PSAT Parent Webinar 3222016 PSAT Score Report Overview

PSAT Parent Webinar 3/22/2016

PSAT Score Report Overview

PSAT 8/9 Score Report Webinar

Understanding Scores � The PSAT 8/9 is a test that will students and parents figure out what students need to work on most so that they’re ready for college when they graduate from high school. � It tests the same skills and knowledge as the SAT, and PSAT/NMSQT— in a way that makes sense for your grade level.

Making Sense of the Numbers � Score ranges, mean (average) scores, benchmarks, and percentiles can be used to see if you’re on track for college readiness ◦ Your score report will show you the information based upon typical U. S. test-takers per grade ◦ Unless your score is much lower than average, you’re probably developing the skills you’ll need in college � Benchmarks for each section are the scores that represent college readiness. ◦ A score at or above the benchmark means you are on track to be ready for college.

PSAT 8/9 versus PSAT/NMSQT � Both measure student college readiness � Both reports provide mean, percentile and benchmark data � Both reports can be accessed online for detailed information �Only the PSAT/NMSQT online report provides the AP Potential tool � Both provide students with access to Khan Academy as a study resource � Only the PSAT/NMSQT provides information on the National Merit Scholarship Program. �*Only 11 th grade students can qualify and be accepted to the program.

PSAT/NMSQT Score Report Webinar

Understanding PSAT/NMSQT � Grades 10 & 11 � The PSAT/NMSQT measures the knowledge and skills that research shows are the most essential for college and career readiness. � The score report is designed to both clearly summarize the current achievement levels and to help guide and encourage appropriate next steps to increase college and career readiness.

PSAT/NMSQT & College Readiness � Grade level benchmarks allow students and parents to understand how students are progressing toward college readiness. � Use the benchmark attainment to have a conversation with your student about college readiness and the sort of continued work needed to prepare for college success.

PSAT/NMSQT & College Readiness � The college and career benchmarks for the SAT predict a 75 percent likelihood of achieving at least a C in a set of first-year, credit bearing college courses.

Percentiles � Percentile ranks represent the percentage of students that score equal to or below the score the student obtained. � Nationally representative percentiles ◦ The nationally representative group (of all students in the same grade) would have had scores at or below the students score � User group percentiles ◦ Only students in the same grade who typically take the PSAT/NMSQT

Find More Information Online � � � https: //studentscores. collegeboard. org/home https: //student. collegeboard. org/ https: //collegereadiness. collegeboard. org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10

Access Online Scores

To Create a College Board Account 1. ) Go to studentscores. collegeboard. org. � 2. ) Click on “Sign Up, ” on the left-hand side � 3. ) Under Step 1: Enter Student Information: � Student’s First (Given) Name (Example: Barack) Middle Initial (Example: H) Student’s Last Name (Example: Obama) Gender ZIP/Postal Date of birth (list MONTH, DATE, YEAR) Year of High School Graduation Student’s email address (remember, use the same email address that was indicated on the paper form). ◦ Create a username and select your password (DO NOT LOSE THIS!) ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ 4. ) Step 2: Verify your information and click on confirm � 5. )To Check Your Scores: � ◦ 1. Go to: studentscores. collegeboard. org/ ◦ 2. Sign into your account. ◦ 3. Click on My Score Reports

Create an online account!

How to Link to Khan Academy

SAT Information � https: //collegereadiness. collegeboard. org/sat/register