PLAN tests achievement in English, Math, Reading and Science Reasoning. This instrument also provides feedback on the results of a career interest inventory utilizing both self-reported career selections and John Holland's career theory. The PSAT serves to acquaint students with the other college entrance exam, the SAT as well as providing them with entrance into the National Merit Scholarship competition program. Juniors are also offered the options of participating in two test prep programs. Career Visions is a comprehensive career and college search program that helps students identify occupations and colleges that closely match their interests and desires.
Students can compare occupations as well as link to relevant websites related to each career.
For example, students can choose from a variety of college characteristics such as programs of study, academic competitiveness, location, enrollment size, tuition, public or private, athletic programs, campus life, etc. to reduce their list of college matches to a manageable size. Students can then gather detailed information by clicking on graphic presentations of their matching colleges. To accommodate additional and more regular use, the program has also been installed on computers in the library and study hall as well as one of the two computer lab facilities. We are excited about the role and use of Career Visions in assisting students with their future plans and goals. Please have your children request a pass from their counselor if they have questions or need assistance with the software.