Dear Parent/Guardian of Student in Grades 3 through 8,

Your partnership in supporting STUDENT's success on the upcoming Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) is incredibly important. These assessments serve as a critical measure to inform you, your child and your child’s teacher, about STUDENT’s current achievement level and academic growth.

What is PSSA Testing?

• The PSSA is a standardized test given to students in grades 3 through 8 on English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
• Participation in the PSSA is crucial for accurately assessing student growth and meeting state academic standards.
• PSSA results are essential for evaluating our school's performance and identifying areas for improvement.

PSSA Testing Schedule

 

Preparing for Success

• Conversations and assemblies will help students develop a positive mindset and set test expectations.
• Teachers will be actively promoting the PSSA within the classroom, providing students with the necessary resources and support to feel confident and prepared for the assessment.
• Students will collaborate on motivational posters to inspire and uplift each other during testing.
• Classroom testing environments will be customized to ensure students have the most optimal conditions for testing.
• We aim for a 95% participation rate and will celebrate each school's achievement with a grade level celebration!

 

PSSA Information Sessions for Parents/Guardians

Join us for a parent information webinar with our administration:

• Wednesday, March 13 at 6:30pm
• Tuesday, March 19 at 12:00pm
• Click the hyperlinked dates for a direct link to either session. You can also submit your questions here.
• PA Department of Education published these Frequently Asked Questions here.

Thank you in advance for your continued support. Together, we can empower our students to excel academically and contribute to the ongoing success of our school community.

Sincerely,

Dr. David Zerbe

Superintendent of Schools