State assessments in English language arts and math are happening at Union Ridge Elementary School over the next few weeks:
\r\n- Smarter Balanced ELA: October 25 & 26
- Smarter Balanced Math: October 28 & 29
- Makeup dates: November 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 & 9
These assessments normally happen in the spring but were postponed because of the pandemic. Fall tests will reflect the grades students were in during the 2020-21 school year.
\r\nFall English language arts and math assessments will be administered in grades 4–9 and 11 for the grades 3–8 and 10 tests.
Assessments will be shorter than usual this fall to accommodate the unique circumstances we are in while still ensuring results are maximally useful. English, math, and science assessments are all designed to be completed in a single online session, though students can take the time they need.
\r\nWhy are assessments important?
\r\nAssessments are one way, along with other measures, to know how students are doing in these subjects. They also provide important information to understand how districts and the state are doing in meeting all students’ learning needs. You can use the results to engage with your child’s teacher(s) about how to support learning at home.
\r\nAdditional Resources
\r\nHere are resources you can use to learn more about the assessments and ways to use the results to support your student:
\r\nK-12 Family Guides: understand what students are learning in English language arts and math and to get tips about engaging with teachers
Information from the state superintendent about state assessments, including timing.
Check out sample questions and take Training Tests or Practice Tests online.
The Learning Heroes Parent-Teacher Planning Tool can help you partner with your student’s teacher.