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2024 Spring Standardized Testing Information: BFA
WHY STANDARDIZED TESTING?
As part of our annual assessment requirements, students in grades 3-9 will participate in standardized English and math tests, while those in grades 5, 8, and 11 will also take a science test. These tests are essential tools for evaluating the effectiveness of our teaching methods and students' learning progress at BFA, allowing us to compare our performance with other schools locally, statewide, and nationally.
The insights gained from these assessments are crucial. They enable our teachers to tailor their instruction more effectively and help the district make informed decisions regarding curriculum enhancements and program development, ensuring that our students receive the highest quality education. Moreover, the data supports the BFA Multi-Tier Systems of Support team in providing targeted assistance to students who need it.
Your student will participate in preparatory activities during Enrichment sessions in March to prepare for these assessments. We encourage you to discuss the importance of these tests with your student, emphasizing the opportunity they present to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. Encourage them to take the tests seriously and to do their best, as their performance not only reflects their individual achievements but also contributes to our community's ongoing efforts to provide an exceptional educational experience for all students.
Testing will occur in advisory groups:
9th graders will take COGNIA Math and English tests.
11th graders will take the COGNIA Science test.
Busing on April 9, 11: (9th grade testing days)
Two bus runs: The first bus is the normal route and will pick up 9th graders.
A second bus run is for everyone else.
Busing on April 10: (11th grade testing)
Since 11th graders usually find their own way on test days, please fill out this form if you need an early morning bus. This helps us plan better. (must use Maplerun account)
Later buses will get 9th, 10th, and 12th-grade students to school before 11:00 am.
Busing April 12: (Make-Up testing 9th and 11th)
April 12th is the test make-up day for 9th and 11th grade. This day is for any student who needs to finish a test or make up a test that they missed. Please fill out this form if you need early morning bus transportation on make-up day. (must use Maplerun account)
Later buses will make sure all other students get to school before 11:00 am.
Later Arrival Times for April 9, 10, 11, 12:
If you’re not testing, come to school no earlier than 10:40 am. Classes for everyone start at 11:00 am.
BUS SCHEDULE for 11 am start.
(SRT) Student Readiness Tool/Practice: 9th and 11th grade
MARCH - DURING ENRICHMENT in advisory groups
(SRT) Student Readiness Tool LINK: Please use a school-issued Chromebook.
Testing Day Must-Knows for 9th & 11th Graders:
Bring your Chromebook charged, with its power adapter, and headphones (if you don’t have any, we’ll provide them).
No personal devices are allowed. If you need a Chromebook for testing, go to IT.
You can’t leave until the testing session time is over.
Phone use is prohibited during the entire testing session time.
Finished early? Work on your PLPs or other school assignments.
We’ve got food covered. Breakfast is available in the morning.
Get plenty of rest, do your best, and show what you know!
ALL STUDENTS - COGNIA Testing Week Schedule
APRIL
Seniors and Parents,
Here is the link to senior communications and event information on our BFA website. Click on each event for further details.
https://www.maplerun.org/o/bfa/page/senior-communication-events
Reminders:
10 hrs of Community Service is due by May 17th. See Mr. Murray.
Seniors must share their completed PLP with their Advisor by June 1st. Additional PLP support is available every Thursday Call Back, from 7:30-8 am in the Library, or by filling out this form.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at 802-527-6400 or email me at tcallan@maplerun.org.
