Sign Up for the SAT this Spring?!

Hey Juniors, think about signing up for the SAT in May or June—just to try it out—then, if you're not thrilled with your scores, you'll have the whole summer to study for another go in the Fall. 

The deadline to register for the May 1st exam is March 31.

The deadline to register for the June 5th exam is May 5th.

Sign up at the College Board web site: www.collegeboard.com

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