Students in Grade 8 will take PSSA tests in April and Keystone Algebra Exams May. The 8th
Grade Team will post more information to the AMS 8 Blog in early 2016.
Below are the testing windows published by the PA Dept of Education. During these time periods, students will be completing each of the required 8th grade PSSA subject tests.
ABSENCES FROM SCHOOL ON TEST DAYS
Avoid scheduling doctor appointments, vacations or other
out-of-school activities during testing times. Participation in PSSA/Keystone exams is a state
requirement.
Making up tests pulls students from their regular classes. As a
result, they will miss valuable class time. It will be students' responsibility
to make up any classwork you miss.
Of course, if students are genuinely ill, please stay at home
and take the necessary time off to get well. Students will perform better on a test
if they are healthy.
