Dear Families, Friends and Community,

A SNOWY hello from team AEA!

Beginning at the end of this month and extending into early May, our students will enter Ohio's State Testing process. The teachers and I are confident that the students are ready for the challenge! As partners in education, your support and encouragement at home will make a difference! Please see the established AEA district testing windows below.

*English/Language Arts (Grades 3-8): March 27 - April 7

*Mathematics (Grades 3-8): April 17 - May 5

*Science (Grades 5 & 8): April 17 - May 5

*Algebra 1, American History, Biology, Geometry & Government (Grades 9. 10 & 11): April 17 - May 5

Testing will take place throughout the day. The morning sessions will begin promptly at 9:00am. Please insist on timely attendance. We want all our students to be steady, comfortable and confident as they enter the testing arena.

In closing, Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Monday, March 20 and Tuesday, March 21. It's another great opportunity to build a successful foundation in direct support of academic achievement. Please expect more information to come your way in the days ahead.

AEA Strong...Go Rockets!!!

Bob Curtin