Important Information:

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2007 - 2008 Important Information
CRCT Decatur County Promotion Policy Test
Taking Tips
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CRCT Requirements

• The state of Georgia requires that all students
  in grades 1 5 take the CRCT in the following
  areas Reading, Language Arts and Math.
• All students in grades 3 5 must also take the
  CRCT in Science and Social Studies.

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Subject Areas to be Tested by Each Grade Level
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CRCT Testing Dates

• Grades 1 2
• April 15 17, 2008
• Grades 3 5
• April 14 18, 2008

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How is the CRCT scored in Reading?

• Reading (GPS)
• Grades 1 5
• Below 800 - Level 1
• (Does Not Meet)
• 800 849 - Level 2
• (Meets)
• 850 or Above - Level 3
• (Exceeds)

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How is the CRCT scored in Math?
Mathematics (GPS) Grades 1 5 Below 800 -
Level 1 (Does Not Meet) 800 849 -
Level 2 (Meets) 850 or Above -
Level 3 (Exceeds)
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Promotion Criteria for Students in Decatur
County(Grades 1 5)

• Students in grades 1 and 2 must pass the Reading
  and Math CRCT have passing grades (yearly
  averages) in Reading and Math and be performing
  on grade level in the Reading and Math programs.
• In grades 3 5, students must pass the Reading
  and Math CRCT Reading and Math (on grade-level
  material) and at least two out of the three
  academic subjects (English, Science and Social
  Studies) for each grade.

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What happens if my child doesnt pass the CRCT?

• 3rd Grade
• State law says that if a student does NOT pass
  the Reading CRCT in 3rd grade, it is mandatory
  that he/she attend summer school and then retake
  the test.
• 5th Grade
• If a student does NOT pass the Reading and/or
  Math CRCT in 5th grade, he/she must attend summer
  school and retake the test in the area(s) that
  they did not pass.

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What if my child fails the CRCT Retest in grades
3 and 5?

• The student will be retained and the parents will
  be notified.
• The parent has the right to appeal the decision
  to retain the student. A placement committee
  will meet to look at their overall academic
  achievement. The decision to retain, place or
  promote the child to the next grade must be an
  unanimous decision. The decision of the placement
  committee is final!

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• What can you do to help your child?
• Website
• Test Taking Tips

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Did you Know

• There is a website that your child can log on to
  practice for the CRCT. He/she can practice at
  home or at the local public library.
• www.georgiaoas.org
• Logon GTDI number
• Password student

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Test Taking Tips for Elementary Students

• Relax. Just do the best you can.
• Your first choice is usually correct. Dont
  change an answer unless you have a good reason to
  do so.
• Read the question and all answer choices
  carefully before choosing an answer.
• Rule out answers that dont make sense.
• Be aware of key words such as all, now,
  always, never, only, and exactly.

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Test Taking Tips Continued

• Watch for negative words like not, no, and
  never.
• Words that are CAPITALIZED, underlined, or bold
  are important words.
• Look for information in some of the questions.
  This information may help you answer other
  questions.
• Make sure you have an answer marked for EVERY
  question.

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How to help your child prepare for testing

• Make sure your child gets a good nights sleep
  before a test.
• Maintain a pleasant home environment and avoid
  conflicts.
• Make sure your child has taken any needed
  medication.
• Make sure your child has his/her glasses or
  hearing aids.
• Make sure your child is present during testing.

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How to help your child prepare for testing
continued

• Get your child to school on time.
• Wish your child good luck every day.
• Remind your child that the test is important and
  to do his/her best.
• If the test is on a subject you can review, go
  over it with him/her.
• Remind your child to listen carefully to
  instructions from the teacher and to read the
  directions and each question carefully.

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How to help your child prepare for testing
continued

• Use your time wisely. Dont get stuck on a
  question. Make the best guess possible and move
  on.
• Tell your child to answer every question.
• Encourage them to stay focused.
• Reassure your child that tomorrow is a new day
  and to stay positive.