Math outcomes are assessed in a variety of ways.

Daily discussions of math concepts and involvement in whole group problem solving is the most frequent form of assessment. Students are encouraged to explore their own understanding of topics discussed and demonstrate what they know.

Math journals offer students a way to practice new skills and discover challenges they may have. Each activity can be found in the Newfoundland math curriculum guide available online at https://www.gov.nl.ca/education/files/k12_curriculum_guides_mathematics_elementary_mathematics_grade_4_curriculum_guide_2014.pdf

In class worksheets are provided as independent practice and review. Students complete them after each lesson. Errors are highlighted and students are given an opportunity to correct the mistakes.

Chapter tests are given according to the schedule in the curriculum guide if topics have been covered with ample practice.

Overall assessment results (those documented in report cards) are a combination of all of the above assessments. Any particular grade awarded will not be the result of a single assessment piece. Only assessments which demonstrates the students best work will be used to evaluate a student's understanding.

Discussion as a form of expression is a daily practice and is often across all subject areas. Any subject may provide opportunities for speaking and listening both in small groups and as whole class.

Students have opportunities to read at their own level every day as well as listen to stories being read. Assessment may be through observation or formally with a reading record which evaluates decoding, comprehension, and fluency.

Writing and representing may take the form of stories, journals, comic strips, illustrations, or letters to name a few.

Assessment results are based on a collection of a student's best work.

Students will be evaluated on their understanding of the faiths discussed throughout the year. There is no formal test provided, rather a collection of activities in which students express their understanding of concepts learned. For example, they may choose to complete a comic strip depicting the events from the Noah's Ark story. This particular activity may also be used to assess a students ability to 'represent' for literacy.

Observations, portfolios, and discussions are the main focus for evaluation. Students should be able to follow a process while still exploring their own creativity. Student work samples are collected and they have an opportunity to discuss their work.

Students will be evaluated on their understanding of the topics discussed throughout the year. There is no formal test provided, rather a collection of activities in which students express their understanding of concepts learned. This year there is a focus on social emotional learning as students explore self-awareness, self -regulation, responsible decision making, social awareness, and relationship skills.