Dear Mattos Families,
Every Year, many California students take several statewide tests. When combined with other measures such as grades, classwork, and teacher observations, these tests give families and teachers a more complete picture of their child’s learning. You can use the results to identify where your child is doing well and where they might need more support.
Beginning in February, our multilingual learners in all grades will be taking the Summative ELPAC. The Summative ELPAC is given every year until they are reclassified as proficient in English. There are four sections- Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.
1. What is the test format? It is computer-based.
2. Which standards are tested? The 2012 California English Language Development Standards.
Later this Spring, 3rd through 5th grade students will take the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress, or CAASPP. This is the state academic testing program. CAASPP is a system intended to provide information that can be used to monitor student progress and ensure that all students leave high school ready for college and career. CAASPP
includes computer adaptive tests in English language arts, mathematics, and science.
Students in grades 3-5 will take the computer adaptive tests in English and math in Spring of
2023. Students in grade 5 will take the tests in science. Your child's teacher will communicate later this year what specific dates testing will occur. Students will receive individual score reports electronically to parents/guardians in late summer/early fall and will include an overall score, a description of the student’s achievement level for English language arts, mathematics, and science, if applicable, and other information.
Reminders and Announcements:
- PTA Membership- JOIN TODAY to be a part of a wonderful organization that does so much for the students of Mattos. The winter membership drive is happening now! Ask family and friends to support our wonderful school and PTA!
- February 7: Mattos PTA Founders' Day (see invite below)
- February 10: Mattos Science Fair Projects Due
- February 10: Mattos Basketball Games @ Bringhurst
- February 20: President's Day (No School)
- February 22: Astronomy Night (see flyer below)
- February 24: 2023-2024 Registration Form and Proof Due to Mattos Office
- February 24: Mattos Basketball Games @ Bringhurst
- February 27: Mattos Basketball Games @ Bringhurst
- March 17: Staff Development Day (No School)
- March 24: Mattos Marathon
- April 6: Minimum Day
- April 7: Spring Break Starts
Soaring in education,
Sherea Westra
Mattos Principal
