CST Scores and Work Permits

Think the CST doesn't matter? Think again. I'm
finding a LOT of students who simply blew off
the test. With scores of FBB (far below basic)
and BB (below basic) there are now definite re-
percussions. If you have FBB in English you will
NOT get a work permit. If you have BB in English
you will be on probation until the next CST and
if you do not improve to at least a B (basic)
your work permit will be revoked. The reality of
the situation is that so many students just
blew off the test and didn't care. They made
themselves look bad, the teachers look bad, and
the school look bad. Even worse, students with
FBB/BB might have to take remedial classes be-
cause according to these scores, they need ex-
tra help. It would be a shame to get stuck in
something you don't need just because you chose
to be lazy. So just do your best on the test.
If you need a little extra help, you'll get it.
Just don't blow off the test and make yourself
look bad AND not get a work permit.