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National Testing
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What is the ACT?
The ACT is a comprehensive exam that is one of the two tests commonly used for college acceptance purposes. The exam consists of four multiple-choice tests and one writing prompt (Saturday tests only).
- English: 75 questions, 45 minutes
- Mathematics: 60 questions, 60 minutes
- Reading: 40 questions, 35 minutes
- Science: 40 questions, 35 minutes
Date: February 28, 2024 (on home campus)
Who: Juniors
When: During the school day
Other test dates during the year on Saturdays:- September 9, 2023 @ SHS
- October 28, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
- December 9, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
- February 10, 2024 @ BHS & SHS
- April 13, 2024 @ BHS & SHS
- June 8, 2024 @ BHS
ACT Resources:
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What is the ASVAB?
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a career exploration program that includes a multiple aptitude test battery and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. An interest inventory and various career planning tools are designed to help students explore career opportunities. This test is administered by a representative from the military, but there is no obligation to enlist after taking the ASVAB.
Date:
- CTHS - October
- BHS - November
- SHS - December
- WHS - January
Who: Offered to all sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Cost: no cost
Contact your campus College and Career Readiness Specialist for information about campus-specific test days
Minimum Required ASVAB Scores for Military Branches:
- Army - 31
- Navy - 35
- Marines - 32
- Air Force - 31
- Coast Guard - 40
*These scores are subject to change without notice.
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What is the PreACT?
The PreACT assessments offer students an early experience with ACT test items, provides a predicted ACT test score, and offers a wealth of information to help students get the start they need to be college ready.
Date: October 18, 2023 (home campus)
Who: All students who register with their campus College & Career Readiness Specialist
Cost: $18 per student
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What is the PSAT/NMSQT?
The Preliminary SAT also known as the PSAT/NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), is a practice version of the SAT exam. Most students take this exam in 10th and 11th grade. If you earn a qualifying score as a junior, you could qualify to receive a National Merit Scholarship. This test is 2 hours and 45 minutes in length and tests skills in reading, writing, and math.
Date: October 11, 2023 (home campus)
Who: All students who register with their campus College & Career Readiness Specialist
Cost: $18 per student
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What is the SAT?
The SAT is a comprehensive exam that is one of the two tests commonly used for college acceptance purposes. There are three sections: math, critical reading and writing. The first two sections are multiple-choice tests. The writing is only offered on Saturday tests.
- Reading: 52 questions, 65 minutes
- Math: 58 questions, 80 minutes
Date: March 6, 2024 (on home campus)
Who: Juniors
When: During the school day
Other test dates during the year on Saturdays:- October 7, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
- November 4, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
- December 2, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
- March 9, 2024 @ TBD
- May 4, 2024 @ TBD
- June 1, 2024 @ TBD
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What is the TSIA2?
The Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2) is a series of placement tests for students enrolling in public colleges and universities in Texas. These tests help schools determine if the student is ready for college-level courses in the areas of reading, writing, and math.
TSIA2 - Everything You Need to Know (video)
TSIA2 - Student Informative Brochure (document)
Date: December 10-11, 2023
Who: Students enrolled in Algebra II and English III
When: During the school day at BHS, CTHS, SHS, WHS - contact your campus College and Career Readiness Specialist for information
Date: February 22-March 3, 2024
Who: Students who plan to enroll in the Dual Credit Program with TCC
When: During the school day at BHS, CTHS, SHS, WHS - contact College and Career Readiness Specialist for information
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Test Prep Opportunities
EMS ISD is now offering all high school students test preparation opportunities at no cost to students to help prepare for entrance exams like the ACT and SAT. The test prep program began as a summer enrichment opportunity and has now expanded to include sessions during the school year for all EMS ISD students. Taught by certified EMS ISD teachers who are trained in the Princeton Review curriculum, these classes are offered on each high school campus. Additionally, students receive access to online resources to continue their learning. The College and Career Readiness department accommodates:
- PreACT
- PSAT
- ASVAB
- TSIA2
- SAT School Day
- ACT School Day
- ACT Prep Academy
- SAT Prep Academy
For more information, contact:
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Boswell High SchoolCree Magill cmagill@ems-isd.netChisholm Trail High SchoolMelissa Cordova mcordova@ems-isd.netSaginaw High SchoolCathy Bradshaw cbradshaw@ems-isd.netWatson High SchoolKatie Munk kmunk@ems-isd.net