Dear Families:
A message about MCAS:
As we prepare to administer the MCAS test in each of our schools, I want to clarify some anticipated confusion regarding the test itself. The MCAS test still exists and will still be administered to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Recent legislative changes removed using MCAS as a graduation requirement, however, the district is still required by law to administer MCAS.
MCAS testing serves many purposes and fulfills both state and federal requirements around standardized testing. This testing not only helps us to identify areas of strength and areas that need improvement through professional development, curriculum review, and student support, but it also serves as an important metric in our standing in DESE’s accountability system. This system provides clear, actionable information to families, community members, and the public about district and school performance. Additionally, the accountability system helps the state to direct resources and assistance. The framework for the accountability system allows the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to identify districts and schools that require assistance or intervention in addition to those that are demonstrating success.
I ask for your support in talking to your child about the importance of doing their best on the MCAS tests. Their teachers have provided them with all the educational experiences and tools necessary to be successful.
I ask that our students plan to get a good night’s sleep each night, eat a good breakfast and have faith in their abilities, not only on MCAS testing days, but every day.
Our MCAS dates are:
April 7 and 8 Gr. 3 ELA
April 10 and 11 Gr. 4 ELA
May 12 and 13 Gr. 3 Math
May 14 and 15 Gr. 4 Math
Happy Friday!
We hope you have a wonderful weekend!
RaynWater STEAM Family Game Night
Join RaynWater STEAM on Tuesday, April 1, from 5:30-7:30pm at the Raynham Middle School for a fun-filled evening of STEM family board games, cooperative games, and logic games. This is a FREE family event for children in grades preK-8 and their caregivers. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Feel free to stop by at any time during the 2 hour event. Please contact RaynWater STEAM at raynwater.steam@gmail.com with questions. Flyer is attached.
Updates from LPO
NEXT MEETING: WEDNESDAY, April 2nd @ 6:30PM in the LALIBERTE LIBRARY. BABYSITTING AVAILABLE!
SPRING BOOK FAIR & BOOK BINGO:
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming, March 24th - March 28th! Check our Facebook page for schedule and volunteer opportunities! Don't forget to set up your student's eWallet for cashless, stress-less shopping at the Book Fair:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/laliberteelementaryschool
Book Bingo returns March 26th, 5:45pm-6:45pm. Bring the family and try your luck at bingo with a chance to win a free book at the Book Fair!
LPO FREE FAMILY ROLLER SKATING NIGHT: Come join us for a free night of roller skating April 17th from 5:30-7:30PM at Carousel Family Fun Center in Whitman. Admission and rentals paid for by LPO. Laliberte families only!
NOW ACCEPTING YEARBOOK ORDERS!
Yearbook orders must be placed by April 11th.
- Go to www.coffeepond.com
- Click on the Order Yearbooks button
- Enter the password LAL2425
- Enter the child's name & grade and the book quantity
- Enter your email under contact and select add to cart
- If you have another child to order for, please select order for another child. If not, then you can finish checking out.
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