The Canyon View Coyote: Principal's Message 3/24/17

Dear Canyon View Families,

As of this morning, 321 students out of 400 are registered for the 2017-2018 school year. We are asking families to register the remaining students we expect at Canyon View for next school year as soon as possible. As a reminder, our staffing numbers are directly impacted by student enrollment numbers.

The online registration process is more efficient than in the past and can be completed by visiting the Canyon View website and clicking on the Register for School link. If you need assistance, please contact our office staff at 209-7701. A special thank you is extended to those families who have completed or will complete the process over the next few days. We appreciate your efforts!

Standardized Testing:

On Thursday, April 7 the standardized testing period will begin. Grade 4 will take the AIMS Science test using paper and pencil. Grades 3-5 will take the AZ MERIT tests in the areas of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. This is a computer-based test. Students may bring their own ear buds for the AzMERIT testing. We will provide headphones, but some students may prefer to bring their own for testing. Headphones/ear buds are needed for the AzMERIT Reading, parts 1 and 2 tests. You may learn more about the AzMERIT by visiting the Arizona Department of Education’s website: : http://azmeritportal.org/sample-tests/. Please review the schedule below and use it as a reference during our testing weeks. Also please ensure that your student(s) are at school on time as once each testing session has begun they will not be allowed to enter class until the testing session is complete. Make-up testing will begin at a later date.

Third Grade

April 13 AzMERIT Writing

April 19 AzMERIT Reading and Mathematics Part 1

April 20 AzMERIT Reading and Mathematics Part 2

Fourth Grade

April 13 AzMERIT Writing

April 17 AIMS Science

April 19 AzMERIT Reading and Mathematics Part 1

April 20 AzMERIT Reading and Mathematics Part 2

Fifth Grade

April 13 AzMERIT Writing

April 19 AzMERIT Reading and Mathematics Part 1

April 20 AzMERIT Reading and Mathematics Part 2

Parents often ask how they might assist their children in preparing for the tests. Here’s what you can do:

Ensure that your child is on time each day. This is critical!
Make every effort to have your child attend classes regularly. Avoid absences.
Ensure that your child has adequate sleep and a nutritious breakfast
Plan appointments and other disruptions to the school day for another time

Classes will not be interrupted during testing times

Discuss the tests with your child and encourage individual best effort

Visit the website for AIMS student guides and sample tests: http://azmeritportal.org/sample-tests/.

Finally, below are just a few images that capture the variety of learning experiences our students have been engaged in over the past two weeks. The entire staff at Canyon View Elementary is deeply committed to the whole-child approach to educating our students, and we are routinely researching and exploring new ways to refine and improve our practice.