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Can my child opt out of testing?
Can my child opt out of testing?
Yes. This should be communicated through the survey sent to families, or to Rhonda Hill, assistant principal (rhondahill@ccs.k12.nc.us)
My child opted out of testing. May we opt back in?
My child opted out of testing. May we opt back in?
Yes. Please email Rhonda Hill, assistant principal (rhondahill@ccs.k12.nc.us).
Do students need to complete the CCS screener each testing day?
Do students need to complete the CCS screener each testing day?
Yes, the screener should be completed from home each morning. It may be accessed here.
Will the school serve breakfast and lunch on testing days?
Will the school serve breakfast and lunch on testing days?
Yes, the school is providing breakfast, lunch, and a snack to all students on test days.
Can my child bring their own lunch?
Can my child bring their own lunch?
Yes, students may bring their own lunch, provided that it is peanut free.
Due to health/safety concerns, can a child be checked out during lunch?
Due to health/safety concerns, can a child be checked out during lunch?
Lunch schedules will be structured around testing. Therefore, we can not guarantee a specific lunch time. If there are specific health concerns, please discuss with Rhonda Hill, assistant principal (rhondahill@ccs.k12.nc.us).
Can I still sign my child up for bus transportation?
Can I still sign my child up for bus transportation?
No. Unfortunately, the deadline has passed. If your child is not already listed as a bus rider for EOG, you will need to provide transportation or opt out of testing this year.
When will we get bus information and the times for bus stops?
When will we get bus information and the times for bus stops?
Bus routes will be shared on the school's website as soon as they are made available from the school district.
What time should parents plan to pick up students who are car riders?
What time should parents plan to pick up students who are car riders?
Drop off and pick up times will be posted to the school's webpage as soon as these details are available.
If I have more than one child, in different grades, can they be dropped off at the same time?
If I have more than one child, in different grades, can they be dropped off at the same time?
Yes. You may drop off multiple students at either designated time.
Can one parent drop off a child, and a different parent pick up?
Can one parent drop off a child, and a different parent pick up?
Yes. This must be communicated to the classroom teacher and/or Rhonda Hill, assistant principal (rhondahill@ccs.k12.nc.us)
If a child arrives at the testing site late, will they be admitted?
If a child arrives at the testing site late, will they be admitted?
If a child needs to arrive at the testing site late, please communicate this to Rhonda Hill, assistant principal (rhondahill@ccs.k12.nc.us). For specific situations, a student may be admitted into the building up through 8:20 am. These students should plan to eat breakfast at home, as meal service will be over at that time.
Can car riders go home when they finish the test?
Can car riders go home when they finish the test?
During each break, car riders who are finished may call parents to pick them up.
Can students bring their phone to testing?
Can students bring their phone to testing?
It is not recommended that students bring phones to testing. If they do, the phone will be stored in a central location, outside of the testing environment. Students will have access to a school phone if needed.
Do students get breaks during the test?
Do students get breaks during the test?
Students get a 3-minute break at the end of each hour. Students may take restroom breaks as needed.
Are Chromebooks available for students who do not have CCS devices?
Are Chromebooks available for students who do not have CCS devices?
Yes. Students who have a CCS Chromebook should bring them to the testing site. If students do not have a CCS device, one will be provided.
May students bring their CCS Chromebooks in a backpack?
May students bring their CCS Chromebooks in a backpack?
Yes, please transport both the CCS Chromebook and charger in a safe manner (e.g., a bookbag).
What happens if my child doesn't do well on the EOG?
What happens if my child doesn't do well on the EOG?
Retention and promotion are based on a comprehensive picture from all aspects of the school year. A student would not be retained based on the EOG tests. This data is used in order to inform instruction and better served students in the following grade level.
Will test results follow the child if they transfer to another school?
Will test results follow the child if they transfer to another school?
Test results are digital and will follow a student if they move.
I understand my third grader needs to make a reading pathway. Can they opt out of testing?
I understand my third grader needs to make a reading pathway. Can they opt out of testing?
The reading EOG is one way to make a reading pathway in third grade. If third graders have not made a pathway and do not take the Reading EOG, they will receive a Reading Retained label on their report card. Please contact the child's teacher to discuss details or questions.
How do I know if my third grader has made a reading pathway?
How do I know if my third grader has made a reading pathway?
Students make a pathway when they have an overall ability of 258 or Lexile of 725 in Istation. Once a student makes a pathway, teachers will send home RTA Promotion letters. You may also contact the teacher to confirm a student's pathway.
Will there be remediation for those students who did not pass the first time?
Will there be remediation for those students who did not pass the first time?
The only EOG test that has an option for remediation and retesting is the Grade 3 Reading EOG. Remediation plans will be communicated to individual students.
What is the process for children with IEP/504 plans with separate setting and extended time?
What is the process for children with IEP/504 plans with separate setting and extended time?
Modified testing plans will be communicated to individual families.
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