SAT/ACT Testing 2020-2021

School Day Testing:

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 MHS will be providing the state mandated SAT test on site.
This test is required for every senior, even if you've already taken the SAT.
Test doors will open at 7:50. Temperatures will be taken at the door. While it is important that you test if you are able to do so, PLEASE do not attend if you are ill.
Everyone tests on the 14th. It does not matter which group you are assigned to or if you are "Remote Only." You will test on Wednesday, Oct. 14.
If you miss this test, you will have to make it up. It is a state requirement. Morrison School District has no discretion over who tests and who doesn't.
Testing should last until about 1:00. We should end a bit before, but assuming 1:00 gives plenty of time.
Seniors will be released at 1:00 to leave the school.
Anyone who wants a sack lunch from the cafeteria, please let Ms. Streets know and one will be available.

Test Preparation:

This is short notice for a test of this type. I would encourage just doing your best the day of.
- REMEMBER - Virtually all colleges have waived any type of standardized testing requirement. These test scores will be helpful with some scholarships, but the entire world is aware of how difficult standardized tests are this year. While this test is still very important, it's not quite as important as in years gone by.
Be sure you wear comfortable clothes. This is a long time to sit in one place and focus. This is a good day to wear your favorite sweats.
NO CELL PHONES OR SMART WATCHES. We will take them at the door so please don't bring them.
Bring a calculator.
Bring your favorite #2 pencils. Remember, no mechanical pencils.
Eat breakfast. Studies and experts state that something substantial and not too sugary is best. This is a long morning.
Sleep well. This is the night to go to bed at 8:00 and turn off all your screens.

This link will take you to a site that lists all of the upcoming SAT test dates. If you scroll down the left side of the page, there is also an option that will take you to test locations. There are several in Illinois and Iowa, some quite close to Morrison.

ACT Test Dates

This link connects to the ACT registration page. If you scroll down you will see a list of test dates and a search features that allows you to search for test centers by location or area. These test sites are almost identical to the sites for the SAT test.

Important to note:

You have NOT missed any test dates. It is still completely possible to sign up for the first tests occurring in August.
If you are normally eligible for a fee waiver (receive reduced school fees or free and reduced lunch or are categorized as homeless for the school system) PLEASE let me know. I can easily provide those at any point. If circumstances have changed and you believe you may be eligible for a fee waiver but have never been eligible before, again PLEASE let me know. There is help available in these situations.
Given how strange the end of this year has been and how unpredictable things are right now, don't forget that I am available at jennifer.streets@morrisonschools.org or by phone at (815) 772-4071 ext 12004. If you have any questions please let me know. I would be happy to help.