The goal of the Read to Achieve (RTA) program is to ensure that every student reads at grade level by the end of third grade. This is a law that is mandated by the state of NC.

How will RTA affect my child?

Third-grade students that do not pass the Reading EOG test will be invited to attend Reading Camp. Different assessments may apply to students on year-round calendars. These are outlined under Reading Camp below. The Reading Camp is held for three weeks during the summer for traditional schools and for the track-out periods for year-rounds schools. If you choose not to enroll your child in Reading Camp, your child may still have the opportunity to take an alternative assessment on a designated day set by the district.

What steps are being taken to ensure your child reads at grade level by the end of 3rd grade?

Your child’s teacher teaches reading throughout the year. We will share information about your child’s progress in reading through report cards, interim reports, conferences, emails and in the Istation Student Summary Handout – important reports that provide information specific to your child’s reading skills. The Student Summary Handout gives suggestions about activities that you can do at home to help. Read your child’s Student Summary Handout carefully and talk with your child’s teacher about his or her progress.

What if my child is struggling to read?

We will provide additional support if your child has difficulties with his or her reading. You are encouraged to attend parent conferences with your child’s teacher to work together to help your child read at grade level by the end of the year. Your child’s teacher can provide strategies that you can use at home to help your child read better, including information about accessing the Istation Parent Portal and the Ipractice App.

How will we determine that your child is reading at grade level?

Third-grade students will take the NC EOG reading test at the end of third grade. If they are proficient on the EOG reading test, they are eligible to be promoted to the fourth grade. If they are not proficient on the EOG reading test and do not qualify for a Good Cause Exemption, your child may be promoted to fourth grade with a reading retention designation. Your school will inform you if your child meets one of these exemptions and of promotion/retention decisions.

Reading Camp:

A third-grade student who is not proficient on the Reading EOG will be invited to attend a free, district-sponsored camp for three weeks during summer break. It is the decision of the parent or guardian to accept or decline.