ELA MCAS Begins With 7th Grade on Tuesday, April 3
As the Red Sox have begun their season last week, we at the Nichols Middle School begin our testing season with the 7th Grade students taking Session 1 of ELA on Tuesday, April 3, and then Session 2 on Wednesday, April 4.
Then on Thursday, April 5, all of our 6th Grade students will take Session 1 of ELA, and then conclude ELA on Friday, April 6, with Session 2.
Eighth Grade students will not complete the ELA portion of the MCAS until after April Break on Wednesday, April 25, and then complete Session 2 on Thursday, April 26.
I have had a meeting with 7th Grade students so far, and will meet with 6th Grade tomorrow, and then 8th Grade the week after Break. In my meetings, I discussed the importance of the tests, some test-taking strategies, and why students should do their best.
I talked with students about getting a good night's sleep, eating a solid breakfast, and bringing in a water bottle to support their learning. We will also have the cafeteria open prior to the test sessions, so students can purchase breakfast, if they choose.
We believe that all of our students can have success with MCAS and we know that we will not be happy until all of them do.
Please re-emphasize to your child that they need to try their best during these testing days, and success should be in their future.
Any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thank you.
