Testing

SAT and ACT

SAT and ACT exams have resumed at Miami Springs Senior High, although the available space has been reduced to accommodate social distancing guidelines.

PSAT

On Tuesday, January 26, 2021; Miami Springs Senior High will offer the PSAT/NMSQT exam.

  • Students may use their PSAT/NMSQT score to create a personalized SAT study plan through Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy.
  • After taking the PSAT/NMSQT, your child’s score report will show which college-level AP courses match his/her strengths.
  • 11th Grade students who meet requirements are eligible to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program and compete for national recognition and college scholarships.
How to register to take the PSAT/NMSQT:
  • 9th grade and 11th grade students can register to take the exam by paying $17.00 via the OSP App on the student portal.
  • 10th grade students do not have to pay for the exam and do not have to register. All 10th grade students are expected to take the test on January 26, 2021.
Deadline to register for the PSAT/NMSQT is December 2nd , 2020.

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Oddone, Assessment Coordinator, at soddone@dadeschools.net

Please refer to the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide for detailed information about the test and competition.

October 2020 MDCPS Superintendent EOC Letter to ParentsDownload

Testing Resources

Our school is committed to providing our students with integrity based testing environments to ensure that their results are valid and a true reflection of their knowledge, application and understanding of the curriculum.

We offer a full range of testing opportunities for students.  In addition to the district and state required exams for graduation during the school day, we are a full SAT and ACT test center offering exams throughout the school year on Saturdays.  We also provide Advanced Placement and Cambridge testing opportunities for students enrolled in the programs. You are encouraged to visit these websites frequently to check for updates since revisions and adjustments may be posted as needed periodically.

Fact Sheets

Updated FSA Test Item Specifications and Test Design Summaries

  • The Specifications are a resource that defines the content and format of the test and test items for item writers and reviewers. Each grade-level and course specifications document indicates the alignment of items with the appropriate Florida standards. It also serves to provide all stakeholders with information about the scope and function of the assessment program.
  • Test Design Summaries provide a map or blueprint for how each assessment is designed. The summaries show the standards assessed within each reporting category and the representation of each category, in percentages, on the test.
  • The updated FSA Test Item Specifications and Test Design Summaries can now be accessed athttps://fsassessments.org/about-the-fsas.stml#interpretive-information

Updated FSA Paper-Based Practice Tests and Answer Keys

  • Students who will take the FSA English Language Arts (ELA) Reading and Mathematics paper-based tests are encouraged to use the practice tests to familiarize themselves with the various item types they may encounter on the assessments prior to the operational test. 
  • Additionally, students with a braille or large accommodation must participate in a practice test session using the appropriate accommodated practice materials. These materials are provided by the FLDOE and will be delivered to schools in late January 2019.
  • The Updated FSA Paper-Based Practice Tests and Answer Keys are now available at:https://fsassessments.org/students-and-families/practice-tests/paper-based-materials/paper-based-practice-test-materials.stml

We hope to inspire students to succeed and demonstrate the full range of their knowledge by testing with integrity thereby earning valid and merit based results.

Files:

Cambridge International Letter to Students and Families – August 2020Download
2020-2021 Testing Calendar – TENTATIVEDownload
K12 Uniform Assessment Calendar 2020-2021Download
Class of 2021: SAT and ACT Resources During Distance LearningDownload

COVID-19 Testing Updates

AP Webinar for AP Parents and Students 4/16/20

In case you were not able to join in with Trevor Packer, VP of College Board, on April 16, 2020 here is the webinar directed at AP Parents and Students to prepare for testing:​ Link

AP Spanish Phone Settings Guide – Do Not Disturb

Android Settings Guide – Do Not DisturbDownload
iPhone Settings Guide – Silence/Do Not DisturbDownload