� American College Testing Program( ACT) The American College Testing Assessment is administered by the American College Testing Program and used by postsecondary institutions for admissions purposes. The instrument includes five tests of educational development: English Mathematics, Science, Reading and Writing. The Writing is optional. The High School Course / Grade Information questionnaire and ACT Interest Inventory and Student Profile Section are also included in the ACT. The ACT is one of the admissions tests used by postsecondary institutions to assist in selection students. Students must pay and register by mail several weeks prior to the test date. Registration informaton is available in the school counselors’ office.
North Carolina is now requiring that each 11th grade student take the ACT. The ACT assessment will be given free of charge to all North Carolina 11th graders. ACT test results are widely accepted by college admissions offices and considered an admissions offices and considered an accurate gauge of classroom achievement. ACT results may be used at the high school level to identify students who need assistance with certain subject areas or academic skills, evaluate effectiveness of instruction, and make adjustments to curriculum to improve instruction. Colleges use the ACT for admissions decisions, course placement, academic advising, and loans and scholorships. ACT offers a dedicated websire for NC that is specifically related to our administration of the ACT. You can find the NC specific ACT website at http:// www. act. org / stateservices / northcarolina /.
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Fee Waivers Fee waivers are available to students to help offset the cost of the SAT and ACT exam fees. Juniors and Seniors who participate in the Free or Reduced Lunch Program qualify for a limited number of fee waivers on a first-come, first- served basis. Students should contact the counseling office for more information on the process to receive fee waivers.
Advanced Placement Tests AP tests are required for those students who are enrolled in AP courses and desire college credit. Substantial college credit may be earned by attaining the scores required by a given college. Students should consult their selected college or university for specific information. The AP exam will be administered at the end of the course. Students who do not take the AP exam will have their final course grade lowered by one letter grade.
NCDAP NCDAP- a placement test required by many community colleges and postsecondary schools. The NCDAP measures the student’ s reading, writing, numerical, and math skills. The results will provide the student with useful information as well as a placement exam for many of the North Carolina Community Colleges. If you have any questions, please call Cleveland Community college or talk with your counselor at the high school. This test is administered only at CCC.
ASVAB The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery( ASVAB) is administered to juniors and seniors who register. This multiaptitude battery consists of eight sub-tests. The test is administered twice yearly during the school day, once in the fall smester and once in the spring semester. The ASVAB Career Exploration Program can assist young people in learning more about their interests and aptitudes, and about rewarding career opportunities. ASVAB is also a good practice for the SAT and ACT. If you have questions, please call Penny Clontz, Career Development Coordinator at the high school.
WorkKeys Foundational and Personal Skills Assessment Seniors that have completed four courses in Career and Technical Education or Career and College Promise courses are administered this assessment. It is the leading job skills assessment in the nation measuring real world foundational skills that employers believe are critical to job success. These skills are valuable for any occupation, skilled or professional, and at any level of education. Based on student performance, students are awarded various certificates.
Students are encouraged to meet with their counselors regarding their post-secondary plans. www. CFNC. org
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