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Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT)

            Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12
 
                   PSAT/NMSQT: Important Information for Parents of
                    Freshman(9th), Sophomores(10th) & Juniors(11th)

On Wednesday, October 13, 2021, Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 will
administer the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National
Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) to all  9th,10th and 11th graders. The District will
cover the PSAT/NMSQT exam fees for all 10th graders. The exam fee for freshman
and juniors will be paid by the school this year.
Approximately 3.8 million students nationwide take the PSAT/NMSQT each fall. Taking the
PSAT/NMSQT provides the following advantages to students:
● The PSAT/NMSQT measures skills in three academic areas: reading, writing and
language, and math. The test lasts approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes, which includes
breaks and pre-administration activities.
● The PSAT/NMSQT score report will tell students where their strengths and improvement
areas are and their potential for advanced courses such as the AP program.
● Students may opt into the Student Search Service to start receiving admission and
financial aid information from certified colleges, universities and scholarship
agencies. Learn more at collegeboard.org/sat-suite-scholarships or scholarship providers.
● The PSAT/NMSQT provides practice for the SAT, a college admissions test.
● High achieving juniors who score well may qualify for National Merit Recognition
and Scholarships and other scholarship and recognition programs. Go to
www.nationalmerit.org to learn more.
● PSAT/NMSQT test takers receive a free personalized PSAT/NMSQT college planning kit
online. Using a unique access code on the score report, students have access to an online
PSAT/ NMSQT Score Report and feedback on their readiness for 20+ AP courses, a free
customized SAT study plan (Khan Academy), and a personalized lists of college majors
and careers. For official SAT practice, go to https://www.khanacademy.org/sat.
PREPARING FOR THE EXAM--Students can prepare for this exam by reviewing the
information in the PSAT/NMSQT prep booklet which contains a full-length practice test. This
practice test can also be found online. Click this link, PSAT/NMSQT Practice at
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice/full-length-practice-tests.
 
For additional information, please contact Celia Martin, PSAT Coordinator, at
[email protected] or call (818)342-6133
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