ACCUPLACER
ACCUPLACER
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This test is an alternate way to test into college level English or Math courses in some institutions. MACC and State Technical College of Missouri are two example schools that allow scores from this exam. If students do not achieve the qualifying ACT score, this is another way to test in to a English or Math class.
How to sign up: This test is NOT timed and can be given to students at any time through Student Services. Our school is a testing location through MACC. Students wanting to take the Accuplacer, must take the following steps:
Apply to MACC a minimum of 24 hours prior to testing
Contact MACC to request your MACC ID number: This number is required to register you for the exam
E-mail your school counselor with this ID number to schedule a time to test during school hours
ACT
ACT
The ACT Code for Hallsville High School is #261305. You MUST ENTER this code when you register for the ACT so we get a copy of your scores for your transcripts.
The ACT is a college entrance exam that tests students in the following areas: English, Math, Reading, Science. The Writing test is optional. This is a national exam with specific tests dates.
Students to register themselves for the national test dates must do so at www.actstudent.org. Information on exam fees can be found here. Students that receive free or reduced lunches can request a waiver to this fee from Student Services. The deadline to register for each exam date is approximately 1.5 months in advance of the test date.
How to Prepare for the ACT
Download the ACT app
Practice test books are available in the Media Center!
When to Take the ACT
Take the ACT the year before you take College Algebra and/or College Composition. Students currently in Algebra II should have 1-2 tests by the end of the year to have a qualifying test score for the college course. Students currently in English II with plans of College Composition for their next English course.
Before Senior Year:
Students with ACT scores prior to their senior year are ready to begin applying to post-secondary institutions as soon as their senior year beginns
All juniors will be offered a free optional ACT during their junior year
Any student pursuing State Technical College, Community College, or University level post-secondary education need an ACT for acceptance and English / Math course placement
Most colleges have "Priority Deadlines" for automatic scholarships; for example, Mizzou has a December 1 priority deadline
Students with specific ACT / GPA scores will be awarded scholarships.
During Senior Year:
Taking the ACT during your senior year is recommended only as a boost to a current score. In this case, check with the institution you are planning to attend to see testing deadlines.
End of Course (EOC) Exams
End of Course (EOC) Exams
What is it? The Missouri Assessment Program assesses students' progress toward the Missouri Learning Standards, which are Missouri's content standards. End-of-Course assessments (EOC's) are taken when a student has received instruction on the Missouri Learning Standards for an assessment, regardless of grade level. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) requires districts to administer Algebra I, English II, Biology, and Government prior to graduation. Other EOC's Missouri school districts can have the option of administering are English I, Geometry, Algebra II, American History and Physical Science.
Most EOCs are multiple choice questions; however, English II and Algebra I, have a second session that will require a student to complete a performance event, which is a more demanding task requiring students to work through problems, experiments, arguments, or extended pieces of writing.
Student's course schedule automatically determines any EOCs a student will be administered. Hallsville High School administers EOCs both in the fall and spring.
A student begins preparation for an EOC assessment on the first day the student is in attendance in an EOC course to assessment day. Besides being actively engaged in class daily and committing to doing all assignments for a class to the student's potential, here are some helpful tips to help insure a student is doing what can be done to be prepared for an EOC:
Time Management
Good Study Habits
Set Attainable Goals
Concentration
Take Good Notes/Review Notes
Completion of Assignments
Organizational Skills
Motivation
Commitment
PSAT-NMSQT
PSAT-NMSQT
The PSAT is an exam that is taken during the junior year to practice for the SAT. It is also the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. This is a national exam that is only given once each fall. Sophomores are welcome to test as a practice, but they will not be eligible for the scholarship competition. All fees and the sign up process is the same.
Students interested in taking this exam, notify their school counselor in August.
Once your receipt is turned in, you may pick up a PSAT-NMSQT practice book. It has a full length practice test, and a ton of information regarding all the scholarship opportunities out there for students with qualifying scores. More information can also be found at www.collegeboard.org. Another great study site is www.4tests.com.
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