Spring 2023 NYSED Testing Letter
March 2023
Dear Families:
In the weeks ahead, students in grades 3-8 will engage in a series of New York State Department of Education (NYSED) designed assessments. The ELA and mathematics examinations will take place over two consecutive days with a suggested time allotment that varies according to grade level and exam type. Students may take as much time for the exams as they need to complete them.
It is important to remember that these assessments represent only one measure of student learning. However, our expectation, as always, is that students give their very best effort. You can assist your child/children in being prepared on the days of administration by ensuring they:
- Get a full night sleep;
- Pick out clothes to wear the night before;
- Eat breakfast before coming to school;
- Arrive to school on time;
- Think positively and be confident!
If you have any further questions regarding these assessments please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher or school principal.
The assessment schedule for grades 3-5 is as follows:
|
Assessment |
Grades |
Administration Dates |
Make-Up Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
|
English Language Arts |
3, 4, 5 |
April 19 & 20 |
April 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 |
|
Mathematics |
3, 4, 5 |
May 2 & 3 |
May 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
The assessment schedule for grades 6-8 is as follows:
|
Assessment |
Grades |
Administration Dates |
Make-Up Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
|
English Language Arts |
6-8 |
April 19 & 20 |
April 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 |
|
Mathematics |
6-8 Note: Students taking Regents Algebra I are exempt from the grade 8 exam. |
May 3 & 4 |
May 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
|
Algebra I Regents |
8 |
June 15 |
There is no make up date; however, the exam is administered again in August and January. |
|
Science Performance |
Grade 8 Only |
May 23 - June 2 (Exam is one day.) |
May 23 - June 2 |
|
Science Written |
Grade 8 Only |
June 5 |
June 6, 7, 8, 9 |
*Please note there is no 4th grade science assessment this year.