HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST PREP COURSE AT MERCY

The HSPT Prep Course program will focus entirely on preparing eighth graders for the November 18 and the December 2 placement test in the Archdiocese of Detroit. The program includes one 3-hour session. Students can earn better grades, score higher on the High School Placement Test, and earn scholarships. They will be more motivated and confident because they have the tools to succeed!

Saturday, October 28, 2023
Morning session: 8:00am - 11:00am
Afternoon session: 12:00pm - 3:00pm

REGISTER HERE

The course will be facilitated by Mrs. Zena Samona-Ibrahim ’96. Mrs. Ibrahim taught middle school science at Our Lady of Sorrows school, and has been instructing a prep course for the HSPT for over 18 years. We are thrilled to welcome her back to Mercy to prepare our prospective students for this exam. The course will focus on helping students acquire greater expertise in reading, verbal, math, and test taking skills. The subjects covered will include: 

●       Reading comprehension and vocabulary
●       Grammar, usage, and writing skills
●       Algebraic operations
●       Problem solving
●       Time management
●       Test taking skills  

The course will cost $100 and will include a copy of "The Peterson’s Master the Catholic High School Entrance Exam." Snacks and water will be provided. 

Please either mail in a check made payable to Zena Samona to the Mercy High School Admissions Office or Venmo: @edukids. Please put student’s name and Mercy HSPT in the comment.

Mercy High School Admissions Office
29300 W. Eleven Mile Rd.
Farmington Hills, MI 48336

Contact Mrs. Zena Samona-Ibrahim for any questions at 248-804-1913 or zsamona@gmail.com

CLASS OF 2028 HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST DATES

Students interested in attending Mercy must take the High School Placement Test while they are in 8th Grade. High School Placement Test Registration through the AOD opens online September 1, 2023.

  • Saturday, November 18, 2023
  • Saturday, December 2, 2023

REGISTER HSPT HERE

If you have an accommodation plan, please register on the 12/2 testing day and email Learning Support Specialist Kristine Daley at kdaley@mhsmi.org.

HSPT TESTING DAY INFORMATION

  • The High School Placement test, measuring proficiency in English, reading, vocabulary, math, problem solving and science, is administered to eighth grade students. Test results and school records determine acceptance to Mercy High School. Students may only test one time.
  • There is a $50 fee to take the placement test. Payments via cash or checks payable to Mercy High School will be accepted testing day.
  • Have two sharpened #2 pencils.
  • A snack will be provided during the break.
  • NO calculators allowed.