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OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

ScrapHappy — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:10:33 GMT

This is my daughter's (5th grade) upcoming school schedule:

12/16 Word play test

12/16 WWI test

12/20 Math test

12/21 Spelling quiz

12/21 Test Structure test

12/21 Science test

12/21 Invention due

Is this the "norm?"

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

maestra — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:15:20 GMT

@scraphappy wrote:
This is my daughter's (5th grade) upcoming school schedule:

12/16 Word play test
12/16 WWI test
12/20 Math test
12/21 Spelling quiz
12/21 Test Structure test
12/21 Science test
12/21 Invention due

Is this the "norm?"

2 tests the 1st day, looks like a weekend until the next test, 2 tests aftewr that and a project due.

The project shouldnt be completed the night before but done before testing begins. Normal for our school was 2 tests a day max. Spelling should be low-key to some extent.

I taught 3rd, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. This schedule isnt out of line, esp. if the invention project has been 99% completed before testing begins.

We always gave ongoing dates of sectional completion for projects-no last minute panic, esp. for parents.

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

MyGirlsMom — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:19:33 GMT

@ScrapHappy, you may want to edit your post.

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

libbyannE — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:21:47 GMT

Why aren't you asking the teacher? I don't see what the problem is because you did not point out your concern.

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maestra — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:24:27 GMT

@libbyannE wrote:
Why aren't you asking the teacher? I don't see what the problem is because you did not point out your concern.

As a former (mind reader), er, teacher, I think the OP is concerned that there is more than 1 test a day before the holidays.

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

CelticCrafter — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:24:50 GMT

What is a Test Structure Test?

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Mellie32 — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:25:49 GMT

@scraphappy wrote:
This is my daughter's (5th grade) upcoming school schedule:

12/16 Word play test
12/16 WWI test
12/20 Math test
12/21 Spelling quiz
12/21 Test Structure test
12/21 Science test
12/21 Invention due

Is this the "norm?"

Seems fine to me. It's the end of the quarter -- tests and assignments need to be done.

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

Tinkrbl44 — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:28:05 GMT

@MyGirlsMom wrote:
@ScrapHappy, you may want to edit your post.

@ScrapHappy

Opinions .... not opions.

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

chrystaltree — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:39:49 GMT

What is Test Structure Test? And why don't you just speak with the teacher about your concerns?

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CelticCrafter — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:43:01 GMT

@chrystaltree wrote:
What is Test Structure Test? And why don't you just speak with the teacher about your concerns?

I asked the same thing, glad I'm not the only one that doesn't know!

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

violann — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 22:48:47 GMT

Is your daughter concerned about the schedule?

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Gram W — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 23:00:28 GMT

My grandson is in 4 the grade. That sounds normal for the end of the semester. His teachers send home these schedules in advance so parents and students can plan ahead. No excuse for not having time to do project or prepare for tests. Youngsters that age seem to forget things until the last minute. My son checks the backpack every night to make sure papers have not gotten lost in there. There is homework every night and it should take less than 30 minutes. That is fair for 4th grade.

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

ScrapHappy — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 23:01:08 GMT

Yes, she stresses easily. And to be honest, it stresses me too. She has her other homework on top of this and to top it off has to re-do invention project. Her idea had to be signed off by teacher, she didn't like it/didn't think it would work, so gave her another idea to go with.

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shoesnbags — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 23:57:33 GMT

@ScrapHappy So don't keep us in suspense - what IS a "test structure test?"

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Mz iMac — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:05:56 GMT

@ScrapHappy

"OPIONS"

''12/21 Spelling quiz"

Are you the one helping her w/spelling?

Re: OPIONS, PLEASE! ESPECIALLY FROM TEACHERS

Tinkrbl44 — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:15:34 GMT

@maestra wrote:
@libbyannE wrote:
Why aren't you asking the teacher? I don't see what the problem is because you did not point out your concern.
As a former (mind reader), er, teacher, I think the OP is concerned that there is more than 1 test a day before the holidays.

@maestra @ScrapHappy

Yeah, I was also wondering what the actual problem was, and why she started the thread. It's customary to finish the semester by wrapping things up with quizzes and tests, so this shouldn't be a surprise. Does anyone know what grade this child is in?

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truffle — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:16:11 GMT

What type of invention is expected of kids? If there is a genius among them parents and educators would already know this and have them on a fast track.

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Noel7 — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:24:18 GMT

5th grade was tough when my daughter was in school. They were pushing students to get ready for middle school.

Yes, there were tests like that and holidays didn't matter. She had one teacher in beginning high school who always assigned projects over the holidays.

In 5th grade she had a minimum five hours of homework each night, they all did. It was grueling.

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SahmIam — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:27:33 GMT

Normal. They are preparing the kids for 6th grade; middle school is NOTHING like elementary and worlds apart from when most of us went to school.

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DukeBlueNan — Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:29:30 GMT

It is a lot of work and tests but yes, probably the norm since it's the end of semester. And, you've surely seen same types of tests all year. Hopefully. At least she will get her winter break soon and can enjoy.

She's preparing for her future and it just doesn't get easier. I never knew I'd have to go back through school yet again when my children were young! Good luck.