CMS Weekly News Express
Sunday, March 31, 2019 (Week #32)
Staying Together & Building An Amazing Product - Learning Environments...
Staff:
It’s hard to believe that Term #3 will be coming to an end this week and that MCAS testing is finally upon us. You have all done an amazing job this year helping students develop and grow their skills to prepare for their own success. The seeds have been planted and the vast majority of students have really worked hard. That being said, our students are ready for this year’s MCAS testing process. Be sure to build them up and remind them that there’s no room for apathy or complacency during the testing process. Remind all of the students that they are amazing and tell them to do their best. We will be ready to maximize all of our efforts to ensure we help students see their full potential. Remember, don’t give any homework during the testing days.
As always, please let me know if you have any questions or concerns as we navigate into this process.
Have a wonderful week with your students…
Dean W. Packard
Principal
Monday, April 1st
- Learning Academy – Grades 5&6 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)
- Team Leader Meeting: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 2nd
- Grade 8 Students MCAS Testing ELA Session I
- Learning Academy – Grades 7&8 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)
- SEPAC Meeting – 6:30-8:00 p.m. (Library)
Wednesday, April 3rd
- Grade 8 Students MCAS Testing ELA Session II
- Learning Academy – Grades 5&6 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)
- Intramurals 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. (Gym)
- Charlton Elementary School Concert 6:30-7:30 p.m. (auditorium)
Thursday, April 4th
- Grade 5 Students MCAS Testing ELA Session I
- Learning Academy – Grades 7&8 - 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)
Friday, April 5th
- Grade 5 Students MCAS Testing ELA Session II
Special Happenings:
MCAS Testing Begins:
As we begin the testing process, please remember to follow the training from our faculty meeting as well as the PowerPoint slides provided to you. I have included a total ELA testing plan, which includes teachers, rooms, times and students. Here are a few items to remember to meet testing security standards:
1. Make sure your room doesn’t have items on the wall pertaining to material being tested;
2. Make sure you guard the secure materials given to you the morning of the testing process;
3. Make sure your room is strategically set up so students do authentic work – see PP for examples of seating designs;
4. Read the directions specifically contained within the TAM;
5. Begin the testing on-time at 8:00 a.m. sharp;
6. Let us know if you have any questions or concerns immediately;
7. Be sure to stay calm and set a testing tone that is welcoming and supportive;
8. If you notice a student struggling to maintain himself or herself within the testing environment, please call for Mr. Packard. I can use an alternate setting for testing if needed;
9. Actively proctor the students so you can stay apprised of their overall needs; and,
10. Make sure you remind students to use all of the resources provided, including scrap paper to answer all of the questions.
All Unified Arts, Reading, Foreign Language, ACES, Librarian or any other teachers not teaching due to the testing, please be sure to report to the testing hallway as support for the testing process. Also, please be sure to read your TAM just in case you have to step in to help – Thanks!
You All Will Be Great… Your Preparation Has Been Amazing!
2019 MCAS Testing Calendar
Grade 8:
English Language Arts: April 2nd & April 3rd
Science, Technology & Engineering: April 30th & May 1st
Math: May 16th & May 17th
Grade 7:
English Language Arts: April 10th & April 11th
Math: May 9th & May 10th
Grade 6:
English Language Arts: April 8th & April 9th
Math: May 7th & May 8th
Grade 5:
English Language Arts: April 4th & April 5th
Science, Technology & Engineering: May 2nd & May 3rd
Math: May 14th & May 15th
***English Language Arts Make-Up Sessions: April 22nd – April 29th
***Math Make-Up Sessions: May 20th – May 24th
***Science, Technology & Engineering Make-Up Sessions: May 20th – May 24th