CRCT Parent Information

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CRCT Parent Information

• Excellence, Honor, Service
• Lovinggood Middle School

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CRCTFrequently Asked Questions

• What grade levels are tested?
• 6th, 7th, and 8th Grades
• What subjects are tested?
• Reading, English/Language Arts, Math, Science,
  and Social Studies
• When will the CRCT be administered?
• April 23-May 2, 2008
• What time will the testing begin?
• 915 AM sharp!

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Critical Ideas

• Make sure that your child is well rested on
  school days and especially the day of a test
• Give your child a well rounded diet.
• Talk to your child about the upcoming
  standardized tests
• Keep a positive attitude
• Give plenty of hugs

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Expect Hard Work

• 1. Demonstrate your own commitment to high
  standards
• 2. Encourage your child to listen to ALL
  instructions and follow test directions carefully
• 3. Remind your child that it is OK to ask
  questions if the instructions dont seem clear
• 4. Be positive and express confidence that your
  child will be able to handle the test well

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The Night Before the Test

• Help your child get to bed on time
• Help children resolve immediate arguments before
  going to bed
• Keep your routine as normal as possible
• Mention the test to show youre interested but
  dont dwell on it
• Plan ahead to avoid conflicts the morning of the
  test

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The Morning of Test Day

• Get up early enough to avoid rushing
• Have your child eat a good breakfast, but not a
  heavy one
• Have your child dress in something comfortable
• Be positive about the test

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After the Test

• Talk to your child about his or her feelings
  about the test
• Discuss what was easy and what was hard
• Discuss what changes your child would make if he
  or she were to retake the test
• Explain that performance on the test is not a
  condition for you to love your child

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Do's and Don'ts

• Do encourage your children
• Make sure your child attends school regularly
• Provide a quiet, comfortable place for studying
  at home
• Don't judge your child on the basis of a single
  test score
• Don't be too anxious about your child's test
  scores

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What Are Gateway Years?

• 3rd, 5th, 8th Grades
• In 8th grade, students must pass both reading and
  math.

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CRCT Performance Levels

• There are 3 levels of performance on the CRCT.
• Level 1 Does not meet standards
• Level 2 Meets Standards
• Level 3 Exceeds Standards

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Passing the CRCT

• Students must have a score of 800 or above to
  pass the CRCT.
• Eight Grade students who do not pass may attend
  Summer School

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Summer School

• Summer School will be held from June 4 through
  June 26
• Students will receive instruction from 800am
  until 1200 noon
• Instruction will be on reading/language arts
  skills and/or math skills
• Transportation will be provided from designated
  bus stops.

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Re-taking CRCT Test

• Parents will be notified regarding the test
  results
• Students who do not pass will repeat the grade
  they were in
• There is an appeal process

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8th Graders Who Dont Pass

• 8th grade students who score in Performance Level
  1 on the Reading or Math tests will need to
  retake that test in June
• 8th grade students who dont take the test will
  need to take the Reading and Math tests in June
• The summer retest will be June 25, 26 27

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Additional Information

• Questions to ask your child to check for
  comprehension
• Tips for Learning
• Picasso www.cobbk12.org
  (right hand side)
• CRCT Online

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• Thank YOU
• For
• Being Our Partner in Educating Your Child!