CRCT Parent Workshop Presentation
What do I need to know to help my child succeed on the CRCT?
What is the purpose of the CRCT?
• Tests the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS)
• Student Report; Class Report; School Report; System Report and State Report
• Individual student strengths and weaknesses.
What content areas and grade levels are
tested?
• Grades 3 through 8• Reading, English Language Arts,
Math, Science and Social Studies.
• The CRCT only assesses the content standards outlined in the GPS.
How is the CRCT scored?
800 to 849 Meets
850 to 900 Exceeds0 to 799 Does Not Meet
State Requirements:• Grade 3: Passing score in Reading• Grade 5: Passing score in Reading
and Math
What are the promotion requirements?
• April 13 – 19:Grades 3, 4 and 5
CRCT Test Dates 2011
• Directions are read aloud• Timed test: section 1: 60 minutes;
Section 2 : 60 minutes• A short break in between
CRCT Test Format
What is the best way to prepare for the
test?
• Get used to reading for extended time
• Practice the actual test• Learn test taking skills
Read for 60 minutes
• Read on your Lexile Level• Take ‘Reading Counts’ tests• Discuss with parents• Parents: ask why and how
questions
Practice CRCT TestsGeorgia Online Assessment
System
• www.georgiaoas.org
Links
Practice CRCT testswww.georgiaoas.org
Georgia Performance Standardswww.georgiastandards.org
Georgia State Assessmentshttp://www.gadoe.org/ci_testing.aspx
CRCT Content Description (including CRCT Study Guides)http://www.gadoe.org/ci_testing.aspx?
PageReq=CI_TESTING_CRCT
Links
Understanding Lexile Levels and Search for books in within your child’s Lexile Level
http://www.public.k12.ga.us/lexile.aspxhttp://www.lexile.com
North Fayette Elementarywww.northfayetteleementary.org
Parent Brochures about the GPShttps://www.georgiastandards.org/Pages/Parents.aspx
Before The Test
• Provide a learning environment at home (study spot, materials, schedule for homework)
• Provide books and model reading at home• Encourage a nutritious lifestyle (healthy diet
and exercise)• Limit TV, electronic game time• Have daily conversations
Before The Test
• Be calm, positive (children pick up your stress)
• Remind them that the test is important and that you believe in them (they can do it!)
• Support good school attendance
Teach Test Taking Tips
• Use the information in the passage to pick your answer ( NOT your life!)
• Read the questions first• Use elimination to choose the best
answer• Check your answers – especially the
ones that were difficult for you
The Days of the Test
• Keep to your routine• Encourage your child to do his/her
best• On the day of the test: get good
night’s sleep, provide a good breakfast, comfortable clothes, and be on time