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Welcome to FCAT Parent Night

Welcome to FCAT Parent Night. Grassy Lake Elementary Third Grade. Why in 3 rd Grade?. In third grade, the focus shifts from learning to read, to reading to learn. Students need strong reading skills in order to learn in all other school subjects.

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Welcome to FCAT Parent Night

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  1. Welcome toFCAT Parent Night Grassy Lake Elementary Third Grade

  2. Why in 3rd Grade? • In third grade, the focus shifts from learning to read, to reading to learn. • Students need strong reading skills in order to learn in all other school subjects. • FCAT tests evaluate the skills your child has been learning from Kindergarten.

  3. Format of FCAT Tests • Third graders are tested in reading and mathematics. • Multiple Choice Tests • Time Limit • Reading • Two Tests 70 Minutes Each • Math • Two Tests 70 Minutes Each

  4. FCAT Results • Results may not be returned until sometime in late May or into June. • Scoring- • Level 5 is highest • Level 3 is considered “on grade level” • Level 1 is lowest and is not a passing grade • Reading Level 1 demonstrates “little success with the content of the grade three reading Sunshine State Standards

  5. We have been working diligently with your students to prepare for success in 3rd grade and the FCAT. The following slides will help you better prepare to support your student from home.

  6. Test Taking Strategies • Re-read the question. • Go back and underline – looking for answers and/or clues. • Identify key words or phrases as you read. • Compare what you find to the answer choices. • Use Process of Elimination, and if necessary, make an educated guess. • Use time wisely. • Check, check, check your work!!

  7. What else can you do? • Work with your child nightly (make and take activities, computer/internet programs, and make sure nightly homework is completed). • Use real world situations to enhance reading and math skills. For example, ask them to read things for you in stores, restaurants, etc.. • Give positive reinforcement when the answer is correct; if they are making mistakes have them correct themselves. Ask them to explain why they are right or wrong.

  8. What else can you do? • Be your child’s cheerleader. • Remind them they are ready to take the test. • Without causing stress, convey the importance of these tests. • Make sure your child gets proper rest. • Make sure they eat a great breakfast • Nutritional, and not high in sugar. • Make sure they are in school everyday and on time.

  9. FCAT Testing Days • Convey the importance of taking time and being careful on the test. It’s not an Indy Car Race.  • Keep stress to a minimum. • Remind them they are ready to take the test. • Make sure your child gets proper rest. • According to kidshealth.org school-age kids need 10 to 12 hours of sleep a night. • Make sure they eat a great breakfast • Nutritional, and not high in sugar. • Make sure they are on time. If they are tardy they may not be able to test with their class.

  10. FCAT Dates and Times • April 15th- 16th Reading • April 17th-18th Math • Please make sure your child arrives on time (8:10-8:20) to school.

  11. Helpful Websites Grassy lake 3rd Grade Website http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcatsmpl.asp http://www.cpalms.org/Public/

  12. Together …. Thank you for coming!

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