ACTIVITY HOME PAGE
| JOANN SCHINDLER |
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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. Test accommodations REQUIRE special applications. Please contact the school (847) 718-5632. TOPICS ARE IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER! ACCOMMODATIONS for Testing 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. ACT (scroll down to access ACT link below) The next national test date is September 12 . This test is for seniors who wish to take the ACT for additional practice. Regular registration is due by August 7, 2009. You may register online at http://www.actstudent.org using a credit card. Paper applications are also available at the Student Services desk after July 15th. For an additional $20 late registrtion will be accepted from August 8 – 21, 2009, 2009. If you wish to take this test but have missed the late registration deadline you may go standby by paying an additional $40 over the cost of the test. You would need to fill out a paper application and place it in the envelope along with your check. This is then brought with you to the testing center. After September 12 the next national test date for the ACT is October 24, 2009. THERE IS NO RETAKE OF THE PSAE FOR SENIORS THIS YEAR DUE TO BUDGET CUTS AT THE STATE LEVEL. THE OCTOBER 24TH DATE WAS ORIGINALLY THE DATE TO TAKE THE ACT FOR FREE AS PART OF THE PSAE RETAKE. THOSE WISHING TO TAKE THE ACT ON THIS DATE MAY STILL PAY FOR IT THEMSELVES OR SEEK A FEE WAIVER FROM MRS. SCHINDLER IN B222 IF THEY ARE ON THE FREE OR REDUCED PRICE LUNCH PLAN. ACT (+ Writing) Test Prep - Classes are held on 6 Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 12 noon beginning in February . Additional time is scheduled for two writing sessions before and after Spring break. Registration begins in December. 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 Currently we are waiting for the AP test scores to arrive. 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 2010 are in for day 1, the ACT only. Next August the full PSAE report will be distributed in seminar as early in the school year as possible. Scores will also be uploaded to final transcripts as part of a students permanent record. The option to redo the PSAE for higher scores HAS BEEN CANCELLED due to budget cuts at the state level. The PSAE is a graduation requirement. Those still needing to fulfill this requirement should see Mrs. Schindler in B222. PSAT The PSAT is an optional test that will be given on Saturday, October 17 for a fee of $20. Applications will be available in B222 begining SWeptember 1. 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. 9th Grade Placement Testing Regular placement testing will take place November 7 with makeups on the 14. Scores from this test will be distributed at the incoming freshmen parent nights to be held in January. If you wish to schedule to take the EXPLORE test call (847) 718-7665. |
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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 24 & 25, 2010 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 | ||
| ACT practice questions | ||
| Test tips for ACT | ||
| ACCESS testing for ELL students parent information | ||
| Download PSAT registration | ||