Registration and Payment for May 2022 AP Exams

The registration and payment window is open for this school year's AP exams. You have until November 5th to register and make a payment through the NTPS Payment Portal. The AP exam fee is $96 per exam. 

Registering for an exam consists of two steps:

1. Register for exam through CollegeBoard
2. Pay the exam fee through the Payment Portal

If a payment is not made, your student's exam will not be ordered. If you qualify for free/reduced lunch, your exam fee will be covered by NTPS. If this is the case you only need to log on to CollegeBoard and register for the exam. 

Important Items to Note:

• Late exams may be ordered between November 5th and March 4th however there will be a $40 late fee per test ordered. 

Helpful Links:

• Exam Overview: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/ap-exams-overview
• Exam Dates: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/exam-dates-and-fees
  
• NTPS Payment Portal: https://wa-norththurston.intouchreceipting.com/

Questions? Please contact Kayla Grantham, AP Coordinator, kgrantham@nthurston.k12.wa.us

For Example:

• A student enrolled in grade 9 in fall 2021 will take the grade 8 SBA.
• A student enrolled in grade 11 in fall 2021 will take the grade 10 SBA.

CLICK HERE to view the statement from State Superintendent Chris Reykdal regarding the 2020-2021 state assessments. 

The Smarter Balanced Assessment is one measure of students’ progress toward college and career readiness in English language arts/literacy and math. These assessments are given to 10th grade students at the end of the school year and consist of two parts: a computer adaptive test and a performance task.

For Example:

• A student enrolled in grade 9 in fall 2021 will take the grade 8 WCAS.
• A student enrolled in grade 12 in fall 2021 will take the grade 11 WCAS.

CLICK HERE to view the statement from State Superintendent Chris Reykdal regarding the 2020-2021 state assessments.

The Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS) measures the level of proficiency that Washington students have achieved. All students are assessed on their knowledge of the science standards through the WCAS in grades 5, 8, and 11.

One of the best preparations for the SAT is the Preliminary SAT National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).  The PSAT is a multiple-choice standardized test administered by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation. It is given once a year in October at high schools nationwide. Top scoring Juniors may qualify for National Merit Scholarship consideration. 

THE 2021-2022 PSAT IS SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2021.

This test is designed for students who are interested in attending a four-year college.  Juniors can take the test for FREE and can sign-up starting Monday, September 20^th in room 066 before school, after school, and during lunches.  The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, October 6^th.  Space is limited so sign up early to reserve your seat!

The test will be held in the NTHS Auxiliary Gym and will start at 7:30 am sharp. Students should arrive no later than 7:15 am WITH PHOTO ID, ready to check-in. Late students WILL NOT BE ADMITTED!

*Sophomores can sign up to take the test starting on Wednesday September 29^th if there are unfilled seats. The cost for sophomores is $18 and must be paid online through the Payment Portal prior to signing up. 

Questions? Contact Ms. Grantham, Assessment Coordinator

Head over to the CollegeBoard website to find practice tests and other tools. Taking a practice test is a great way to simulate test day (links below).

Helpful Links:

• Inside the Test: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/inside-the-test
• Taking the Test: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/taking-the-tests
• Practice Test: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice
• Understanding your Scores: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/scores/understanding-scores 
• Scholarships and Recognition: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/scholarships-and-recognition

COVID 19 - SAT/ ACT INFORMATION UPDATE

Test results for SAT/ACT are not required for fall 2021 college admission in any Washington State colleges or universities. For information regarding out-of-state college admissions requirements, please visit the college's website.

Head over to the College and Career Center page for information regarding the SAT and ACT. 

Questions? Contact Laurel Ponzoha, College and Career Center Specialist, at lponzoha@nthurston.k12.wa.us

North Thurston High School offers the ASVAB once in the Fall and once in the Spring. You can also speak with a recruiter about testing.

Head over to the College and Career Center page for more information. 

Questions? Contact Laurel Ponzoha, College and Career Center Specialist, at lponzoha@nthurston.k12.wa.us