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 April 8th and 9th, 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.
Please note that while all Walled Lake 8th graders will be here for a full day, 6th and 7th graders will have a late start on April 15th. 8th graders will be provided lunch on April 15th, but 6th and 7th graders will not be provided lunch on that day.
Morning Schedule
- 8:00 a.m.-8:05 a.m.-8th Graders arrive
- 8:20 a.m.-11:25 a.m.-Administer the 8th Grade PSAT
- 11:25 a.m.-11:58 a.m.-8th Grade Lunch
- 6th and 7th graders arrive at approximately 11:45 a.m.
Afternoon 1/2 Day Schedule
- 1st Hour 12:05 p.m.-12:30 p.m.
- 2nd Hour 12:35 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
- 3rd Hour 1:05 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
- 4th Hour 1:35 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
- 5th Hour 2:05 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
- 6th Hour 2:35 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thank you advance for your time and support as we prepare our 8th graders for this important day!
Please contact Mrs. Kathleen Hoover (8th grade counselor) at KathleenHover@wlcsd.org for any questions related to testing.
Sincerely,
CHS Administrative Team and Counseling Department