 Testing Info
Here you'll find information on all the various tests that you may need to take to graduate high school, or to get into college: HSAs, SATs, etc. Plus, links to tips, tricks, and other handy study guides to help you earn the best score you can.
For more information on testing, stop by the Student Services Center.
Advanced Placement (AP) Exams
High School Assessment (HSA)
PSAT
SAT & ACT
SAT Question of the Day
LearningExpress Library
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 Advanced Placement (AP) Exams
AP Exam Reminders
AP Exams begin Monday, May 6 and end on Friday, May 17. All exams will take place at The Other Barn, with the exception of AP Spanish (5/7) and AP French (5/14), which will be held in the OMHS Media Center computer lab.
Friendly Reminders for AP Students:
- Dress in layers for comfort
- Wear a watch (one that does not beep, please)
- Bring #2 pencils (NO MECHANICAL PENCILS)
- Bring black or blue pens
- Bring your calculator if your exam allows it (and extra batteries)
- Bring snack/water for break
- NO CELL PHONES or other electronic devices
- Language exams in Media Center – all others at the Other Barn
- Arrive ˝ hour early: 7:30 for 8AM exams 11:30 for noon exams 1:30 for 2PM exam
- Get a good night’s rest – and don’t forget breakfast!
Registration for AP Exams is NOW CLOSED
Testing dates: 6 – 17 May
For questions please contact Janet Bowen, at 410.730.3885 or janetbowen@aol.com.
View the 2013 AP Test Flier here.
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 High School Assessment (HSA)
The May Administration of the HSAs will take place the week of the 20th-24th.
- Monday, May 20 - Algebra
- Tuesday, May 21 - English
- Wednesday, May 22 - Biology
- Thursday, May 23 - Government
Make-up exams will be administered the week of May 28th.
HSA Review
There will be an HSA review two days a week beginning Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 23rd until May 16th. Students need to submit an application (see below) and commit to all 8 sessions. For more information contact: devorah_urszuy@hcpss.org.
HSA Review Application
To learn more about the HSAs view the informative video at http://hsaexam.org. Click on the video icon and learn everything you need to know about the HSAs.
HSA Orientation for Parents
Take a look at the Top 10 Things parents need to know about the High School Assessment tests.
Click here to view and/or download the slideshow.
Practice Taking the HSA
Practice tests in all assessed areas. Broken down by test section for each subject area. For example: English is broken down into Writing, and Reading & Literature.
http://mdk12.org/assessments/high_school/index_d.html
Biology Assessment
View the assessment, take a mini-version of the test, and practice scoring BCRs. Also includes an answer key; goals, expectations, and indicators assessed; rubric; and more information about the Biology Assessment.
http://mdk12.org/assessments/high_school/look_like/biology/intro.html
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PSAT
The PSAT is administed in October of each school year. All college bound juniors should understand that this test will qualify Juniors for National Merit Scholarships, National Achievement Scholarships (African-American Students), National Achievement Scholarships (Hispanic students) and Maryland Distinguished Scholar. The PSAT is given only once a year. Do not miss this test!
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SAT & ACT
SAT Dates 2012-2013
| SAT Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
Late Registration Deadline |
| October 6 |
September 7 |
September 21 |
| November 3 |
October 4 |
October 19 |
| December 1 |
November 1 |
November 16 |
| January 26 |
December 28 |
January 11 |
| March 9 |
February 8 |
February 22 |
| May 4 |
April 5 |
April 19 |
| June 1 |
May 2 |
May 17 |
You may sign up for the SAT's by going to www.collegeboard.com.
If you would like to take the ACT's in place of/or in addition to the SAT, the important dates for 2012-2013 are:
| ACT Test Date |
ACT Registration Deadline |
Late Fee Required |
| October 27 |
September 21 |
September 22 - October 5 |
| December 8 |
November 2 |
November 3-16 |
| February 9 |
January 11 |
January 12-18 |
| April 13 |
March 8 |
March 9-22 |
| June 8 |
May 3 |
May 4-17 |
You may sign up for the ACT's at www.actstudent.org.
We encourage all Juniors to take one of these tests by the end of June. Please see your school counselor if you have any questions or concerns.
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SAT Question of the Day
Want to practice your SAT test-taking skills? Looking for sample SAT questions? Head over to the CollegeBoard website and check out their SAT Question of the Day.
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