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Use online tutorial programs (ex., www.khanacademy.org) to get extra help for homework, projects, and classroom
Testing Jargon
CCESCommon Core & Essential Standards The Common Core curriculum is a set of national standards in language arts and math and the Essential Standards guide the curriculum in other subjects such as Science and Social Studies. CCES are aligned with college and work expectations and mastery is tested through EOGs, MSLs, and EOCs.
If I wanted to work with my child on practice tests, where could I get copies of old tests or practice test material?
How important are test scores in my childs grade? Do you consider other class projects, essays, and participation, too? Do you keep a folder of my childs work with test results included? State testing information is available at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/accountability/parents/middle
A benchmark test is a test your child takes every 4 weeks to determine if they have mastered the goals and objectives taught during that time. Benchmarks are an excellent way to determine strengths and weaknesses. Check for your childs benchmark data in his/her agenda.
What does performing at grade level mean? A level 3 or 4 on the EOG
Parents Rights
Be an advocate for your childs education. You have the right to examine your childs school records, test results and teacher comments. If your child is in special education, you have the right to be a part of developing an individual educational plan (IEP) to meet your childs needs. You have the right to request that your child be excused from school activities that you object to on religious, moral, or other reasonable grounds.
This brochure was created by NELA Cohort III Fellows Stephanie Cottle
Nafeesha Irby
Alexandria Pearson Tawanda Smallwood Ronica Watford