Coming Soon…
Monday, April 28th
- ReadWorks article, “Learning on the Soccer Field” and questions due
- Guyot Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
- Kalis Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
- Warneck Special Class: Music
Tuesday, April 29th
- MSTEP Testing (Math)
- Guyot Special Class: Art
- Kalis Special Class: Music
- Warneck Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
Wednesday, April 30
- MSTEP Testing (Math)
- Guyot Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
- Kalis Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
- Warneck Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
Thursday, May 1st
- MSTEP Homework Packet #18 due
- Guyot Special Class: Music
- Kalis Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
- Warneck Special Class: Art
Friday, May 2nd
- ALICE Evacuation Drill
- Edmentum Trophies due (1 Reading, 1 Math, 1 Language Arts)
- Guyot Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
- Kalis Special Class: Art
- Warneck Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
- Half Day (11:30 dismissal)
It’s Testing Season
We are in the home stretch before MSTEP testing, so we are taking a break away from our normal routine. Students will continue to practice their test-taking skills while reviewing concepts from the entire school year. We are building stamina as well as independence, as teachers will be unable to assist students with any part of this state-wide assessment. Feel free to click on the link below to view the sample MSTEP questions. You may find it very eye opening to see what your child will be expected to do!
The testing schedule is as follows:
Tues., 4/29 Math MSTEP
Wed., 4/30 Math MSTEP
Tues. 5/6 ELA MSTEP
Wed., 5/7 ELA MSTEP
Mon., 5/12 & Tues., 5/13 NWEA (ELA)
Wed., 5/14 & Thurs., 5/15 NWEA (Math)
Please let your child’s teacher know as soon as possible if these dates interfere with any previously scheduled family plans resulting in an absence. We will reschedule your child’s test accordingly.
Snack Request
The school is providing a small snack for the students on the first day of each MSTEP test. We are hoping to provide a snack for EVERY testing session, both MSTEP and NWEA. If you are able to provide requested individually packaged snacks, please sign up below. All donations should be brought to school prior to our testing dates. If possible, please label them “Third Grade”. Any excess snacks will be utilized during our end of the school year activities. Thank you so much!
https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/50925488
Below are the steps to access the MSTEP practice questions:
1. Click on the above link: https://wbte.drcedirect.com/MI/portals/mi
2. Click Online Tools Training under the MSTEP picture
3. Click on Sample Item Sets (Click Here)
4. Click on Grade 3
5. Click on English Language Arts or Mathematics
6. Follow the prompts to get through the introduction screens; the questions will follow.
Thank you for your continued support at home.
**MSTEP Homework Packet**
This homework assignment was sent home Thursday, April 17th. Please stress the skills of reading the passages and looking back in the story to answer the questions. Thank you!
MSTEP Homework Packet #18 due 5/1/25
**Edmentum**
This year’s focus for Edmentum is earning trophies. Students are encouraged to earn 1 trophy in the area of reading, 1 in the area of math, and 1 in the area of language arts. Trophies are earned by completing a Progress Check with 80% or higher. Students were also shown how to check if they met their trophy goal. Please encourage your child to focus on one trophy at a time. This will help them be more successful on the Progress Check. Please do not assist your child with this task. This program is set at your child’s level. If they get answers correct when assisted by an adult, the questions will become too difficult too quickly which will raise a student’s frustration level. When students struggle, not only are we building grit, but also the program will adjust to a lower academic level.
Each month, one student from each class is recognized for accomplishing the most trophies. Grades 2-5 also compete in monthly trophy challenges. Grade levels can earn rewards, such as board game time, Blookit time, pj day, hat day, extra recess, etc.
FREE Field Day T-Shirt Orders Due Monday, April 28th!
Every student and staff member at Arno Elementary will receive a Field Day shirt, generously provided by the PTA. The design and color were carefully chosen to celebrate and strengthen our amazing school community. This year, all grade levels will be sporting the same bold “Arno Green” to symbolize unity as our students learn together, work together, and grow together. Our dedicated staff will be showing their support in “Pridefully Purple,” representing the wisdom, devotion, and resilience they bring to our Arno community.
*Please use the link below to place an order for a field day shirt. Please note this includes all students, teachers, support staff, paraprofessionals, and title one support.
Order online using the link below.
https://forms.gle/frAHZVo8KpWU893x5
Deadline to order is Monday, April 28th!
Mark your calendars: Field Day will take place on Friday, June 6th.
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