Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Dear Parents,

Spring Intercession begins next week and I know everyone is looking forward to the break. Remember, students will not return to school until Monday, April 13.

As I told most of you during the conferences, it is critical for students to continue prepare for the upcoming CRCT’s during Intercession as we have such a long break. We’ve tried to make a variety of resources available ~ from the Buckle Down books to the online assessments to various other instructional websites where students can review skills by using tutorials or playing games ~ so please be sure you student takes advantage of these resources.

CRCT Test Prep info: Remember, the school is offering math and reading workshops (from 8-12) during the first two weeks of Intercession (March 23-April 3). The cost of the workshops is $35 per child, per class, per subject. Please call the office if you’re interested and see if space is still available.

Georgia Online Assessment - (www.georgiaoas.org) Please have students log on and take the Teacher Assigned tests. Not only is this is a great way for students to familiar with the content that will be covered, but it can also help familiarize them with the language and format of the tests.

Printable CRCT practice tests are also available at the sites listed in the CRCT PREP links.

Dates to remember:

Intercession ~ March 23 – April 10

CRCTs ~ April 21 – May 1

Iowa Test of Basic Skills ~ May 6-12


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