ACT/SAT

Most universities now accept both SAT and ACT, which can be used to your advantage. The SAT tests math, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. The SAT is scored out of 1600 although fewer than 20% of test takers scored 600 on the math section, and less than 10% of test takers scored a 600 on the verbal section. The ACT tests math, english, reading, and science reasoning. You are given 2 hours and 55 minutes ti complete all multiple choice questions. The highest possible score is a 36 although most students score is from 17-23. Since most universities accept both standardized tests you can pick whichever one you want that you think you will do better.

When do you apply to college

You can i apply to college whenever you want although almost all colleges ask for a SAT and/or ACT score. Most high school students apply their junior year during the fall. By then you should already have a list of colleges you are interested in attending.

Public vs. Private colleges

Private universities and public universities differ in several ways. A private university typically cost more than a public university. Although private universities may have more financial aid  to offer than public universities. Public universities are also a lot larger and attract students from different states and different countries.

Safety Tips

• Don't give out any personal information
• Don't give out any credit card numbers
• Check for viruses
• Don't install or download programs of the internet
• Install a second internet browser
• install an anti-virus software

How To Protect Yourself

• Don’t reveal personal information inadvertently
• Don’t put your name or personal information in your email address when mailing to a stranger
• Reject unnecessary cookies
• Delete browsing history
• Make sure that online forms are secure

If you are ever harassed, threatened, or receive spam over the internet you should report this to the local FBI office. These are examples of crimes and if you feel uncomfortable in a situation do not hesitate to contact the local FBI office.

Do's and Don'ts of Internet Safety

 Do's:

• Read a web sites privacy policy before giving  credit card information
• Discuss internet safety with your children
• Only use reputable shopping site, because if a deal seems too good to be true it’s probably a scam

Don'ts

• Don’t give out personal information
• Don’t open an email from anyone you don’t know, because it could contain a virus
• Don’t share you password
• Do  not respond to a message you get if it makes you feel uncomfortable
• Don’t agree to meet someone you have met over the internet
• Don’t send personal pictures over the internet
• Don’t believe everything people tell you on the internet, since you don’t know who they really are

What I Love About Being A Jag

Having recently moved to Hoover, Alabama from New Jersey i find that Spain Park is an excellent school and the best I have attended. The academics and extra curricular activities Spain Park has to offer are extremely well organized and taught. Also the students and teachers here at Spain Park are all extremely friendly and welcoming. I find that I cannot walk down one hallway without someone saying hello to me. The school is filled with spirit and is a place I enjoy going to every day, which is why I'm proud to say I am a Jag.

My Schedule

1st period- High School 101- Ms. Boone: http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Faculty2/jboone/Pages/default.aspx

Academic Opportunities- Coach Hall: http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Faculty2/mhall/Pages/default.aspx


2nd period- Biology- Ms. Mytyk:  http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Faculty2/amytyk/Pages/default.aspx


3rd period- Algebra 1- Ms. Mathias: http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Faculty2/smathias/Pages/default.aspx


4th period- P.E.- Coach Dill:
 http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Faculty2/pdill/Pages/default.aspx


5th period- World History 9- Ms. Day: http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Faculty2/LDay/Pages/default.aspx


6th period- Band- Dr. Jarnigan-
 http://www.spainparkband.com/joomla/index.php


7th period- Pre-AP English 9- MS. Caston- Smith: http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Faculty2/tcastonsmith/Pages/default.aspx

SPHS's location, mission, mascot, and alma mater

Spain Park High School is located at 4700 Jaguar Drive, Hoover, AL.

SPHS's mission is that "the future belongs to the educated, and Spain Park High School exists to promote and prepare students fir academic excellence while empowering our young adults to live and thrive in that future."

Spain Park High School's mascot is a jaguar.


SPHS's alma mater is "Spain Park Jags, we celebrate, a place we hold so dear,
This is our Alma Mater, Spain Park we sing and cheer
Ever Faithful, Ever Loyal, as the years pass through
May we ever love the Jaguar Blue,
To Spain Park be true!

Here is the link to Spain Park High School for more information: http://www2.hoover.k12.al.us/schools/sphs/Pages/default.aspx