TIGER TALK
Week of September 12, 2022
MAP Growth
What is MAP Growth-
How it works... MAP Growth is a computer-adaptive test. If your child answers a question correctly, the next question is more challenging. If they answer incorrectly, the next one is easier. This type of assessment challenges top performers without overwhelming students whose skills are below grade level.
What it measures ... MAP Growth uses a RIT scale to accurately measure what students know, regardless of their grade level. It also measures growth over time, allowing you to track your child’s progress throughout the school year and across multiple years. Once your child completes a MAP Growth test, they receive a RIT score.
Teachers can use the scores to identify learning areas that their class should focus on, as well as monitor the growth of individual students. Principals and administrators can use the scores to see the performance and progress of a grade level, school, or the entire district.
How often will my child take MAP Growth tests? Brock will give MAP Growth tests to students at the beginning, middle, and end of the school year (in the fall, winter, and spring).
Your child has a goal specific to them. Ask your child about it. Remind them to give their bet efforts to that teacher receive helpful information in guiding their instruction.
Parents will receive information on their child's MAP Growth once the testing window closes.
Mrs. K's Counseling Corner
Week of September 12, 2022
“When you connect to the heart of a child, everything is possible.”
Dr. Karyn Purvis
In 4th grade Peace class, we read the book The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. Students were given a colored dot sticker and asked to create their own masterpiece. We have some extremely creative thinkers!
It’s time for our 2nd and 3rd graders to visit the Peace classroom!
International Dot Day is Thursday, Sept. 15. “Dot Day” is based on the book by Peter H. Reynolds and tells the story of a caring teacher who dares a doubting student, Vashti, to trust in her own abilities by being brave enough to “make her mark.” On that day, let’s all wear clothes with DOTS to show how Brock Tigers can encourage and inspire others. Dot Day shouldn’t be one day a year so stay tuned!
For fun family activities around the area, click on this week’s edition of Kids Out and About. You can also sign up for their weekly newsletter.
Click on Burleson News for tons of family-friendly activities in our area.
I would love to hear how I can serve you and your children, so please take a minute or two to complete this Back to School form for Mrs. K.
Lunch bunches are starting soon! In the next newsletter, I will have a link with more details and how to sign up your child, if interested. Past topics have included: friendship, changing families (divorce, separation, re-marriage), feelings, and self-esteem.
If you want additional information on the Brock counseling program, click here. I am always here to serve you and your child!
IT’S A GREAT DAY TO BE A BROCK TIGER!
If your family is in need of assistance (economic, family support, crisis/emergency, health/wellness, or mental health), please call Mrs. K. at 817-245-3800 or email jennifer.kirkpatrick@bisdmail.net. All information is kept confidential.
Attendance week of September 6-9
Pre-K- 96.5%
K- 93.7%
1st- 95.1%
2nd- 95.1%
3rd- 97.1%
4th- 93.8%
5th- 97.4% Winner!
All- 95.4%
Instructions starts immediately at 7:40 am. If your child is consistently absent or tardy, they will have gaps in their learning.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 15th- Dot Day Wear Dots, Dots, and more Dots!
Tuesday, September 20th- Big Kahuna Fundraiser Ends
Friday, September 23rd- End of 1st Six Weeks
Email: kkimberling@bisdmail.net
Website: burlesonisd.net/brock
Location: 12000 Oak Grove Road South, Burleson, TX, USA
Phone: (817) 245-3800
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