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PLAN Test Sophomore Class of 2015 Thursday , September 13, 2012

PLAN Test Sophomore Class of 2015 Thursday , September 13, 2012. All sophomore students will take the PLAN test . Students will enter the large gym at 7:15 am

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PLAN Test Sophomore Class of 2015 Thursday , September 13, 2012

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  1. PLAN TestSophomore Class of 2015Thursday, September 13, 2012

  2. All sophomore students will take the PLAN test • Students will enter the large gym at 7:15 am • The test will start promptly at 7:35 and last until noon. Students will go to third lunch and then proceed to their 7th block classes • All sophomores are automatically signed up to take the test

  3. What is the purpose of the PLAN? • The test is directly aligned with the ACT, which assesses students’ academic progress and college readiness • The test provides a predictive ACT score • The test assists students in selecting high school coursework • The test provides information to assist in setting career goals

  4. How are the PLAN results used? • The results of the PLAN will assist teachers, counselors and students in locating students’ strengths and weaknesses • Students may use the results to choose classes for junior and senior year • Students are able to determine ways to improve their areas of weakness prior to college

  5. How do I prepare to take the test? • No advanced studying is required • Get a good night’s rest • Eat a healthy breakfast • Bring sharpened # 2 pencils; pencil sharpeners will not be available • Mechanical pencils should not be used • Bring calculator and extra batteries

  6. When will I receive the test results? • Results are usually sent to the school the second week in November. • Counselors will return the results to you in your World History classes

  7. What will be included on the test? • Tests in English, Reading, Math and Science---just like the ACT • A career interest inventory that can help with career exploration • Opportunity to sign up to release your contact information to the PLAN Educational Opportunity Service

  8. What if I release my contact information? • This permits the PLAN Educational Opportunity Service to send your name and address to agencies that will provide you with information about education, scholarships, careers and financial aid • You will receive information from colleges and universities • NO ONE WILL RECEIVE YOUR TEST SCORES!

  9. How can I do my best on the PLAN? • Follow directions exactly • Mark your answer folder carefully • Fill in the ovals neatly • Don’t spend too much time on one question • Watch the time and pace yourself • There is no penalty for guessing

  10. QUESTIONS? • Talk to your counselor • Ask your teachers • visit http://www/act/org/plan

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