Dear Edwards-Knox Families,
Spring is here, and with it comes an exciting opportunity to celebrate all that our students have learned and accomplished! The annual New York State assessments in English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, and Science for students in grades 3 through 8 are just around the corner, and we are thrilled for our students to showcase their hard work and growth.
These assessments provide students with a chance to demonstrate their learning and reflect on their progress. They also help us, as educators, continue to support and enhance their academic journey. We want our students to approach these assessments with confidence, enthusiasm, and a mindset focused on doing their personal best.
The assessments will be administered on computers according to the following schedule:
- April 15-16 – Grades 3-6 ELA assessments
- April 29-30 – Grade 8 Math assessments
- May 1-2 – Grade 7 Math assessments
- May 6-7 – Grades 3-6 Math assessments; Grade 8 ELA assessments
- May 8-9 – Grade 7 ELA assessments
- May 13 – Grade 5 Science assessments
- May 14 – Grade 8 Science assessments
To help students feel prepared and confident, we encourage families to:
Ensure a good night’s sleep before test day
Provide a healthy breakfast at home or take advantage of breakfast at school
Arrive at school on time, ready to do their best
Offer words of encouragement and remind them that their hard work is something to be proud of!
We are so proud of our students and all they have accomplished this year. These assessments are a wonderful way to recognize their learning and progress. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your child’s building principal or contact my office at 315-562-8130.
Thank you for your support, and let’s cheer on our students as they showcase their success!
Sincerely,
Erin E. Woods
Superintendent