PSAT and SAT School Day

 

Who Tests

• 9th Grade – PSAT 8/9
• 10th & 11th Grade – PSAT/NMSQT
• 12th Grade – Optional SAT - Sign up is closed

On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Cambridge High School will host the in-school digital PSAT/NMSQT and SAT School Day assessments. Testing will begin promptly at 8:20 AM.

Taking these assessments provides an excellent framework for college and career readiness. For juniors, the PSAT/NMSQT serves as the exclusive entry route into the prestigious 2028 National Merit Scholarship Program, connecting high-achieving students to more than $30 million in available scholarships. Additionally, all test-takers gain immediate access to personalized score insights, custom career planning resources, and scholarship connections via the mobile platform.

Point of Contact:
Mr. Ben Edgar
Email: edgarbw@fultonschools.org

Key Dates

• Week of October 5 – Student Readiness Check (all students, 9–12, in Bluebook app)
• October 2 – Senior SAT sign-up deadline
• October 14 – Main administration at Cambridge HS
• October 15 - 23 – Make-ups (PSAT only; SAT has no make-ups)
• November 5 – Student score release for PSAT/SAT

Bell Schedule for Testing Day

We will be on a modified bell schedule on October 14 to accommodate testing:

PSAT/SAT Day Bell Schedule

Testing Details

Digital Platform:
All exams are delivered in the Bluebook app (installed on Fulton-issued devices). Personal devices are not permitted.

Calculator Use:
A Desmos calculator is embedded; students may bring approved handheld calculators.

Breaks
Breaks: 10-minute break between sections; unscheduled breaks shorten test time.

What Students Need on Test Day

✅ Fully charged Fulton-issued laptop + charger
✅ Student Test Sign-In Ticket (provided by school)
✅ Scratch paper (provided)
✅ Optional: approved calculator

❌ No personal devices (phones, smartwatches, earbuds)
❌ No food/drinks in testing room (except during breaks)

Scores & Benefits

• PSAT/NMSQT: Qualifies 11th graders for National Merit Scholarship consideration.
• SAT School Day: Accepted for college admissions nationwide.
• Scores Available: Students can access scores via their College Board account on November 5.
   

FAQ (Students & Families)

Q: Do seniors have a make-up SAT day?
A: No. Seniors must test Oct 14; only PSAT has a make-up window.

Q: Do students need to bring their own device?
A: No. All students must use a Fulton-issued device with Bluebook installed.

Q: How do I practice?
A: Use the Bluebook app for full-length practice tests. Students also have access to Official SAT Practice via College Board and Khan Academy.

Q: What happens if I’m absent Oct 8?
A: 9th–11th graders can take the PSAT make-up Oct 15–24. Seniors cannot reschedule the SAT School Day.

Q: How do I request accommodations?
A: Work with Cambridge’s SSD Coordinator. Requests were due by Aug 24.

Q: When will scores be available?
A: Scores will be posted November 5 in student College Board accounts.