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CRCT Parent Workshop Presentation. What do I need to know to help my child succeed on the CRCT?. What is the purpose of the CRCT?. Tests the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) Student Report; Class Report; School Report; System Report and State Report
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CRCT Parent Workshop Presentation What do I need to know to help my child succeed on the CRCT?
What is the purpose of the CRCT? • Tests the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) • Student Report; Class Report; School Report; System Report and State Report • Individual student strengths and weaknesses.
What content areas and grade levels are tested? • Grades 3 through 8 • Reading, English Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. • The CRCT only assesses the content standards outlined in the GPS.
How is the CRCT scored? 0 to 799 Does Not Meet 850 to 900 Exceeds 800 to 849 Meets
What are the promotion requirements? State Requirements: • Grade 3: Passing score in Reading • Grade 5: Passing score in Reading and Math
CRCT Test Dates 2011 • April 13 – 19: Grades 3, 4 and 5
CRCT Test Format • Directions are read aloud • Timed test: section 1: 60 minutes; Section 2 : 60 minutes • A short break in between
What is the best way to prepare for the test? • Get used to reading for extended time • Practice the actual test • Learn test taking skills
Read for 60 minutes • Read on your Lexile Level • Take ‘Reading Counts’ tests • Discuss with parents • Parents: ask why and how questions
Practice CRCT TestsGeorgia Online Assessment System • www.georgiaoas.org
Links Practice CRCT tests www.georgiaoas.org Georgia Performance Standards www.georgiastandards.org Georgia State Assessments http://www.gadoe.org/ci_testing.aspx CRCT Content Description (including CRCT Study Guides) http://www.gadoe.org/ci_testing.aspx?PageReq=CI_TESTING_CRCT
Links Understanding Lexile Levels and Search for books in within your child’s Lexile Level http://www.public.k12.ga.us/lexile.aspx http://www.lexile.com North Fayette Elementary www.northfayetteleementary.org Parent Brochures about the GPS https://www.georgiastandards.org/Pages/Parents.aspx
Before The Test • Provide a learning environment at home (study spot, materials, schedule for homework) • Provide books and model reading at home • Encourage a nutritious lifestyle (healthy diet and exercise) • Limit TV, electronic game time • Have daily conversations
Before The Test • Be calm, positive (children pick up your stress) • Remind them that the test is important and that you believe in them (they can do it!) • Support good school attendance
Teach Test Taking Tips • Use the information in the passage to pick your answer ( NOT your life!) • Read the questions first • Use elimination to choose the best answer • Check your answers – especially the ones that were difficult for you
The Days of the Test • Keep to your routine • Encourage your child to do his/her best • On the day of the test: get good night’s sleep, provide a good breakfast, comfortable clothes, and be on time