M-STEP
M-STEP testing is upon us!
Each grade has 4 weeks to complete their testing. 5th and 8th grades take tests in ELA, Math, Social Studies and Science this year. The 6th and 7th grades take tests in ELA and Math. The testing windows are:
5th and 8th grade:
April 9-May 4
6th and 7th grade:
April 30-May 25
Scores will be released in the fall. See the resources below for more information regarding the M-STEP.
Below are links to resources for parents about the M-STEP:
About the M-STEP
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/2017_MI_Assessment_System_-_What_it_is_What_it_means_What_it_offers_jl_555024_7.pdf
How Parents can help their child prepare for the M-STEP
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/Student_Testing-What_Parents_Can_Do_to_Help_Students_Prepare_3.17.17_jl_555039_7.pdf
Career Cruising
7th and 8th grade students have finished Career Cruising in their Social Studies classes. Students can access their Educational Development Plans (EDPs) at anytime through the website.
Website:
www.careercruising.com
Login:
Username: RIC-(your 7 digit student ID number)
Password: your 8 digit birthday with ALL zeroes
Study Skills
Article on Study Skills from Great Schools
General Study Skills
Learning Styles Quiz - Find out your learning style!
Tips for Studying according to your Learning Style
Tutoring Info
RHS National Honor Society (NHS) Tutors - FREE
Tutoring Website Michigan E-Library
NWEA Resources
NWEA tests give great information about what our students are ready to learn right now! Below are some links to resources you can use at home that gives targeted practice in the subject of choice according to RIT score. If you don't know your RIT score, contact Mrs. May.
For more information about the NWEA test, check out their website! Click here to go there now.
Khan Academy Resources
https://www.khanacademy.org/
Grades 2-5
Grades 6-12
Testing Tips!
Smart test takers begin reviewing early!
1. Look over your notes and worksheets
2. Review your previous tests and quizzes and especially focus on making sure you've re-learned anything you may have missed the first time
3. Use strategies that fit your learning style
4. Review a little each day - this keeps the information fresh in your mind and you don't get stressed from trying to cram it all in your brain last minute