Dear Families,

    Happy Friday! I do apologize for the lack of newsletter last week! Students should have received a PSSA letter from me in their mailboxes specifying the time and dates in which the PSSA’s will take place. Although in this day and age, much emphasis seems to be placed on this test, it is important to always remember that this test is just a very small fraction of the whole child. Creativity, hard work, determination and perseverance, kindness towards others and a keen sense of interpersonal skills  and patience are just a few of the many talents I see spread throughout my classroom on a daily basis! These skills are just as important as it is these skills that will help our students change the world.

Below is a copy of the PSSA letter!

    Tuesday, April 10th starts the PSSA testing for third grade.  We will test 5 days ; April 10-12 Tuesday-Thursday for ELA, and then April 17-18 Tuesday-Wednesday for Math. It is recommended that students are well rested and eat a good breakfast as testing will take place during the mornings starting at 8:30.   Please be sure your child is here on time so they can be prepared to start the day without unneeded stress.

    Third grade specials will be during the mid-morning and afternoon. Our specials can be found on the other side of this letter.

    Students are permitted/encouraged to bring in their own snack/drink for a midmorning break that will take place after testing.  They are asked to bring in an individual snack for themselves only, and approved by their parent(s).  No sharing of food will be permitted. Students are also permitted to bring in one one pillow during testing days as well as “comfortable socks and clothes.” Students will be permitted to take off their shoes during testing. This has been allowed during our morning “power up” sessions, and I believe it helps to relax the students.

For those celebrating, have a beautiful Easter/Passover! Enjoy this time with family and friends!

Warmly, 

Mrs. Amoscato