Testing & Exam Information

Advanced Placement

This year, exams are either fully digital or hybrid digital. Use the link below based on the exam you are taking to learn more about your testing experience.

Exam Subject	Exam Type	Exam Experience Link
African American Studies (U.S. schools only)   Art History  Comparative Government and Politics  Computer Science A Computer Science Principles   English Language and Composition   English Literature and Composition   Environmental Science  European History   Human Geography  Psychology  Seminar United States Government and Politics  United States History   World History: Modern	Fully Digital
Biology   Calculus AB  Calculus BC  Chemistry  Macroeconomics   Microeconomics  Physics 1: Algebra-Based Physics 2: Algebra-Based  Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism  Physics C: Mechanics  Precalculus  Statistics	Hybrid Digital

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Exam-Specific Information

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Comparative Government & Politics

English Language & Composition

English Literature & Composition

Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism

Exams may NOT be taken early. No exceptions.

Fall Final Exams
Spring Final Exams

PSAT Campaign 2024

PSAT Question of the Day
- Friday, September 20th – Tuesday, October 4th.
- Posted in the Cafeteria and on all TV monitors throughout the building.
- QR code for students to submit answers.
- One winner will be selected each day at 4pm.
  1. Winner sent to announce the next morning.
  2. Reward will be delivered to student during 3rd period.
  3. Full PSAT QOD PPT will be posted on Friday, October 4, 2024, by 4:00pm.
  4. Students may use this to help prepare for the PSAT.
PSAT Email Communications
- To begin 9/20/2024
  - PSAT/NMSQT
  - PSAT 8/9
- Weekly additions to the PSAT Resource page found on the AHS website.
  - Information
  - FAQs
  - Resources

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PSAT 8/9 At a Glance

PSAT 8/9 Student Guide

PSAT/NMSQT At a Glance

PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide

PSAT 8/9 (for 9th grade)

Why AHS Offers the PSAT 8/9 (and why your child should take it)

Welcome to the PSAT 8/9!

At Alpharetta High School, we believe in creating as many opportunities as possible for our students to own their future. That’s why we offer the PSAT 8/9 to our students. The PSAT 8/9 will be given on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Alpharetta High School! The test will be given during the school day and is required for students in grade 9. Below are some guidelines on how to approach the PSAT 8/9 for the 2024 school year.

Why take the PSAT 8/9?
This year, the PSAT 8/9 is required for all students in grade 9 as it serves as the FCS Universal Screener. Whether your child is thinking about attending a two- or four-year college, is going straight into the workforce, or isn’t sure what they want to do after high school, the PSAT 8/9 can help make their path clearer. With the PSAT 8/9, You'll know your strengths and what skills you'll need to practice so you can continue to improve. Then you can track your progress when you take the PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT, and/or SAT.

New this year:
This fall, PSAT 8/9 will be given in a new digital format. Your child will take the PSAT 8/9 on Thursday, October 9, 2024. Again, all 9-11^th grade students are required to take these tests (either 8/9 or PSAT/NMSQT).

Students will use their FCS-issued devices and utilize the Bluebook app on their desktop. If students choose to use their own personal device, they must ensure that the Bluebook app is downloaded by September 23, 2024. Scores will be released in mid-November.

STUDENT ACTION ITEMS:
Please ask your child to complete the tasks listed below prior to test day:

Watch this video to see what students can expect from the digital PSAT/NMSQT. Preparing for the PSAT
Participate in the PSAT Question of the Day by answering the questions found on TV screens all over the school. Submit answers to the QR code for your chance to win a prize!
Go to the College Board website and check out all the resources found in the Student Resources Center. College Board
Visit the AHS website for more information. Be sure to bookmark the page because resources and information will be uploaded frequently.

If you or your child have questions about the PSAT 8/9 or college and career planning, please reach out to Jackie Johnston or your child’s counselor—we’re here to help!

PSAT/NMSQT (for 10th-11th grade)

Why AHS Offers the PSAT/NMSQT (and why your child should take it)

At Alpharetta High School, we believe in creating as many opportunities as possible for our students to own their future. That’s why we offer the PSAT/NMSQT to our students. The PSAT/NMSQT will be given on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Alpharetta High School! The test will be given during the school day and is required for students in grade 10-11.

Whether your child is thinking about attending a two- or four-year college, is going straight into the workforce, or isn’t sure what they want to do after high school, the PSAT/NMSQT can help make their path clearer. 

Why Take the PSAT/NMSQT?

This year, the PSAT/NMSQT is required for all students in grade 10-11 as it serves as the FCS Universal Screener.
Results from the PSAT/NMSQT provide insights into your child’s academic strengths, along with areas they can work on while still in high school. If your child took the PSAT 8/9, they’ll see their progress from one test to the next.
Taking the PSAT/NMSQT can also help your child to: · Enter the National Merit® Scholarship Program if they meet program requirements specified in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide.
See where they are and set a target for where they want to be.
Practice and prepare for the SAT®.
Find out what AP® courses they’re ready to take.
Plan and pay for college.
Connect to their future career.

For AHS specifically: 10th grade PSAT scores are used to determine eligibility for extended lunch privilege for the fall semester of their junior year!

New this year: This fall, the PSAT/NMSQT and PSAT 8/9 will be given in a new digital format. Your child will take the PSAT 8/9 or the PSAT/NMSQT on Thursday, October 9, 2024. Again, all 9-11^th grade students are required to take these tests (either 8/9 or PSAT/NMSQT).

Students will use their FCS-issued devices and utilize the Bluebook app on their desktop. If students choose to use their own personal device, they must ensure that the Bluebook app is downloaded by September 23, 2024. Scores will be released in mid-November.

STUDENT ACTION ITEMS:
Please ask your child to complete the tasks listed below prior to test day.

Watch this video to see what students can expect from the digital PSAT/NMSQT. What to Expect
Participate in the PSAT Question of the Day by answering the questions found on TV screens all over the school. Submit answers to the QR code for your chance to win a prize!
Go to the College Board website and check out all the resources found in the Student Resources Center. College Board
Visit the AHS website for more information regarding the PSAT/NMSQT. Be sure to bookmark the page because resources and information will be uploaded frequently.

If you or your child have questions about the PSAT/NMSQT or college and career planning, please reach out to Jackie Johnston or your child’s counselor—we’re here to help!

Welcome to the AHS Testing and Exam Information Page!

Frank Fortunato, fortunatof@fultonschools.org

Whitney Jankovic, jankovicw@fultonschools.org

Jackie Johnston, johnstonj@fultonschools.org