Benchmark Testing - Make-up Lab Closed
High School students - please remember the Make-Up Lab from 12-1, will be closed next week (November 30 - December 3rd), during Benchmark Testing. Please email Ms. Lee with any questions.
University School students will take 2nd quarter benchmark assessments beginning November 30th. Below are answers to commonly asked questions regarding benchmarks and how results are used.
What are Case Benchmark Assessments?
- Case Benchmarks are comprehensive formative assessments aligned to the rigor and performance expectations set forth in Tennessee State Standards.
- Questions are similar to the style and rigor of questions included on TCAP and EOC assessments.
- Intended to measure if students are making progress toward mastery of standards.
When will my student take benchmark assessments?
- Given 3 times per year at the end of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rdquarters
When will 2nd quarter benchmarks be given?
- Grades 3-8 – November 30th – December 8th
- Tests dates and times will be set by individual classroom teachers based on the needs of each grade level.
- High School EOC subjects
- Tuesday, November 30th – English 9 and 10 Part I (Multiple Choice)
- Wednesday, December 1st – English 9 and 10 Part II (Essay)
- Thursday, December 2nd – Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry
- Friday, December 3rd – Biology/U.S. History
How will results from these tests be used?
- Teachers will use results to assess student mastery of standards and adjust pacing as needed.
- Targeted review for TCAPs and EOCs
- Results will identify areas where review, reinforcement, and/or enrichment are needed throughout the year.
Does my child need to study for benchmark assessments?
- No, students are expected to show what they know.