Juniors
Don't miss important dates and information - sign up for Junior Reminds to get texts from your counselors:
If your student's last name is:
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A- En - Text @ff396a to 81010
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Er-La - Text @686dha to 81010
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Le-Ri - Text @ek9967k to 81010
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Ro-Z - Text @3fdgf to 81010
Also, keep up with activities and requirements in the Class of 2020 Google Classroom.
Why do you want to take the ACT?
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Completion of this test is a graduation requirement for Nevada High School students.
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The ACT is an exam accepted by all colleges and universities to make admissions decisions - the better you do the more options you have.
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There are many scholarships offered based on ACT scores - the better you do, the more scholarship options and the higher their value.
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Normally it costs $67 to take the ACT with the writing section. On February 23rd, there is no cost to our Douglas High School juniors.
How can I prepare and improve my score on the ACT?
Attend the weekly practice sessions offered by our teaching staff and their online sessions & practice tests. Study sessions to begin at start of second semester, and will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays:
- Jan 6, 7
- Jan 13, 14
- Jan 20, 21
- Jan 27, 28
- Feb 2, 3 (This is a Tuesday/ Wednesday since Feb 4 is a day off for students)
- Feb 10, 11
For each date above, the following will be offered:
- 1 on campus session with one subject area of focus
- 1 on campus session of a proctored practice test (1-2 sections proctored)
- 1 virtual session with one subject area of focus
Stay tuned to the Class of 2022 Google Classroom for:
- Google Form sign-ups for sessions, in person reviews will be limited to 15 students per classroom.
- Practice tests that can be printed, and instructions on where to go to pick up paper versions and scantron copies
- Recorded virtual sessions
- Complex text critical reading
- Test item analysis
- Test-taking strategies
Juniors are given a chance to take the PSAT each fall semester. This test is used to apply for National Merit Scholarships, and as a practice exam for the SAT.