Commonly Asked Questions:
Who is my Guidance Counselor?
- Rachael Mandell is the counselor for students whose last name begins with A-E
- Jennifer Bowers is the counselor for students whose last name begins with the letters F-K
- Toni Filipowski is the counselor for students whose last name begins with the letters L-Q
- Leslie Straub is the counselor for students whose last name begins with the letters R-Z
When should my child take the PSAT/SAT/ ACT ?
- PSAT: Students should take the test in their sophomore year for practice if they have had geometry. All college-bound students should take the PSAT in their junior year, even if they have already taken it in sophomore year. Students who score high as a junior may qualify for National Merit status and possible scholarships
- SAT/ACT: All college bound students should take these tests during the junior and senior years. Most juniors take the SAT/ ACT for the first time in the spring of 11th grade but they may be taken in the fall or winter if Algebra 2 has been completed
How often is the PSAT offered?
- The PSAT is offered once a year in October
Should my child take the writing section of the ACT Test?
- Since there is a writing section on the SAT it is recommended that the writing section be taken on the ACT
What is the difference between the SAT Reasoning Test and the SAT Subject Test?
- The SAT Reasoning test has three sections - Critical Reading, Math, Writing
- The SAT Subject Test are one hour tests on a specific subject which many selective colleges may require in addition to the SAT Reasoning or the ACT test
How do I know if my child should take the SAT Subject Test?
- Check with the college directly to see what the test requirements are before applying in the senior year. The Subject Tests are recommended for highly selective colleges. Some colleges will accept the ACT test as a replacement
How do I register for PSAT / SAT/ACT?
- PSAT: A mailing will go home in September and students will register in the guidance office
- SAT: Register by getting a packet in guidance to mail or register on line at www.collegeboard.com
- ACT: Register by picking up an ACT mailing packet in guidance or on line at www.actstudent.org
What is placed on the high school transcript?
- Final grade for each course a student completes during his/her high school career
- Course title, credit attempted, credit completed and term GPA for each year
- Student's academic GPA, total credits attempted, total credits earned and testing information
- Enter date, graduation year of the student and the 11th grade PSSA results for Math, Reading and Writing
How do I know whether or not to include my rank on my transcript?
- Students should meet with their guidance counselor to determine whether they should request their rank appear on the transcript
What is sent to the colleges besides my transcript?
Colleges are sent the :
- Student's senior class schedule
- Secondary School Report
- PRHS Profile
- If requested, a counselor recommendation will also be sent (Students must supply a resume to his/her counselor). Please allow ten days for the counselor to complete and mail
What are the requirements for Honor Roll?
- Students are eligible for the Honor Roll each term if they have a grade point average of 3.25 or above. Students may not have an I, D or F for the term just ended
How do you qualify for National Honors Society?
- Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.75 or above at the end of their junior year
- Students who meet this requirement and wish to join must then complete an application describing their character, leadership, and service qualifications
- A faculty council reviews applications and new members are inducted into the organization in the fall
- Once inducted, students must maintain a grade point average of at least a 3.75, attend monthly meetings and complete 15 hours of community service each semester to maintain membership