want to test at RMHS need to register as early as possible as space is limited for the June test. Students are encouraged to register online at www.actstudent.org A late fee of $19 applies May 8 - 21, 2008. After May 21 students may take the test if they come standby for an additional cost of $39.50. Standby students bring a completed application and check in a sealed envelope. The next test date after April 12, 2008 is June14. ACT (+ Writing) Test Prep - Classes are held on Saturday mornings in March and April, breaking for Spring Break. Registration begins in December. An application can be downloaded from a link below. Private test prep programs are also available in the community that offer sessions over the summer and other times of the year. A comprehensive list is available in the Assessment Center, B222. AP TESTING AP tests are held May 5 - 16. Please consult the test schedule before making plans to take your child out of school during this period. Students may only take a makeup test for school related conflicts and illness. Download an application below. ASVAB The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery was given at Forest Vew Educational Cener on November 15. This test goes beyond the typical standardized test. It includes electronics information, auto and shop, mechanical comprehension, technology ability and assemebling objects along with traditional testing in math, science, reading and word knowledge. The test is a great way to explore careers as a civilian as well as part of the armed services. There is no cost for this optional test. Sign up in the Assessment Center in B222. PSAE Score reports for the class of 08 were distributed in seminar September 14. Seniors wishing to retake the PSAE for a higher score must submit their application to the Assessment Center by Thursday September 20. The best PSAE score is recorded on student transcript. The PSAE for juniors this year is April 23 and 24, 2008. Day 1 testing includes the ACT+Writing. Scores from this ACT may be used the same as scores from national test dates. The PSAE is a graduation requirement. PSAT The PSAT is an optional test that was given on Saturday, October 20. Scores will be distributed during seminar the first week in December. For more information on this test see the link below. SAT This college entrance exam is taken by students going out to the east or west coast for school. It is not given at RMHS, however application forms are available in the Assessment Center. Students may also sign up on line. The nearest test site is Elk Grove HS. The link may be found below. TEST ACCOMMODATIONS Students who have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or 504 plans may be eligible for accommodations on standardized tests. Both the the ACT and College Board (PSAT, SAT and AP tests) require a special application process to possibly test with accommodations such as extra time. You cannot sign up on-line or through the regular paper application process and get accommodations. Please contact Mrs. Schindler in B222 at least six weeks before you wish to test with accommodations. 9th Grade Placement Testing Regular placement testing will take place November 3 with makeups on the 10. Another make-up test will be offered on April 15, 2008 at FVEC. Call for an appointment at 847-718-7665. All incoming students must be tested in order to be placed in classes for the fall. If you missed both dates for testing please call Mrs. Schindler at (847)718-5632 in order to schedule this important assessment. |
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Practice/Meeting Schedule: January 17 - additional makeup for 9th Grade Placement Test January 29 - Illinois Consumer Ed Proficiency Test (optional) January 29 - February 15 - ACCESS Listening, Reading and Writing tests (all ESL) January 29 - March 3 - ACCESS speaking February 9 - ACT April 12 - National ACT April 23 - PSAE ACT, IMAGE, IACT and PLAN April 24 - day 2 PSAE tests, late start for non-juniors May 5 - May 16 - AP exams May 7 & 8 - PSAE and IMAGE makeup |
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| Cocurricular Code: | http://www.d214.org/students/depts/edserv/cocurricular.php | |
| Cocurricular Heat and Humidity Guidelines: | http://www.d214.org/students/depts/edserv/heathumidity.php | |
| Lightning Safety Policy: | http://www.d214.org/students/depts/edserv/lightningpolicy.php | |
| ACT online registration and information | ||
| SAT online registration and information | ||
| AP test information for students, parents, teachers and counselors | ||
| PSAE for juniors April 23 & 24, 2008 information | ||
| PSAT test information | ||
| Does my college require ACT+ Writing? | ||
| ACT additional score report request | ||
| Mr. Jones ACt/SAT Math webpage | ||
| ASVAB practice test | ||
| ACT Special Accommodations Homepage | ||
| View questions and answers from the PSAT | ||
| Download test prep application | ||
| Test tips for ACT | ||
| ACCESS testing for ELL students parent information | ||
| Download AP registration | ||