Post date: Oct 03, 2012 2:54:46 AM
Please go to the newsletter to read about all the learning we have been doing and some of the learning we are going to be doing in the next few weeks.
We will be have some mini patterning math tests that are just like our independent practice math time. These tests are in small bits and will be like regular math class. I will try to give them on days when everyone is in class. As we go on in the year they will be more that one page and your child can have someone read the questions if they need it. This mini test type situation is to prepare them for the EQAO test in May. The class is really taking risks in using math strategies, and explaining their thinking.They are learning so much,and I want them to keep taking risks. I want your child to feel good about their learning and enjoy math, reading, and all aspects of school. In the Think Tank we are always challenging ourselves, learning from others and realize that we learn from our mistakes.
I do not want this EQAO testing situation stress your child, we talk about doing our best everyday and that a mini test or a bigger test is just giving the teacher a way of learning about what they need to learn next for the future.