Long Mill Elementary EOG Family Night

Ms. Ferrell- Principal

Mrs. Jones- Assistant Principal

Miss Fischer- Curriculum Resource Teacher

Mrs. Dodson- CounselorThank you to Laurel Mill & Franklinton for sharing this presentation!

Welcome

Testing Dates

Science- Thursday, May 12th (5th Grade Only)Reading- May 17th Math (Calc. Active)- May 18th Math (Calc. Inactive)- May 19th

Re-Testing

Not an optionthis year, any student who scores a I or II on any of the tests will need to do a re-test of that test on the dates scheduled below:Science- May 24th Reading- June 1st Math- June 2nd and 3rd

Achievement Level Ranges- IV, III, II, or I

IV- Students performing at this level consistently perform in a superior manner clearly beyond that required to be proficient at grade-level work. III- Students performing at this level consistently demonstrate mastery of grade-level subject matter and skills and are well prepared for the next grade level. II- Students performing at this level demonstrate inconsistent mastery of knowledge and skills that are fundamental in this subject area and that are minimally sufficient to be successful at the next grade level. I- Students performing at this level do not have sufficient mastery of knowledge and skills in this subject area to be successful at the next grade level.

What is a wavier?

A wavier can be given to any student in grades 3-5 who have not met promotion requirements. (Scoring a Level III or IV and/or passing all core subjects).

-- FCS Policy 3420

What is a wavier meeting?

The wavier committee will meet to review the student’s profile, including student’s work samples, grades, and test scores. After the meeting the parents will be notified by the principal of the committee’s decision.Please come and have your voice be heard!

-- FCS Policy 3420

Where can I find EOG Practice to Use at Home?

Miss Fischer’s Moodle PageReleased Test Items from 2009Sample Items from DPIWeb-Based, Interactive ItemsMath “How-To” VideosTest-Taking Strategies & Ideas

What are we doing to Prepare Your child for the EOG?

20 Day Remediation Plan– Objective-based instruction Based on Data

from Spring Benchmarks– Whole group review of Needed Skills– Small Groups and Individual Instruction

(When Needed)Intervention for the Re-testPracticing and Perfecting Reading and Math strategies.

What can I do at home?

Get your child in the habit of eating a healthy breakfast before schoolMake sure your child has a set bedtime, and gets plenty of restComplete homework daily with your child.Read with your child nightly.Ask higher level comprehension questions about reading material.Practice basic facts and problem solving skills.

What can we do the night before the test?

RelaxEat a healthy meal before going to bed.Set Out Clothes & Needed Items for the Next Day BEFORE Going to BedGet a good night’s sleep.

What can I do on test day?

Prepare a healthy breakfast for your child (low on sugars); No snack time, so be sure it is something that will “stay” with your childMake sure your child arrives to school on time.Encourage your child to do and be their best.Make sure your child dresses comfortably (bring a jacket in case it gets cold in the room)Avoid triggers and conflicts, if at all possible

Questions or concerns?

Have a great evening!

Thank you for your continued support in your child’s education.