Dear Parent/Carer
The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) 2012 tests for Years 3 and 5 students will be held on Tuesday 15 May (Language Conventions and Writing), Wednesday16 May(Reading Comprehension) and Thursday17 May 2012 (Numeracy). NAPLAN tests assess student knowledge and skills in writing, reading, language conventions (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy.
The results of the tests provide information for students, parents, teachers and principals which can be used to improve student achievement.
During test week, catch-up tests will be available for individual students who are absent on test days. These students may undertake catch-up tests on the days in the test week after the scheduled test, up to and including Friday 18 May 2012. However, we do ask that every effort is made to have your child at school on time (by 9am) in order to assist with the smooth management and organisation of testing.
If your child is eligible for support due to disability or an exemption, you should discuss this with his/her teacher prior to the tests. Parental consent is required before any support due to disability or exemption is granted.
Students may be withdrawn from the NAPLAN by their parent or carer. This is a matter for consideration by parents and carers in consultation with the principal. If, after consultation, you decide to withdraw your child, you must sign a Student Withdrawal form. These forms are available at the school.
Later in the year you will receive your child’s personal NAPLAN report. The report will show how your child performed in relation to national minimum standards. These describe the minimum acceptable standards for students across Australia.
For more information about the tests, please visit the VCAA website at www.vcaa.vic.edu.auor the NAPLAN website at www.nap.edu.au.
Esme Capp
Principal
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