We are proud to announce that Declan Murphy has been named a Semifinalist in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. This prestigious honor recognizes Declan as one of the top scorers for the Class of 2027 and is a significant step toward the National Merit Scholarship competition. Congratulations to Declan and his family!
The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) tests will be given at Assumption High School on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 7:45 a.m. If you have a student who is interested in taking the PSAT test, please have your student stop in Student Services to register and pay the $18.00 fee by Tuesday, September 15, 2026. (Checks can be made out to Scott County Catholic Schools.)
WHAT IS THE PSAT?
The PSAT is a test given once a year in October. Many students take the PSAT, not only as preparation to take other standardized testing including the SAT, which is widely used as a criterion for college admissions, but also, as juniors, to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Competition. The PSAT has sections covering Reading and Writing, Vocabulary, and Math. The Reading and Writing, and Vocabulary sections measure a student’s potential success with college and career readiness in literacy. The Math section measures math fluency, understanding, and ability to apply concepts, skills, and practices.
Though it is only the scores from the PSAT taken in your junior year that are considered for the National Merit Scholarship competition, some students will take the PSAT as sophomores for practice with standardized testing. The selection process starts with the choosing of National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists and Commended Scholars. Cutoffs vary from state to state but typically Semi-Finalists score in the top one percent of students in their state and Commended Scholars between the top one to four percent.
For more information on the PSAT, click on the following link. https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt
Click here for PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide
The Golden Circle College & Career Fair is traditionally the largest in Iowa and has something to offer every student at every age.
Whether you’re a freshman or sophomore just starting to explore careers, or a junior or senior narrowing your list of college choices, Golden Circle is the perfect opportunity for you to gather knowledge, make connections, and begin to make informed decisions about your future.
Take advantage of this opportunity to speak one-on-one with school representatives from across the country and with Iowa business leaders about the jobs of tomorrow.
Golden Circle College & Career Fair
Prairie Meadows Conference Center 1 Prairie Meadows Drive – Altoona
Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026
1 – 3 p.m.
In addition to the largest selection of colleges and universities, Golden Circle will also feature the 14 Career Clusters represented by Iowa businesses, breakout sessions on career and college planning topics, as well as a section of exhibitors that specialize in college and career planning and preparation.
Save Time with a Student Barcode Prior to the college fair, be sure to register for a barcode at www.StriveFair.com. Show your barcode to colleges that interest you. Colleges that scan your barcode will send you additional information after the fair. The day after the fair, you will receive a report with information on colleges with whom you scanned. · Get driving directions
Visit www.ICANsucceed.org/goldencircle for all the event details and updates of exhibitors and breakout sessions.
Me & Billy have hosting positions available in their downtown restaurant. Accustomed to working with high school students and willing to work with busy schedules. Anyone interested is encouraged to apply in person.
JUNIORS are strongly encouraged to take the ACT by the end of your junior year.
2026-2027 Preparing for the ACT Booklet
The following college and/or military representatives will be visiting Assumption High School during student’s lunch period in the cafeteria. Please take advantage of visiting with these representatives.
Last Day to Drop a Class for Another Class: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Last Day to Drop a Class for a Study Hall: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
In accordance with Iowa State Athletic Union regulations, classes dropped after March 10, 2026, will be considered an “avoidance of failure” and will result in a 20-day period of athletic ineligibility.
