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Testing
Helpful Links and Handouts
- Meet the New SAT
- Comparison of the New SAT and ACT
- SAT Study Guide for Students
- Inside the SAT
- 8 Key Changes to the SAT
- Key Changes and Practice Questions for the SAT
- Full Length SAT Practice Tests from the College Board
- Practice PSAT 10
- ACT.org
- ACT Test Prep
Suggested Practice Links
Khan Academy: Khan Academy provides students with SAT practice tests and tutorials. You can even link your College Board SAT and PSAT tests into your Khan Academy log-in for a personalized tutorial.
Learning Express Library College Prep and Testing Center: Learning Express Library provides practice tests and tutorials for kids wanting more on the ACT and SAT. After Khan Academy, reviews on this site are comprehensive and helpful for students.
The Official SAT Question of the Day App: The Official Daily SAT Practice App for Android and Iphone
Pankow Senior Honor Cords
Career and Technical Education (CTE) - Maroon and Silver (Award of Achievement)
Any senior who has completed 3 semesters at the Pankow Center (not necessarily in the same program). Accumulated a GPA of 3.3 or higher (B+ or better) during those 3 semesters of CTE. Currently enrolled in a 4th semester.
Math/Science/Technology (MST) - Maroon and Silver (Award of Achievement)
Any senior who has completed all four years of the MST Program; students that have a B+ or higher will be noted as Completer of the Program “With Honors”.
Mu Alpha Theta - Lavender and Gold (Award of Accomplishment)
MST Mu Alpha Theta seniors receiving an honor cord have met the initial criteria for membership which includes maintaining a 3.0 mathematics GPA. In addition, these students have also adhered to the expectations set by the chapter which includes tutoring, attending all scheduled meetings, participating in Pi Week, and taking part in at least one mathematics competition per year. Honor cord recipients must maintain their membership for a minimum of two years.
National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) - Purple and White
Pankow Leadership Council - Maroon and White (Award of Accomplishment)
Student must be a senior in good standing with student council.
Students must have at least 3 years of service on student council during high school.
Seniors with less than 3 years of service on student council may receive an Honor Cord, if they demonstrated outstanding service.
The Advisors of the Student Council will do an evaluation for the senior with less than
3 years of service.
Performing Arts Acting (PA) - Maroon and Silver (Award of Achievement)
Any senior who has completed 7 semesters and enrolled in 8th in the same program at the Pankow Center. Accumulated a GPA of 3.3 or higher during 7 semesters for Acting.
Performing Arts Dance (PA) - Maroon and Silver (Award of Achievement)
Any senior who has completed 5 semesters and enrolled in 6th in the same program at the Pankow Center. Accumulated a GPA of 3.3 or higher during 3 semesters for Dance.
Science National Honor Society (SNHS) - Purple, Green, and Gold (Award of Accomplishment)
Science National Honor Society seniors receiving an honor cord have met the initial criteria for membership which includes maintaining a 3.6 science GPA. In addition, these students have also adhered to the expectations set by the chapter which includes tutoring, attending all scheduled meetings, participating in events run by SNHS, and participating in Earth Week. Honor cord recipients must maintain their membership for a minimum of two years.
Thespian (Acting) - Gold and White
Thespian Troupe 7494 seniors receiving an honor cord have met the initial criteria for membership by earning points through theatrical endeavors including: acting, sets, crew, and other theatre related activities. Additionally, seniors receiving an honor cord must maintain active status in Troupe 7494 throughout their membership by attending and participating in Troupe meetings, activities, and service projects.