HomeSchool Diaries

Unfortunately, the end of year park bash looks like it will be soggy. If anyone was planning to attend, call and let me know so I can share the back up plan in case of rain.

Over the next couple of months, my family will be relocating down to Homestead. I don’t plan to stop the park meetings, however, I will be cutting them down to one meet up per month. Keeping with Tuesdays. I will need to locate a park and I am really hoping to open this regularly planned fun day up to all Homeschoolers. I plan to schedule it to include a lunchtime picnic with plenty of running around afterward. I will keep everyone posted.

Wishing you all a terrific and fun filled summer.

P.A.C.E. OF MIAMI - IOWA TESTING
Date: May 7th and 8th

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27th (or when we reach capacity)
P.A.C.E. of Miami will continue to administer the Survey format of the I.O.W.A. Test of Basic Skills for Grades 1-8; however, high school students will take the Core Battery format since the survey format is no longer available. The main difference between both formats is the length of the test. Parents will receive an Individual Profile Sheet with the student’s scores in percentile, stanine, and grade level equivalences. Neither the Survey nor the Core format is available for Kindergarten. As a result, this grade will take the Complete
Battery. If you have any concerns please feel free to contact our Testing Administrator, Carmen Dominguez at heavenbound1964@yahoo.com

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (February 13thth only): 2008-2009 P.A.C.E. students who are testing in grades 3 and up who tested with P.A.C.E. last year $15. All other 2008-2009 Enrichment families $20. After February 13th, the cost for P.A.C.E. families is $25. As of February 14th, Non-PACE families may register for ITBS Testing at PA.C.E. or via mail at a cost of $30.00 per student. Registration deadline is Friday, February 27th, or when we reach capacity. Grade appropriate sheets are available on the P.A.C.E. website at www.pacemiami.org.

We will be meeting at the park today. 1 pm - 3 pm.

Can’t wait to see everyone.

PATH Testing will take place on May 5th and 6th.

TESTING REGISTRATION DEADLINE is March 1, 2009.Complete and return the form, including payment, to the address on the form.

TESTING FEE will be $35 per student for P.A.T.H. members, $40 per student for non-members and $5.00 for comparison letters.

TEST RESULT COMPARISON LETTERS are available to those who tested last year with P.A.T.H. For an additional $5, a certified teacher will review the test results and write a letter stating that your child has demonstrated academic progress. This letter complies with state regulations and can be mailed to the county for the end-of-year requirement. (see payment information on registration form)

PRACTICE TESTS FOR THE ITBS:
Scoring High or Test Best are both great resources for preparing your student for the ITBS. You can purchase these at Get Smart or other online sources.

QUESTIONS should be directed to Katie Gonzalez at 305-595-6478 or by email at kgmiami@bellsouth.net

Rules for Testing:

• Students MUST arrive at WAYSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH, 7701 SW 98 Street, Miami. Gather in the CHAPEL no later than 9:45 am. Sit in the assigned grade level area. After instruction, students will be admitted to their testing rooms.
• Late students will miss the first session and will need to complete a make-up test at an additional $20 per session.
• Students MUST bring 2 or 3 sharpened #2 pencils and a small snack for each testing day.
• Students MUST dress properly for testing. Dress that includes offensive messages or a provocative nature will be addressed at the teacher’s discretion. Please be aware of what your child is wearing.
• Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated!! Students exhibiting behavior that in any way disrupts the necessary testing environment will be escorted out of the testing area. Make-ups will not be allowed for these students.
• Parents are not to linger around in the hallways and are expected to pick their children up on time.

Registration form can be obtained by clicking here.