VERY IMPORTANT NEWS: On Wednesday October 15th, ALL 9th, 10th, and 11th graders at Nathan Hale (and in all Seattle High Schools) will be taking the PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test) as directed by the Superintendent’s Office. The testing is free, and your students do not need to register. Testing will take place in classrooms with Nathan Hale teachers administering the tests. You should be receiving a detailed notice from Seattle Public Schools regarding the upcoming testing.
Some key details:
1. On Wednesday October 15th, Twelfth graders should not come to school until lunchtime (12 pm).
2. There will be a full roster of classes on Wednesday afternoon, October 15th.
3. We have created an adjusted schedule to ensure that students are not missing any classes on the 15th and 16th. This schedule will be printed in the Daily Bulletin and posted on the Nathan Hale website.
4. Students should plan to bring at least two pencils and if possible a basic four function calculator for testing. We will have extra pencils and calculators available.
5. Encourage your 9th and 10th graders to see this as an excellent time to practice the skills required by the PSAT. Their scores will not appear on their transcripts or any other official documentation. We are holding testing in their classrooms so that they feel as comfortable as possible.
6. For more information, visit the Seattle Schools website at www.seattleschools.org/area/psat/.
Thank you!
Marni Campbell, Principal
