PSAT 8/9
Each PDF is listed under your role and under a specific part of the overall process. Read or share the documents before test day so you and your staff are prepared for a successful administration.
Reminder: You'll receive email notifications with instructions to access the required training, Test Day Toolkit, and Retest and Irregularity Guide.
Test Coordinator
Test Coordinator
1. Understand Roles
1. Understand Roles
Test Coordinator: Understand Roles
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Digital Testing Roles Overview
Download a list of roles and responsibilities for testing staff and school/district staff.
- 523.98 KB
2. Register & Validate
2. Register & Validate
Test Coordinator: Register & Validate
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SAT Suite Ordering and Registration Troubleshooting
Guide that walks educators through the steps for creating a data file for student registration in SSOR.
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Digital Registration Guide for Domestic Schools
This guide outlines the registration tasks involved for domestic schools and identifies which staff needs to complete them.
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Digital Registration Guide for International Schools
This guide outlines the registration tasks involved for international schools and identifies which staff needs to complete them.
- 551.96 KB
3. Prepare Students
3. Prepare Students
Test Coordinator: Prepare Students
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Digital Readiness Check Guide
Learn how to schedule and run the digital readiness check for your students.
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PSAT 8/9 Student Guide
Information about the PSAT 8/9, including test-taking advice, sample test materials, privacy policies, and Testing Rules.
- 854.4 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions
Includes translated test directions for English learners taking the digital test, and the College Board-approved word-to-word dictionaries list for the SAT Suite of Assessments.
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions
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PSAT 8/9 English Bluebook Test Directions
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Albanian
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Albanian for English learners.
- 199.76 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Arabic
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Arabic for English learners.
- 302.21 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Bengali
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Bengali for English learners.
- 324.73 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Chinese
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Chinese for English learners.
- 358.17 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in French
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into French for English learners.
- 200.71 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Gujarati
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Gujarati for English learners.
- 294.93 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Haitian-Creole
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Haitian-Creole for English learners.
- 195.76 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Hindi
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Hindi for English learners.
- 397.04 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Mexican Spanish
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Mexican Spanish for English learners.
- 197.44 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Navajo
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Navajo for English learners.
- 249.04 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Pashto
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Pashto for English learners.
- 334.15 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Polish
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Polish for English learners.
- 198.12 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Portuguese
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Portuguese for English learners.
- 200.46 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Russian
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Russian for English learners.
- 260.31 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Spanish
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Spanish for English learners.
- 197.45 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Ukrainian
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Ukrainian for English learners.
- 234.81 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Urdu
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Urdu for English learners.
- 385.23 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Vietnamese
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Vietnamese for English learners.
- 309.56 KB
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Word-to-Word Dictionaries for the SAT Suite of Assessments
A list of College Board-approved dictionaries for student use during test administrations.
- 293.23 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions
Includes translated test directions for English learners who require a paper version of the test, and the College Board-approved word-to-word dictionaries list for the SAT Suite of Assessments.
PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Albanian
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Albanian for English learners.
- 312.46 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Arabic
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Arabic for English learners.
- 597.37 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Bengali
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Bengali for English learners.
- 712.79 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Chinese
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Chinese for English learners.
- 513.59 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in French
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into French for English learners.
- 315.54 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Gujarati
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Gujarati for English learners.
- 688.78 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Haitian Creole
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Haitian Creole for English learners.
- 315.64 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Hindi
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Hindi for English learners.
- 726.05 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Mexican Spanish
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Mexican Spanish for English learners.
- 309.26 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Navajo
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Navajo for English learners.
- 421.3 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Pashto
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Pashto for English learners.
- 707.53 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Polish
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Polish for English learners.
- 310.27 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Portuguese
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Portuguese for English learners.
- 314.46 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Russian
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Russian for English learners.
- 417.04 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Spanish
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Spanish for English learners.
- 310.67 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Ukrainian
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Ukrainian for English learners.
- 368.33 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Urdu
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Urdu for English learners.
- 928.99 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Vietnamese
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Vietnamese for English learners.
- 425.46 KB
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Word-to-Word Dictionaries for the SAT Suite of Assessments
A list of College Board-approved dictionaries for student use during test administrations.
- 293.23 KB
4. Prepare for Test Day
4. Prepare for Test Day
Test Coordinator: Prepare for Test Day
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Test Coordinator Test Day Guide
Read this guide to learn about your detailed responsibilities as test coordinator and know what to expect on test day.
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PSAT 8/9 Retesting and Irregularities Guide
PSAT 8/9 testing staff should use this guide to as a resource for reporting irregularities and retesting students. This document is protected with a case-sensitive password. Test coordinators will find the password in emails from the College Board about readiness, in the Resources to Prepare For Test Day section.
- 684.18 KB
5. Prepare Staff by Distributing
5. Prepare Staff by Distributing
Test Coordinator: Prepare Staff by Distributing
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Proctor and Hall Monitor Test Day Guide
Read this guide to learn about the proctor and hall monitor roles on test day.
- 749.16 KB
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Technical Troubleshooting Guide
Technology monitors should use the troubleshooting tips in this guide on test day to help students and staff.
- 1.12 MB
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Digital PSAT-Related Assessments Accommodations Guide
Learn about the different accommodations available for the digital SAT Suite and how to administer them to students.
- 766.99 KB
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PSAT-Related Assessments Test Day Toolkit Testing Staff Terms and Conditions
These are the terms and conditions you agree to when you use Test Day Toolkit. Review and be prepared to agree to them in the application.
- 208.19 KB
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No Prohibited Devices
The digital SAT Suite prohibits electronic devices that aren't used for testing.
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Seating Chart
Proctors use this paper chart to record student seat assignments in their testing room.
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"Do Not Close Device" Poster
A copy of this poster has already been shipped to your school, but you can download and reference a copy here. This poster should be displayed for students so they know what it looks like when they successfully submit their answers in the Bluebook testing app.
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Bluebook Check-in Poster
A copy of this poster has already been shipped to your school, but you can download and reference a copy here. This poster should be displayed for students so they know your school’s Wi-Fi access information before signing into the Bluebook testing app.
- 464.02 KB
Proctor & Hall/Room Monitor
Proctor & Hall/Room Monitor
1. Understand Roles
1. Understand Roles
Proctor & Hall/Room Monitor: Understand Roles
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Digital Testing Roles Overview
Download a list of roles and responsibilities for testing staff and school/district staff.
- 523.98 KB
2. Prepare Students
2. Prepare Students
Proctor & Hall/Room Monitor: Prepare Students
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Digital Readiness Check Guide
Learn how to schedule and run the digital readiness check for your students.
- 805.48 KB
3. Prepare for Test Day
3. Prepare for Test Day
Proctor & Hall/Room Monitor: Prepare for Test Day
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Proctor and Hall Monitor Test Day Guide
Read this guide to learn about the proctor and hall monitor roles on test day.
- 749.16 KB
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PSAT-Related Assessments Test Day Toolkit Testing Staff Terms and Conditions
These are the terms and conditions you agree to when you use Test Day Toolkit. Review and be prepared to agree to them in the application.
- 208.19 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Sample Proctor Script
Provides PSAT 8/9 proctors with an opportunity to practice reading a sample script before they have access to the actual script in Test Day Toolkit.
- 602.51 KB
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Technical Troubleshooting Guide
Technology monitors should use the troubleshooting tips in this guide on test day to help students and staff.
- 1.12 MB
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PSAT 8/9 Retesting and Irregularities Guide
PSAT 8/9 testing staff should use this guide to as a resource for reporting irregularities and retesting students. This document is protected with a case-sensitive password. Test coordinators will find the password in emails from the College Board about readiness, in the Resources to Prepare For Test Day section.
- 684.18 KB
4. Bring to Test Room
4. Bring to Test Room
Proctor & Hall/Room Monitor: Bring to Test Room
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Seating Chart
Proctors use this paper chart to record student seat assignments in their testing room.
- 507.3 KB
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"Do Not Close Device" Poster
A copy of this poster has already been shipped to your school, but you can download and reference a copy here. This poster should be displayed for students so they know what it looks like when they successfully submit their answers in the Bluebook testing app.
- 700.54 KB
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Bluebook Check-in Poster
A copy of this poster has already been shipped to your school, but you can download and reference a copy here. This poster should be displayed for students so they know your school’s Wi-Fi access information before signing into the Bluebook testing app.
- 464.02 KB
Technology Monitor
Technology Monitor
1. Understand Roles
1. Understand Roles
Technology Monitor: Understand Roles
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Digital Testing Roles Overview
Download a list of roles and responsibilities for testing staff and school/district staff.
- 523.98 KB
2. Prepare for Test Day
2. Prepare for Test Day
Technology Monitor: Prepare for Test Day
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Technical Troubleshooting Guide
Technology monitors should use the troubleshooting tips in this guide on test day to help students and staff.
- 1.12 MB
Download
PSAT 8/9 Retesting and Irregularities Guide
PSAT 8/9 testing staff should use this guide to as a resource for reporting irregularities and retesting students. This document is protected with a case-sensitive password. Test coordinators will find the password in emails from the College Board about readiness, in the Resources to Prepare For Test Day section.
- 684.18 KB
SSD Coordinator
SSD Coordinator
1. Understand Roles
1. Understand Roles
SSD Coordinator: Understand Roles
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Digital Testing Roles Overview
Download a list of roles and responsibilities for testing staff and school/district staff.
- 523.98 KB
2. Prepare Students
2. Prepare Students
SSD Coordinator: Prepare Students
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Digital Readiness Check Guide
Learn how to schedule and run the digital readiness check for your students.
- 805.48 KB
Downloads
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions
Includes translated test directions for English learners taking the digital test, and the College Board-approved word-to-word dictionaries list for the SAT Suite of Assessments.
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions
Download
PSAT 8/9 English Bluebook Test Directions
- 194.32 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Albanian
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Albanian for English learners.
- 199.76 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Arabic
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Arabic for English learners.
- 302.21 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Bengali
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Bengali for English learners.
- 324.73 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Chinese
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Chinese for English learners.
- 358.17 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in French
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into French for English learners.
- 200.71 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Gujarati
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Gujarati for English learners.
- 294.93 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Haitian-Creole
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Haitian-Creole for English learners.
- 195.76 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Hindi
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Hindi for English learners.
- 397.04 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Mexican Spanish
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Mexican Spanish for English learners.
- 197.44 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Navajo
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Navajo for English learners.
- 249.04 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Pashto
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Pashto for English learners.
- 334.15 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Polish
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Polish for English learners.
- 198.12 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Portuguese
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Portuguese for English learners.
- 200.46 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Russian
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Russian for English learners.
- 260.31 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Spanish
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Spanish for English learners.
- 197.45 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Ukrainian
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Ukrainian for English learners.
- 234.81 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Urdu
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Urdu for English learners.
- 385.23 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Bluebook Translated Test Directions in Vietnamese
PSAT 8/9 Bluebook test directions have been translated into Vietnamese for English learners.
- 309.56 KB
Download
Word-to-Word Dictionaries for the SAT Suite of Assessments
A list of College Board-approved dictionaries for student use during test administrations.
- 293.23 KB
Downloads
PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions
Includes translated test directions for English learners who require a paper version of the test, and the College Board-approved word-to-word dictionaries list for the SAT Suite of Assessments.
PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions
Download
Download
PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Albanian
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Albanian for English learners.
- 312.46 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Arabic
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Arabic for English learners.
- 597.37 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Bengali
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Bengali for English learners.
- 712.79 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Chinese
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Chinese for English learners.
- 513.59 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in French
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into French for English learners.
- 315.54 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Gujarati
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Gujarati for English learners.
- 688.78 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Haitian Creole
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Haitian Creole for English learners.
- 315.64 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Hindi
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Hindi for English learners.
- 726.05 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Mexican Spanish
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Mexican Spanish for English learners.
- 309.26 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Navajo
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Navajo for English learners.
- 421.3 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Pashto
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Pashto for English learners.
- 707.53 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Polish
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Polish for English learners.
- 310.27 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Portuguese
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Portuguese for English learners.
- 314.46 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Russian
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Russian for English learners.
- 417.04 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Spanish
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Spanish for English learners.
- 310.67 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Ukrainian
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Ukrainian for English learners.
- 368.33 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Urdu
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Urdu for English learners.
- 928.99 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Translated Test Directions in Vietnamese
PSAT 8/9 paper linear test directions have been translated into Vietnamese for English learners.
- 425.46 KB
Download
Word-to-Word Dictionaries for the SAT Suite of Assessments
A list of College Board-approved dictionaries for student use during test administrations.
- 293.23 KB
3. Prepare for Test Day
3. Prepare for Test Day
SSD Coordinator: Prepare for Test Day
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Accommodations and Supports Handbook
This handbook will help SSD Coordinators prepare to submit accommodations requests and provide guidance on available accommodations and supports for College Board testing.
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Digital PSAT-Related Assessments Accommodations Guide
Learn about the different accommodations available for the digital SAT Suite and how to administer them to students.
- 766.99 KB
Download
Technical Troubleshooting Guide
Technology monitors should use the troubleshooting tips in this guide on test day to help students and staff.
- 1.12 MB
Download
PSAT 8/9 Retesting and Irregularities Guide
PSAT 8/9 testing staff should use this guide to as a resource for reporting irregularities and retesting students. This document is protected with a case-sensitive password. Test coordinators will find the password in emails from the College Board about readiness, in the Resources to Prepare For Test Day section.
- 684.18 KB
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PSAT-Related Assessments Test Day Toolkit Testing Staff Terms and Conditions
These are the terms and conditions you agree to when you use Test Day Toolkit. Review and be prepared to agree to them in the application.
- 208.19 KB
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PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Test Day Scripts
This guide provides instructions for administering the PSAT 8/9 to students who require a paper version of the test. Testing staff should use this guide as a supplement to other staff materials for the administration.
- 2.03 MB
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Verbal Instructions for PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Test Directions for Standard Time
Print and distribute to students approved for a printed copy of the proctor's spoken directions on test day and are testing with standard time.
- 217.88 KB
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Verbal Instructions for PSAT 8/9 Paper Linear Test Directions for Extended Time or Extra Breaks
Print and distribute to students approved for a printed copy of the proctor's spoken directions on test day and are testing with extended time or extra breaks and/or using a writer/scribe.
- 231.14 KB
General Information
General Information
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Domestic SAT Suite of Assessments Calendar 2023–24
Includes information about test administration dates and testing windows for domestic schools participating in the SAT Suite of Assessments.
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Fall 2023 Digital SAT Suite Fact Sheet for Schools
Districts and schools should download this fact sheet and distribute to testing staff.
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