Dear Center School Families,
As we move through the final trimester of the school year, we are looking forward to all that spring will provide. In the final weeks of the school year, we will reflect with our students on their growth, both personally and academically. We have seen our students persist, persevere, and accomplish so much this year. In the coming weeks, we will also measure student performance formally through the Smarter Balanced Assessment in Mathematics and Literacy.
Students have had regular exposure throughout the school year to the content and skills specific to grade-level standards measured by the assessments, to the critical-thinking and problem-solving skills embedded in the assessments, and to the technology and assessment platform on which they will be assessed. Assessment schedules are structured to limit the amount of time students are assessed on any given day, and students are given all of the
time they need to complete the assessment to their satisfaction. As a result, testing schedules are flexible and responsive to students.
Center School students will begin their Smarter Balanced Assessments on April 3rd. Students will not assess for longer than an hour at a time and complete only three assessments - reading, math, and a math performance task. In addition, 5th graders will complete the Next Generation Science Standards assessment on April 23rd and 24th.
We anticipate that both the preparation for the assessment and the assessment schedule will help students feel comfortable and allow them to perform at their best. Their overall school day is not heavily impacted as we assess in the morning and continue our regular routines and activities. We encourage strong attendance during the testing windows and healthy habits, including appropriate rest and daily breakfast.
This assessment information is only one measure of our students and their impressive efforts this year. We consider multiple data points when considering student progress and planning for instruction. This is a critical tool for this ongoing work, and we appreciate your partnership as we gather information about our students at the conclusion of such an incredible school year. As always, please contact me with any questions regarding this process.
Thank you,
Chris
Cellphones & Smart Watches
While we recognize the convenience and utility of these devices, we also want to emphasize the importance of responsible usage, particularly within the school environment.
Smart watches and phones have become increasingly prevalent among students, offering a wide range of features and functionalities. However, at our level, their use during instructional time is disruptive and detract from the learning experience. Therefore, we kindly ask for your cooperation in adhering to the following guidelines:
- Cellphones should remain off and secure in backpacks when in school.
- Smart Watches should be placed in a mode that allows for distraction-free learning, most models have a School Mode or Schooltime feature.
As most staff can attest to, service is very spotty in our building. Any urgent messaging from/to students should be communicated through our office. We appreciate your partnership in providing both your child and our staff distraction free learning.
If you have any questions, feel free to call Melissa at Center School or email: GelineM@chc1.com
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If you need to contact the nurse, please call 860-365-4050 ext. 3 or email jmorehouse@easthamptonct.org.
Center Elementary School
Email: csullivan@easthamptonct.org
Website: https://www.easthamptonps.org/o/center-school
Location: 7 Summit Street, East Hampton, CT, USA
Phone: (860) 365-4050
