The PSAT is a great opportunity for your student to be contacted by some of the most prestigious scholarships available.  Sophomores who take the test will gain experience with the exam, and juniors who test can qualify for National Merit Scholar.  

If you would like to know more about this test, an informational Powerpoint is posted on our school’s main website under “staff”, select “accountability and testing.” Once on the accountability and testing page, you will see the powerpoint under the heading “PSAT.” Students may register and pay during school hours in my office M104.Important exam information:The exam will take place on Wednesday October 29th, 2020. By taking this exam you can be recognized with National Merit distinctions and scholarships. Cost of Exam - $17.  

Fee is due by October 9, 2020 to Mrs. Bottom in M104 (1st floor in the main building).Practice and preparation for the PSAT can be found on the website, Khan Academy.  Just search for SAT practice within the website.Participation in this exam is tied to acceptance into most BPSTIL Upper Level classes and allows Dual Enrollment eligibility.

Reading Comprehension questions practice link:
 https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sample-questions/reading/1

Writing Practice: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sample-questions/writing/1https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sample-questions/math/calculator-permitted/8

Bring a familiar calculator (we will supply calculators for those who do not bring one).Additional practice can be found on the College Board Website: www.collegeboard.com/psat.  Limited seating is available for sophomores and juniors.

Please pay and register as soon as possible.

Sincerely,

Nicole Bottom
Accountability Coach
Bossier High School
318-549-6707
Nicole.bottom@bossierschools.org