Terra Nova Testing
Reminder For The Week Of Testing …..
It is time to sharpen those #2 pencils! We know from experience that teachers evaluate students by observing them in the classroom, evaluating their day-to-day class work, grading their homework assignments and special projects, and administering unit tests. These classroom assessments show the teacher how well a student is mastering grade level learning goals, and provide valuable information to the teacher that can be used to improve instruction. Standardized tests are yet another tool that is used to evaluate how students in a given class or school perform in relation to other students. Since the same test is given to a large number of students throughout the country, the results give school personnel a common yardstick or “standard” of measure to determine whether school programs are succeeding, as well as a “snapshot” of the skills and abilities of all its students.
As you know, Terra Nova testing begins tomorrow (Monday, September 18th). Testing is for all students in Grades 2 through 8. The Terra Nova is a standardized achievement test taken by students nationwide. Most of us are well aware that these test results do not equal intelligence. The main purpose of the test is to provide the school with information that can be used to help teachers make sound educational decisions about student learning and curriculum development. The score results allow us to monitor our students’ annual growth, and also help us identify areas of achievement as well as needed areas of meaningful improvement. Our commitment to our students inspires us to want to provide the strongest and most effective instruction possible. Standardized testing is an important component in the data that is continuously disaggregated and analyzed as learning outcomes are being measured. We ask you to have your children arrive at school on time this week. Taking tests can be hard work – requiring lots of energy. We recommend that students get plenty of rest and eat a nourishing breakfast and lunch on test days. As always, thank you for your support and cooperation!
CONTINUING TO STAY HYDRATED:
Look to some foods to help meet your water goals as well. Fruits and veggies can be excellent sources of water. One cup of watermelon has 5 ounces of water in it, and a medium apple has about 5 1/2 ounces. Other foods with a decent amount of water in them include potatoes, yogurt, kidney beans, tuna and even cooked rice. And don't forget, drinking a tall glass of milk-skim or whole milk are surprisingly hydrating, maybe even more than water!
DRINK DRINK DRINK
A Note from The Office...
Please email Mrs. Araujo at attendance@ollv.org if your child is absent.
Also, if you plan to take your child out during the day please let Mrs. Araujo know ahead of time so she can have them ready.
2023-2024 Classroom Volunteers
Should you wish to volunteer in your child's classroom or be a chaperone on a field trip please ensure that you have completed fingerprinting, background checks, and the CMG program. You may pick up a volunteer packet in the front office. Please know that this clearance process takes between four and six weeks.
Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic School
Email: mbello@ollv.org
Website: https://www.ollvschool.org/
Location: 3046 Alta Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89107, USA
Phone: (702) 802-2323
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