PSAT

This is the practice test for the SAT. There is a charge for this test. It is given to the Juniors who choose to take it during mid-October at CCHS. This is a good opportunity to experience the format of this type of test and it is also the test for academically talented students to possibly qualify for semi-finalist standing for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Watch for information on signing up for the test in the September Newsletter.

We do not recommend that Juniors take the actual ACT or SAT until the spring or summer of their Junior Year.

The Military-ASVAB

What is the ASVAB?
The ASVAB is actually a multi-aptitude test battery known as the Career Exploration Program. It is available at over 14,000 schools nationwide and is maintained by the Department of Defense. The ASVAB comprises ten individual tests: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge, Arithmetic Reasoning, General Science, Auto and Shop Information, Mechanical Comprehension, Electronics Information, Numerical Operations, and Coding Speed. Not only do you receive scores on each of these individual tests, you also receive composite scores. Composite scores combine individual tests to yield Verbal, Math, and Academic Ability scores. Each ASVAB test area is timed, and the whole test takes about three hours. The ASVAB is the most widely used multiple aptitude test battery in the world. It is not recommended before the Junior year of high school.  The ASVAB is usually given at the Jackson Area Career Center in early December. Watch for postings in the newsletter or see your counselor.

Plan Test

The Plan Test is given during the fall to Sophomores who choose to take it. It is a practice test for the ACT, which is a college entrance test. Taking the Plan test allows students to get some practice with the test and to familiarize themselves with the structure of the test. There is a charge for the test. The students who should take this test are those who think they would like to go to college.

AP Testing (Advanced Placement)

Advanced Placement testing for students in AP or advanced classes for possible college credit is available to Juniors and Seniors in May. See your counselor for more information.