A Letter from RCAS AP & ACT Assessment Coordinator
As we begin a new academic year, I want you to be aware of an opportunity that may be beneficial as you plan for your final years in high school and beyond.
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) measures what you’re learning in school, determines if you’re on track, and opens doors for opportunities to prepare and pay for college.
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Taking the PSAT/NMSQT offers the following benefits to help you prepare for your academic future:
- Connect to $300 Million in Scholarships
- Learn Your Academic Strengths
- Access Free, Personalized Prep
- Be Eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program: When you take the PSAT/NMSQT as an 11th grader, you may meet requirements to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program and compete for national recognition and college scholarships. Please note that 10th graders are not eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
The test is offered at 8:00am on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at The Monument Civic Center Spruce Room. The exam fee is $25. If you require testing accommodations due to an IEP or 504, please contact me no later than Friday, August 30. To register for the exam, follow the directions below to register and pay for the exam no later than Wednesday, September 25, 2024. If you need financial assistance or help with the payment process, please contact jamie.strasser@k12.sd.us.
Scan Here for eFunds → 
- Go to https://payments.efundsforschools.com/v3/districts/55826/
- Click “Pay for Optional Fees”
- Log in to your account
- Select your student
- Select the PSAT/NMSQT exam
- Complete the transaction – you will receive a confirmation email from eFunds
If you are unsure if you should or should not take this test, please contact your school counselor to discuss. After you complete payment for the test, additional details will be forthcoming in an email closer to the exam date.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Jamie Strasser
AP & ACT Assessment Coordinator