Testing
Below are resources for navigating the tests helpful and/or necessary for your college journey.
- ACT and SAT
- AP Exams - Information, Guidelines, and Forms
- 2026 AP Exam Schedule and Location
- IB Exams - Information, Guidelines, and Forms
- IB Exam Schedule
- Final Exam Schedule
- PFT - Physical Fitness Testing (9th Graders)
- CAASPP
- CAST
- Summative ELPAC
- PSAT
ACT and SAT
To Register for the SAT or SAT II please log onto the College Board website
SAT: It is recommended that students take the SAT during the spring semester of grade 11, or the fall semester of grade 12.
SAT II Subject Tests: Some universities highly recommend or require subject tests. Please visit the website of your specific university to verify.
To Register for the ACT please log onto the ACT website
ACT: It is recommended that students take the ACT during the spring of grade 11 or during the fall of grade 12
AP Exams - Information, Guidelines, and Forms
Taking the Advanced Placement exams is an important part of all AP courses. Scoring well on an AP exam can often earn students college credit for their high school class, saving a significant amount on tuition.
For the 2026 AP exams, students at Mission Viejo High School will be registering online. Online Exam registration will begin on Mon, August 29, 2025 at 12:51 AM. The AP exam registration process is two steps, but both can be completed in one sitting when the student and parent/guardian do this together. Even if you do not plan to take the AP exam, you need to complete both steps to access the College Board’s AP resources. Both steps must be completed in order to have AP exams ordered:
- Step 1: Begin the process by registering at www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/051981. Here you will indicate both the AP courses you are taking this year and the exams you wish to take. You will receive your join codes and directions to complete the second required step. Any exam fees will be paid online so be sure to have a debit card or credit card available before beginning registration. Paying online is a great way to make sure that payment has been made while avoiding mailing payment.
- Step 2: Use the join codes provided at the completion of step one to enroll the student's AP courses and exams in the College Board's system.
This year each AP exam costs $120.00. Mission Viejo High School desires that every student be able to take their AP exams. Students requiring financial assistance should contact Ms Sydney Fernandez, Sydney.Fernandez@svusd.org, to learn more.
Here are the important dates for the registration process:
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Date and Time to begin registration |
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REFUND POLICY: Date by which a student can receive a Partial Refund (Classes that begin before mid-November) The Cancellation Fee (the ammount to withhold for partial refunds) is $45 |
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LATE REGISTRATION FEE: Begin $45 per exam late registration fee for AP classes that begin before Nov 16, 2024 ( Full Year, 1st Semester, 1st or 2nd trimester, etc) |
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Final Payment Deadline |
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Date and Time to end registration |
Please contact Ms Sydney Fernandez, sydney.fernandez@svusd.org , if you would like to register for an exam not listed or have any questions.
2026 AP Exam Schedule and Location
MVHS AP Exam Schedule
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Week 1 |
Date |
Exam |
Time |
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Monday |
5/4 |
Biology |
7:30am |
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Tuesday |
5/5 |
Human Geography | 7:30am |
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Wednesday |
5/6 |
English Literature and Composition | 7:30am |
| Wednesday |
5/6 |
Physics 1: Algebra-Based |
11:30am |
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Thursday |
5/7 |
World History |
7:30am |
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Thursday |
5/7 |
Statistics |
11:30am |
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Friday |
5/8 |
U.S. History | 7:30am |
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Week 2 |
Date |
Exam |
Time |
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Monday |
5/11 |
Calculus AB/ BC | 7:30am |
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Monday |
5/11 |
Music Theory |
11:30am |
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Tuesday |
5/12 |
French Language | 7:30am |
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Wednesday |
5/13 |
English Language and Composition | 7:30am |
| Wednesday |
5/13 |
Spanish Language and Culture | 11:30am |
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Thursday |
5/14 |
Computer Science Principles |
11:30am |
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Friday |
5/15 |
Environmental Science |
7:30am |
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Friday |
5/15 |
Computer Science A | 11:30am |
* AP Art and Design: May 8, 2026 (5 p.m.), is the deadline for students to submit their 3 portfolio components as final.
IB Exams - Information, Guidelines, and Forms
Information regarding IB classes and the diploma program can be found on our International Baccalaureate webpage
Reduced Fee Student Eligibility Verification Forms and Guidelines:
Reduced Fee Student Eligibility Verification Form - English
IB Exam Schedule
April 27th - May 20th 2026
Information regarding IB classes and the diploma program can be found on our International Baccalaureate webpage
NOTE: Not all the exams on the linked calendar are offered at MVHS.
Final Exam Schedule
PFT - Physical Fitness Testing (9th Graders)
Physical Fitness Testing
9th Grade ONLY
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PARTICIPANTS |
DATES & BELL SCHEDULES |
LOCATION |
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ALL 9th Graders (enrolled in PE) |
March 3rd - March 7th Regular Bell Schedule |
PE Classes |
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ALL 9th Graders (NOT enrolled in PE) ie. Athletics, Pep Squad, Color Guard, etc |
March 3rd - March 7th Regular Bell Schedule |
Large Gym Weight Room Track |
As always, school attendance is extremely important for student success and performance throughout this testing period. Students should be encouraged to get a good night’s rest and eat a nutritious breakfast prior to testing each day. Breakfast and snack items will be available before school as well as during snack and lunch.
CAASPP
March 24th - April 4th
11th grade only
ALL 11th grade students will take both the English Language Arts and Math tests during their Social Science Classes.
As always, school attendance is extremely important for student success and performance throughout this testing period. Students should be encouraged to get a good night’s rest and eat a nutritious breakfast prior to testing each day. Breakfast and snack items will be available before school as well as during snack and lunch.
CAST
March 24th - April 4th
ALL 11th Graders will test during their Social Science classes .
As always, school attendance is extremely important for student success and performance throughout this testing period. Students should be encouraged to get a good night’s rest and eat a nutritious breakfast prior to testing each day. Breakfast and snack items will be available before school as well as during snack and lunch.
Summative ELPAC
February 3rd - March 14th
9th – 12th Graders who are designated as ML (multi-lingual learner) students will test in the MPR during the regular bell schedule.
As always, school attendance is extremely important for student success and performance throughout this testing period. Students should be encouraged to get a good night’s rest and eat a nutritious breakfast prior to testing each day. Breakfast and snack items will be available before school as well as during snack and lunch.
This test is designed to test listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English. It is HIGHLY recommended for you to explore the practice tests on the ELPAC Online Practice and Training Tests web page so you can become familiar with the platform and setup of the test.
Results will be available at or before the beginning of the next school year. Test results will identify areas where your child is doing well or needs more help, so you can better support their learning at home and teachers can better support their learning in the classroom. Additionally, the results will help determine if you student is ready to reclassify and will no longer need the ELPAC.
To learn more about this test, go to the ELPAC Starting Smarter website or review the CDE Parent Guides to Understanding web page.
Español
Los estudiantes de 9 a 12 grado que estén designados como estudiantes ML (aprendices multilingües) realizarán la prueba en el MPR durante el horario regular de campana.
Como siempre, la asistencia a la escuela es extremadamente importante para el éxito y el desempeño de los estudiantes durante este período de pruebas. Se debe alentar a los estudiantes a que descansen bien por la noche y coman un desayuno nutritivo antes de los exámenes de cada día. Los artículos para el desayuno y la merienda estarán disponibles antes de clases, así como durante la merienda y el almuerzo.
Esta prueba está diseñada para evaluar las habilidades de escucha, habla, lectura y escritura en inglés. Le recomendamos ALTAMENTE que explore las pruebas de práctica en la página web de Pruebas de Práctica y Capacitación en Línea de ELPAC para que puedan familiarizarse con la plataforma y la configuración del examen.
Los resultados estarán disponibles al comienzo del próximo año escolar o antes. Los resultados de las pruebas identificarán las áreas en las que su hijo/a está progresando bien o necesita más ayuda, para que pueda apoyar mejor su aprendizaje en casa y los maestros puedan apoyar mejor su aprendizaje en el aula. Además, los resultados ayudarán a determinar si su estudiante está listo para reclasificarse y ya no necesitará el ELPAC.
Para obtener más información sobre esta prueba, visite el sitio web ELPAC Starting Smarter o revise la página web de Guías para Padres del CDE para Entender.
PSAT
PSAT Information for MVHS
WHAT:
The PSAT/NMSQT is for interested 10th and 11th grade students. This is a practice SAT exam that measures students' knowledge and skills in reading, writing, and math which are skills that are needed to succeed in college and career. In addition, by taking the PSAT/NMSQT as a junior, students may meet the requirements to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program which is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships.
By taking the PSAT/NMSQT, you can:
- Understand your skills and knowledge, and which areas to focus on improving.
- Measure academic progress and track your improvement over time.
- Set a target score, and prepare for the digital SAT.
- Have an opportunity to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program.
WHEN:
Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Main Testing Date)
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 1:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m. (Make-up Testing Date)
WHERE:
On campus at Mission Viejo High School (signs on campus will be posted on test day)
HOW TO SIGN UP:
Step 1: 10th and 11th grade students should use the link below to sign up for the PSAT and indicate which test date they prefer. https://forms.gle/AXBBPC9tmDDtAono9
Step 2: Students will need to purchase the exam via the student store online and pay $35.00. In the webstore, search for PSAT.
The deadline to pay for the exam is Friday, September 19, 2025.
Please contact Mrs.Garcia if you have any questions: maria.garcia@svusd.org
INFORMACIÓN SOBRE EL PSAT PARA MVHS
QUÉ ES EL PSAT?:
El PSAT/NMSQT está dirigido a estudiantes de 10.º y 11.º grado. Este examen de práctica evalúa los conocimientos y habilidades de los estudiantes en lectura, escritura y matemáticas, habilidades necesarias para el éxito universitario y profesional. Además, al presentar el PSAT/NMSQT como estudiante de penúltimo año, los estudiantes pueden cumplir con los requisitos para ingresar al Programa Nacional de Becas al Mérito, una competencia académica para obtener reconocimiento y becas.
Al presentar el PSAT/NMSQT, tu podras:
- Comprender tus habilidades y conocimientos, y en qué áreas debes enfocarte para mejorar.
- Medir tu progreso académico y dar seguimiento a tu progreso a lo largo del tiempo.
- Establecer una puntuación objetivo y prepararte para el SAT digital.
- Tener la oportunidad de ingresar al Programa Nacional de Becas al Mérito.
CUÁNDO ES EL PSAT:
Sábado, 11 de octubre de 2025, de 8:30 a. m. a 12:00 p. m. (Fecha principal del examen)
Miércoles, 15 de octubre de 2025, de 13:45 a 17:15. (Fecha del examen de recuperación)
DÓNDE:
En el campus de la Preparatoria Mission Viejo (se colocarán letreros en el campus el día del examen).
CÓMO INSCRIBIRSE:
Paso 1: Los estudiantes de 10.º y 11.º grado deben usar el enlace a continuación para inscribirse en el PSAT e indicar la fecha de examen que prefieren.https://forms.gle/AXBBPC9tmDDtAono9
Paso 2: Los estudiantes deberán comprar el examen a través de la tienda en línea para estudiantes y pagar $35.00. En la tienda en línea, busquen "PSAT".
La fecha límite para pagar el examen es el viernes, 19 de septiembre de 2025.
Si tienen alguna pregunta, por favor, contacten a la Sra. García:maria.garcia@svusd.org