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Arlington Heights Elementary School

Measuring Student Success

Arlington Heights Elementary subscribes to test programs and assessments that are required for public schools in the State of Indiana. Some testing and assessments are implemented in addition to state-required tests so that the school can gain information regarding student progress and needs. At Arlington, decisions that include instruction for students and use of some resources are described as data-driven.

ISTEP+: Standardized testing required by the State of Indiana in grades 3-6 that includes English/language arts, mathematics, applied skills (writing, math) (Fall)

N.W.E.A.: Standardized testing designed by the Northwest Education Assessment service for grades 2-6 that is offered in a computerized format to test skills in the areas of reading, mathematics, and language useage (Fall, Winter, Spring)

Developmental Reading Assessment: Assessment for students in grades Kdg., 1

Indiana Reading Assessment: Assessment for students in grades Kdg., 1, and 2

Quarterly assessments will be given to all K-6 students in the areas of reading, mathematics, and writing (each grading quarter)

TCS: Test of Cognitive Skills given to students in grades 3 and 6 as an ability measure, used to support student achievement decisions and placement in High Ability service programs

October 2 Family Science Night 5:30–8 pm; Gym

October 2 Book Fair Preview Night 5:30–8 pm

October 9 Grandparents & special friends day 2-3 pm

October 29 NO SCHOOL for students; P/T Conferences

October 30 NO SCHOOL – Fall Break

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