Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Spring Testing Information

April 4, 2016


Dear Parent/Guardian,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you that your student will be taking the computer-based SC PASS Science and Social Studies (Grades 4-5) and SC Ready Writing, Reading and Math (Grades 3-5) assessments on the following dates:

Grades 3 – 5:
ELA Session 1 – Writing - April 26
ELA Session 2 – Reading - April 27
Mathematics – April 28      

Grades 4 – 5:
Science – May 11
Social Studies – May 12


If you or your student would like to gain familiarity with the computer-based testing platform, item types, and response formats your student will see on the SC PASS AND SC READY assessments, use the following link:
https://wbte.drcedirect.com/SC/portals/sc and click on Online Tools Training for SC Ready.  Click on the subject area,
grade level and then Standard.   Type in the username and password that is on the sign in screen.

The statewide assessment program is designed to provide parents, teachers, policy makers, and the general public with information regarding how well students are learning South Carolina’s academic standards.  It is very important that students are prepared to do their personal best.  Below are ways you can help during the testing period.

Before the Test
Please schedule doctor/dental appointments around test dates so that students are present and on time for tests each day.

On Test Days
Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep and eats a healthy breakfast.  This will ensure that your child is working at full capacity.

If your son or daughter wears glasses, make sure they have them.

Remain positive and help students avoid conflicts or becoming upset. Help your child stay calm. If students get upset about anything before school, they are likely to experience anxiety during the test.

Arrive on time.

Thank you for supporting your student and encouraging him or her to do his or her best during this test administration.

Sincerely,

Wanda Wells

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