PSAT 8/9 School Day - FAQ - October 22, 2025

Sep 14, 2026

PSAT 8/9 School Day FAQ explains how BHUSD will administer the official College Board PSAT 8/9 to freshman on October 22, 2025. It covers what the PSAT 8/9 is for, the computer-based format via the Bluebook app, and whether remote testing is available. The FAQ provides guidance on Bluebook access, registration requirements, room and arrival timing, test length, attendance and make-up policy, and what students must bring or must not bring.

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PSAT 8/9 School Day FAQ

Test overview and format

Bluebook access and registration

Test day logistics and timing

What to bring and prohibited items

Test components, scoring, and results

Score sharing and preparation guidance

Additional resources and contact

PSAT 8/9 SCHOOL DAY: October 22, 2025 FAQ On October 22, 2025, BHUSD will provide the ofﬁcial College Board PSAT 8/9 to all Freshman. Please see the FAQ below and feel conﬁdent as you walk into testing day! What is the PSAT 8/9? The PSAT 8/9 is a practice exam for the PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT and the SAT, giving you the conﬁdence of knowing what to expect. What format is the test and can this be taken remotely? This is now computer-based, students access the test in the Bluebook app. This is only administered in-person on campus. Do I need to practice using Bluebook before test day? Students are encouraged to get familiar with the digital format and practice using the available testing tools. Watch the What to expect with the digital PSAT 8/9 video here. How do I access Bluebook? The Bluebook app has already been installed on your district issued device, the icon is on your desktop. Do I need to sign up for the test on CollegeBoard? No. The district has registered all students. Do I need to let my teachers know I will be missing classes? No. Teachers will be proctoring the exam, there are no classes that day. What room number do I go to? Room Assignments will be posted by the library and the STC courtyard on Monday October 20th. What time do I need to be there? The PSAT 8/9 will begin promptly at 8:30 am, please give yourself enough time to get to your room so we can begin on time. No late students will be admitted once testing has begun. How long is the test? Standard testing time is estimated to be ﬁnished by 11:45 am, barring any unforeseen circumstances. Extended testing time varies. If I am absent that day can I make up the test on another date? No. There is no make-up day. Freshman students are expected to attend. What do I bring the day of? ● Your fully charged district issued device and charger ● Pencil or pen (for use with the school provided scratch paper) ● Your school ID ● Calculator, if you prefer over the embedded desmos calculator in Bluebook (see approved calculators here) ● Water and snacks to consume during breaks What not to bring: ● Phones, smartwatches or other wearable technology ● Protractors, compasses, rulers ● Papers or books of any kind ● Headphones, earbuds, or earplugs ● See full list of prohibited devices here What does the PSAT 8/9 exam consist of? Evidence Based Reading and Writing and Math, each section is out of 720 for a total max score of 1440. Note, the SAT is out of 1600. A perfect score on the PSAT is not necessarily an indicator of a perfect score on the actual SAT. It is a shorter, condensed version. When will I get my test results back? Scores will be available starting on November 6, 2025. Students can view scores by creating a College Board student account. If you provide your mobile number on test day you can also access your scores through the BigFuture® School mobile app. Will my PSAT 8/9 Scores get sent to colleges? No! Your PSAT 8/9 scores do not get sent to colleges and universities. What is the purpose of providing the PSAT 8/9? The District is providing access for Freshman in preparation for their post-secondary plans. In addition, the PSAT and SAT results provide larger data to help drive curriculum and placement throughout our high school. When is a good time to begin preparing for the ofﬁcial SAT and/or ACT? In addition to the PSAT, typically students take a mock ACT and decide which exam is best and prepare to take an ofﬁcial exam in the Spring semester of their Junior year. Students have more autonomy in how they use their exams in the admission process. As a large portion of colleges continue to remain test-optional, students have the ability to take exams and decide if and when to send their scores to colleges. Every college is different in what they require, we advise that you work with your counselor and the college center for more individualized planning. Please note, each student’

FAQs

What is the PSAT 8/9 and what is it used for?

The PSAT 8/9 is a practice exam for the PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT, and the SAT, helping students know what to expect. The District also uses PSAT/SAT results to support curriculum and placement decisions in high school.

Is the PSAT 8/9 computer-based, and can it be taken remotely?

The test is computer-based and students access it in the Bluebook app. It is administered only in-person on campus, not remotely.

What are the key rules for test day attendance and timing?

Students must attend; there is no make-up day if absent. Testing begins promptly at 8:30 am, and no late students are admitted after testing has begun.

Sep 14, 2026

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