PSAT TESTING FOR CHS 8TH GRADERS

Dear CHS 8th Grade Families,

Our school has begun the preparation for the upcoming PSAT 8/9 test on Tuesday, April 15th. This date is set by the state, and all of our middle schools in Walled Lake will be testing on this day. It is important that all students are present on test day. Please avoid scheduling doctor, dentist or other appointments on that day.

Similar to last year, the PSAT is a digital test. On Monday, April 15th, we will be conducting a digital readiness check to ensure all of our chromebooks are ready with the correct application, called Bluebook, and that it is installed correctly. Students will also be given time on that day to familiarize themselves with the tools and format of this digital test during this readiness check.

We will be using district-issued chromebooks for testing that day. If your child has a district-issued chromebook, they will use it on that day. It is important that the chromebook be fully charged. It is also recommended that your child bring their chromebook charger in the event that the chromebook need to be charged during the testing. If your child does not have district-issued chromebook, one will be provided from our chromebook cart that day.

8th graders will attend a full day of school on Wednesday, April 17th . We will run our normal schedule with shortened class periods in the morning (no lunch for 6th or 7th graders), ending at 11:00 am. At that time, all 6th and 7th graders will be dismissed to go home (regular bus routes will run that day). 8th graders have the option of getting a hot lunch or bringing a lunch. They will be provided enough time to eat, and use the restroom, if needed, before heading to their testing room for the afternoon. 8th graders will be dismissed at 3:00 (regular bus routes).

More details will be shared as we get closer to the date of the test. Thank you advance for your time and support as we prepare our 8th graders for this important day!

Please contact Mrs. Bratke (8th grade counselor) at MaureenBratke@wlcsd.org for any questions related to testing.

Sincerely,

CHS Administrative Team and Counseling Department

8:10-8:20-8th Grade only. Attendance/Morning Announcements

8:20-11:25-PSAT 8-All staff to proctor

11:25-11:58-8th Grade Lunch/Staff Lunch (6th/7th Grade arrive at approximately 11:45-Will keep in gym until 11:58)

12:05-12:30-1st

12:35-1:00-2nd

1:05-1:30-3rd

1:35-2:00-4th

2:05-2:30-5th

2:35-3:00-6th