Assessment

Testing tips for parents:

  1. Make sure your child gets a good night's rest the night before the tests and eats a good breakfast on test days.
  2. Encourage your child to do his or her best.
  3. Set high expectations.
  4. Remind your child of the importance of reading directions carefully and not rushing through the test.
  5. Know when tests are scheduled.
  6. Don't schedule appointments, trips or interruptions during testing.
  7. Remind your child about the importance of test scores and how they can affect the future. It is not only a reflection of the school, it is also a reflection of each individual's performance.
  8. Praise your child for his/her efforts.
  9. Send your child to school with a smile!

Kentucky Department of Education Core Content for Assessment

Important Testing Dates for 2012/2013

  • Fall Testing - The Testing Window for PLAN (grade 8) and EXPLORE (grade 10) is September 17 - 28, 2012.
  • Fall Testing - The dates for ITBS and SCANTRON are to be determined.
  • Winter Testing - ACCESS for ELLS window is January 1, 2013 - February 8, 2013.
  • Winter Testing - NAEP (Grade 4 HHES and Grade 8 TKSMS) window is January 28, 2013 - March 8, 2013.
  • Winter Testing - ACT for Grade 11 is March 15, 2013 with make-up testing date of March 19, 2013.
  • Winter Testing - SCANTRON date is to be determined.
  • Spring Testing - EOC (End of Course Assessment for Algebra II, English II, Biology, and US History) dates will be determined by EHS and GDC.
  • Spring Testing - K-PREP for Grades 3 -8 and Grades 10 - 11 window is May 7, 2013 - May 24, 2013.
  • Spring Testing - AP Testing and Finals at EHS will be in May 2013 with specific dates to be determined.
  • Spring Testing - SCANTRON date is to be determined.

What is the KCCT (Kentucky Core Content Test)?

A component of the Kentucky Testing System, the KCCT assesses student mastery in reading, math, science and social studies as well as higher order thinking and communication skills. The test consists of open-response and multiple choice items as well as writing prompts for students in grades 4, 7, and 12.

2009/2010 KCCT Test Results (click to view):

Report Card

The District and School Report Cards provide information on many areas regarding our schools and district. Data is displayed regarding test performance, teacher qualifications, parent involvement, etc.

NCLB

NCLB (No Child Left Behind) requires states to provide information on progress toward proficiency by 2014. Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) refers to the minimum improvement required within one year. For additional information on NCLB, click here to go to the KDE website.

To view Elizabethtown's NCLB AYP, click on each.

Letter to parents concerning 2011 No Child Left Behind results

Contact

Mike.Selvitelle+etown.kyschools+us+Mike Selvitelle Director of Assessment and Technology