Testing Information Night

Tuesday, March 15, 7:00-8:00

Context: Please join me as I share information concerning New York State 3-8 ELA and Math Testing.

Process: Topics of discussion will include:

• Common Core: What does it mean? How does it relate to our instruction?

• What the exams look like

• HCS historical data in relation to our performance

• Data that demonstrates how we use the exams to make decisions about instruction for our students.  

• Ramifications for students that do not receive a “proficiency” score or higher

• Changes to the 2016 ELA and Math exams

• Question and answer session

Outcome:   I hope to help parents to better understand these assessments and for them to make informed decisions about participation in them.  

If you cannot attend the event, we will be recording the proceedings and have it up on my principal’s web-site in the days that follow.  You can find my page on our HCS website by clicking on the “Schools” tab, scroll down to the “Elementary School” link.  I will also include the Powerpoint presentation from the event.

Kevin Ellis

Hamilton Elementary Principal