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May 3rd, 2023
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April 10th, 2023
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March 22nd, 2023
Information for Families on TCAP Assessments in April
The Tennessee TCAP assessments (state standardized tests) will be administered in CMCSS beginning April 17, 2023.
- Students in grades 3-5 will be completing the paper-pencil version of TCAP Achievement for English Language Arts, Math, and Science.
- Students in grades 6-8 will be completing the computer-based version of the TCAP Achievement for English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
- Students in high school who are currently enrolled in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, English I, English II, US History, and/or Biology will be completing the computer-based version of the TCAP EOC.
State law (T.C.A. § 49-1-617) establishes that the state assessments shall comprise a percentage, between 15% and 25%, of a student’s final grade for the spring semester. In CMCSS (policy INS-A023), it is 15%. Students absent on the day of testing receive a zero, following the attendance policy for excused and unexcused absences. Makeup opportunities are provided within the testing window.
NEW this year: Tennessee state law provides all students the opportunity to request additional time for completing TCAP assessments if needed. Teachers will provide students a reminder during each subtest of the TCAP to simply raise their hand if they feel they need a few extra moments to finish. The additional time available is equal to 20% of the time allotted for the test section being completed, which is approximately 5 to 17 minutes depending on the content area and subtest. Parents may also make the request for the additional time for their student by submitting a letter of request to the principal at their child’s school by Thursday, April 6. Students who are finished with the assessment or have submitted the computer-based assessment have acknowledged they do not need the additional time.
All students have the right to meaningful access and opportunities for participation in instruction. The strategies, accessibility, and accommodations used during instruction need to also be available to the greatest extent possible for assessments. Federal and state law require all public-school students in Tennessee, regardless of background, to be included in annual summative assessments. There are no opt-out options provided for state assessments in Tennessee. Students absent on the day of testing receive a zero, following the attendance policy for excused and unexcused absences. Makeup opportunities are provided within the testing window.
For more information on the TCAP testing schedule in CMCSS, click here.
March 13th, 2023
Weekly Norman Smith NEWS
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February 27th, 2023
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February 24th, 2023
Read Across America Week
MARCH 27 – APRIL 3
Read Across America Week INFORMATION.
DRESS UP DAYS
MONDAY: “PAWS” FOR READING -WEAR something with an animal or animal print on it!
TUESDAY: Hats off to reading – wear a hat!
WEDNESDAY: Snuggle up and read – wear Pjs
THURSDAY: Reading jogs the mind – wear athletic clothes
FRIDAY: team read across America.-buddy grades dress in like colors
k/3rd – Red
1st/4th – Blue
2nd/5th – White
DR. SEUSS BIRTHDAY BASH
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28th 5:00-7:00
WITH LITERACY GAMES, PARTY FAVORS & BIRTHDAY CAKE!
THE WHOLE FAMILY IS INVITED!
February 16th, 2023
EVENTS RESCHEDULED
With school being closed today, we will not have STEM and Book Fair Night tonight. The Book Fair will now be open to families on Friday, February 17th from 4:30-6:00. Now is a great time to stock up on books for summer reading. We will send out communication with the new date for STEM Night once it is determined. We look forward to seeing students back at school tomorrow. Remember, there is no school on Monday, February 20 in observance of President’s Day. Have a great evening!
February 13th, 2023
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February 6th, 2023
For the Love of Reading Luncheon
For the Love of Reading Luncheon
Parents and guardians are invited to have lunch with their child and visit the book fair on February, 14th.
Each grade level will have an assigned time to visit the book fair either before or after the grade level’s lunch block.
Times to Visit Book Fair:
Pre K and Kindergarten 10:15-10:45
1st Grade 12:40-1:10
2nd Grade 1050:-11:20
3rd Grade 11:40-12:10
4th Grade 10:50-11:20
5th Grade 12:00-12:30
