Monday, March 12, 2012

PSSA Preparations!

Just a reminder to parents that tomorrow begins the PSSA testing for students in Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6.  The testing will begin with Math on Tuesday, followed by Reading on Wednesday.  The tests will then continue to alternate throughout the rest of the week, ending with Reading on Tuesday, March 20th.

After the Spring Break, testing will resume for only students in Grades 4 and 5...with Writing for Grade 5 (April 16-20) and Science for Grade 4 (April 23-27).

Here are some helpful things to keep in mind as your child prepares for their testing session:

1. Students should get a good night's sleep (at least 7-8 hours),
2. Students should eat a healthy breakfast before school (avoid sugary cereals),
3. Students should set a "goal" for themselves, and...
4. Encourage them to do their best, and not place too much pressure on them to "be proficient".

We wish our students the best of luck, and we know that they will "work their magic" and do an awesome job on the PSSA's!