University School students will take 2nd quarter benchmark assessments beginning November 30th. Below are answers to commonly asked questions regarding benchmarks and how results are used.
What are Case Benchmark Assessments?
- Case Benchmarks are comprehensive formative assessments aligned to the rigor and performance expectations set forth in Tennessee State Standards.
- Questions are similar to the style and rigor of questions included on TCAP and EOC assessments.
- Intended to measure if students are making progress toward mastery of standards.
When will my student take benchmark assessments?
- Given 3 times per year at the end of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rdquarters
When will 2nd quarter benchmarks be given?
- Grades 3-8 – November 30th – December 8th
- Tests dates and times will be set by individual classroom teachers based on the needs of each grade level.
- High School EOC subjects
- Tuesday, November 30th – English 9 and 10 Part I (Multiple Choice)
- Wednesday, December 1st – English 9 and 10 Part II (Essay)
- Thursday, December 2nd – Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry
- Friday, December 3rd – Biology/U.S. History
How will results from these tests be used?
- Teachers will use results to assess student mastery of standards and adjust pacing as needed.
- Targeted review for TCAPs and EOCs
- Results will identify areas where review, reinforcement, and/or enrichment are needed throughout the year.
Does my child need to study for benchmark assessments?
- No, students are expected to show what they know.
Key Club - We will have our holiday party after school on Wednesday, December 1, 2021.
Please see Canvas for details. Here is the link for the food sign up:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1myYIoFb9oDz10W7bnQCgtyxNLE7a_vqk3nW74X3KzXo/edit
Also, we still need volunteers to ring bells on Saturday, December 4th, at the Jonesborough Walmart. Sign up with Ms. Squibb.
Inclement Weather & Emergency Closure Policy
As we prepare for the changing of the seasons, we ask that our families please review our inclement weather policy. Although we have a partnership with Washington County Schools, we do want to remind our families that we follow a different calendar and inclement weather and emergency closure policy, so please be sure to review the information below:
Inclement Weather & Emergency Closure Policy:
When there is inclement weather:
- University School will close if Johnson City Schools close for inclement weather.
- University School will also close for inclement weather if ETSU closes.
- University School will close if there is need due to an emergency at the school.
We will not make an announcement through the news media due to the fact that saying University School will be closed is confusing to ETSU students. Instead we ask that our students and parents/guardians be aware of the reasons for closure stated above and refer to the University School website and social media sites for updated announcements.
We are aware some students live in areas where the weather may be worse than it is in town. Therefore, if University School is open but road conditions between your home and the school are dangerous, we ask that you please do not put yourself at risk by attempting to drive to school. If this were to occur, please call the school office and inform us of your circumstances. On inclement weather days when Johnson City Schools are not regularly scheduled, announcements will be made through our normal email distribution, website, and social media outlets.
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University School
Email: partinbk@etsu.edu
Website: www.usbucs.com
Location: 68 Martha Culp Dr. Johnson City, TN, 37614
Phone: (423)439-4271
Facebook: facebook.com/uschool1911
Twitter: @USBucs