The following suggestions for parents and teachers from the Minnesota Department of Education will help students get ready for a statewide assessment:
General Preparation
Reading Tests
Mathematics Tests
Science Tests (5th Grade)
Writing Tests
Using a Calculator
Talk to your child’s classroom teacher to find out how calculators are typically used in the classroom. Students can’t share calculators with other students during the Minnesota assessments or use any calculator manuals. You can get more information on using a calculator for testing from your school.
Daily Learning: To find your classrooms, connect directly with Seesaw through Clever or Google Classroom.
Check out the Distance Learning site for the Daily Learning links, technology support, student supports and other important information.
Connect with your teachers.
Login to Student Portal or Parent Portal.
*Learn about the MPS 5 Phases to Safe Learning.
Info on FREE school meal boxes and locations.
M - Mind & materials ready
P - Prepare to succeed
S - Survey the items & questions
R - Read & re-read
E - Evaluate what is being asked
A - Action – Use strategies & tools
D - Display persistence
Y - (Why?) Prove your answer
! - You’ve GOT this!
~ MPS Teaching and Learning Department