New York State ELA Test Grades 3-8
This week begins the testing for all students in grades 3-8 on the New York State ELA test based on the new Common Core Standards. Mr. Woods in talking to the students on Friday reminded them that the New York State Tests are one measure of student success --it is not the definitive measure. All students at OLQM are academically reviewed based on multiple measurements of student's work in class, student's work on weekly tests, unit tests, mid-terms, homework etc. etc. No child should be pressured into thinking that ONE test determines their academic success. Parents are reminded that their children have worked with their classroom teachers and coaches all year and hopefully will do their very best. Parents are requested to make sure their child goes to bed early, gets breakfast in the morning and encourage them to do well on the tests.The media hysteria can only cease if parents encourage their child to do their very best and they are fine with whatever success they achieve.
Tuition Suspension Day - Monday April 7, 2014
As mentioned previously there is a tuition suspension day on Monday April 7th.
Letters will be sent home on Wednesday regarding tuition owed the school. All parents who owe a balance are REQUIRED to meet with Mr. Woods on Saturday or Sunday regarding the outstanding balance. The Regional Board of Directors is requiring Mr. Woods to submit a report on parent meetings.
Easter Homework - Mathematics Grades 3-8
Mr. Woods spoke to students last Friday also about the fact that for the first time they would be given homework during vacation time. It will be packet of materials to have students practice their Mathematical skills during the break. It is suggested that is done periodically done over the break - not crammed into the Sunday before school starts or done all on one day.
The New York Mathematics test will be administered On April 30th, May 1st and May 2nd.
Report Card Day - Thursday April 10, 2014
Report Card Day is fast approaching. Parent teacher conferences will be held from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Monday March 31, 2014
Pencil Sharpening Day - students in grades 3-8 should bring in 2 or 3 sharpened pencils for the NYS tests that begin April 1, 2014.
Tuesday April 1, 2014
New York State Test in ELA (English Language Arts) Grades 3-8
A modified April calendar will be sent home with students today.
Wednesday April 2, 2014
New York State Test in ELA grades 3-8
Mathematics coach will work with students in grades 4, 6 and 8
Tuition Suspension Letters will be sent home today.
Thursday April 3, 2014
New York State ELA Test Grades 3-8
Project LEAP will work with students in grades 1, 2, 3, 7 & 8
Friday April 4, 2014
Stations of the Cross 11:30 AM - Parents welcome to attend.
Saturday April 5, 2014
Tuition Meetings with Mr. Woods 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday - April 6, 2014
No Classes
Mass at 1:00 PM for all students in sacramental program
Tuition Meetings 10:00 AM -12:00 noon or 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
