MSTEP 2016

MSTEP Schedule

Dear Families,

I have written a schedule for the MSTEP Test 2106. MSTEP, Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress, is a newly designed standardized assessment given to grades 3- 8, and grade 11. English Language Arts, ELA (Reading and Writing) and Mathematics as well as Science assessed in grade 4, and Social Studies assessed in grade 5.  This year the test window is April 11- 29, 2016 for fifth graders. Your fifth grade child will be tested in the subject areas of ELA Reading, Mathematics and Social Studies.  If your child is tardy or absent on a test day, he or she will have to make- up the missed part of the test on a scheduled date.  Keep the copy of the calendar handy.

It is not a timed test; therefore, students are encouraged to complete and review and reread the test questions. Daily, your child should get a peaceful night’s rest and eat a balanced breakfast.  Secondly, please keep in mind the schedule as you plan doctor appointments or other engagements. Lastly, you may notice a decrease in homework assignments and some classroom assignments. Typically, there is no homework on the night of a standardized test.

We need your help!  On the calendar are the types of food we will need. The count is 25.  If possible, try to have the snacks in one day prior to the scheduled date, if possible.  Avoid popcorn, as well as chocolate, nuts or tree nuts. All food must be labeled or store bought. Sample list is below. If you are able to send in a snack, send a note or email as soon as possible, subject line, MSTEP snacks along with the date.

Suggestions:

Breakfast- Fruit, cereal, bagels (cream cheese), yogurt, or a protein

Beverage- milk, 100% juice boxes or small bottle water                              Students should bring a resuable water bottle too. (No refills during the test.)

Healthy snack- sandwich crackers, fruit, pretzels, or yogurt

Gum- sugar-free, spearmint types (as needed) or peppermints

Packaged treats- Individually wrapped snacks (especially one needed for make up and snacks)                    Paper products- bowls, napkins and spoons

Gratefully,

Avery V. Hubbard

• Try to avoid appointments on these days.
• Get a peaceful night's rest for the next few weeks. (8- 10 hours of sleep)
• Come to school ready to try and learn.

These are the calendar dates for MSTEP