Math Facts

Due to the new Common Core state standards that Wisconsin adopted and we are now teaching from, the math facts fluency cut-offs have changed.  They are MUCH tougher than they used to be.  This affects everyone - K-5, not just 3rd grade.  I put together some graphs for the kids to see their progress.

Keep practicing those addition, subtraction and multiplication facts at home!

MAP testing

The kids did a great job with their first round of MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) testing in the computer lab.  They took one reading test and one math test.  Their scores will be sent home once they are finalized by the company.

I was very impressed by how seriously the kids took the test, how quiet and well behaved they are after finishing and the scores they achieved!  I can't wait to see the gains they make when they take the next round in January!