Testing+Policy

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 * __ Math __**

Prior to any math chapter test, students will be asked to work on the Chapter Extra Practice Section of their Benchmark Practice Book. Students must show all of their work, where applicable. This is an excellent review for your child before the final chapter test. It also allows for them to see where they are having problems in the chapter so they have time to ask me for help!

In addition, I will also designate one afternoon (according to my schedule) prior to the test for students to come to me __after school__ so that I can answer any additional questions they may have regarding the material. Due to my ever changing schedule, I cannot guarantee a study session before each test, but will do my best to help as I can. If I am able to schedule at least a couple of days of in-class review then I will not have an afternoon study session. I will announce any Study Sessions in my weekly newsletter. The session will last for approximately one hour, immediately after school. Students should come prepared with their questions to the study sessions and willing to learn. Any student that I feel is not focused and is there for "social hour" will lose the privilege of this time.

1. The test must be signed by a parent or guardian and 2. Corrections must be made on the test within two nights after it is returned from the teacher. (Students should be prepared to explain the reason for their new answer.)
 * A 5-point bonus on any __math test__ ** can be earned if a student satisfies the following criteria:

Any student whose grade is still below 70% may be eligible to retake the test __after school__ (based on the TEACHER'S availability). In order for the student to retake the test they must demonstrate a desire and willingness to learn the tested material, as well as meet the below listed criteria. I will be more than happy to help any student that is willing to put forth the effort! This is an opportunity for students to increase their grade and achieve mastery of skills.

The re-test criteria is as follows: 1. Student must have completed and turned in practice test. 2. Original test must be signed by parent and returned to teacher. 3. Corrections must be made to the original test. 4. Study packet given to student must be completed and returned to teacher. 5. Retest must be requested within one week of original test date. (See Re-test request form below.)

After the re-test, the higher of the two grades will be recorded and final.


 * __ Language Arts/Reading __**

Reading tests will be taken online (or on paper) in the classroom or the computer lab via the Think Central website. It is highly recommended that before each tests, students review the story, focus skills, and robust vocabulary as this will be a part of each test. There will be no retesting for Language Arts/Reading tests.