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Parent Resources & Support
What Is The Read By Grade Three Law?
What Is the Read By Grade Three Law?
Families can visit the Michigan Department of Education for resources including videos, Literacy Tips, Read By Grade Three information and online support.
Many resources are shared in Spanish and Arabic.
Facts for Families: What is the Read By Grade Three Law?
Facts for Families: What is a Good Cause Exemption Process?
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How Can I Help Prepare My Child?
Explicit Test-Taking Strategies
Test-Taking Tips
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How Can I Help Create A Positive Testing Mindset
Help! My Child Worries About the Test
5 Ways To Reduce Test Stress
How To Help A Child With Test Anxiety
Expert Annie Murphy Paul shares two techniques where kids put pen to paper and scribble their worries away.
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How Do I Read and Interpret My Child Scores
Free Education Resources for Parents in Michigan
No one knows your child or their needs more than you. With Starting Smarter, you now have access to information about your child’s education that goes beyond just grades. You can use our test score reports to see the areas your child is excelling and where they can improve. All of this can begin a conversation with your child’s teacher about offering better learning support at home and all year long.
Video Explanation: How to Read Parent Reports
Watch this video from the Michigan Department of Education that explicitly explains how to read the Parent Reports you will receive.
Why Testing Makes Our Brains Work Better
Exams and quizzes aren't bad and shouldn't be feared! Expert Annie Murphy Paul explains how they actually make people smarter.
Contact Information
Utica Community Schools
Email: kristie.marks@uticak12.org