PSSA Testing in April

Students in the 8th grade will be taking state PSSA tests this school year.        

PSSA TESTING:

April 11, 12, 14 & 15 - PSSA English-Language Arts 8-11AM
April 19, 20, & 21 - PSSA Mathematics 8-11AM
April 28 & 29 PSSA Science 9:45-11:20 AM
 

Read more about PSSA Testing in the 8th grade from our blog.  

ABSENCES FROM SCHOOL ON TEST DAYS

Avoid scheduling doctor appointments, vacations or other out-of-school activities during testing times. Participation in PSSA 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 missed.

Of course, if students are genuinely ill, they should stay at home and take the necessary time off to get well. Students will perform better on a test if they are healthy.

Students should read and review the Code of Conduct for Test Takers prior to starting the PSSA tests.

March Conferences

Needs-Based March Parent Conferences

The March parent-teacher conferences are needs-based. If you need to speak with the 8th grade team, we can send you a conference invitation by emailing Doug Haskins, dhaskins@avonworth.k12.pa.us.

Come to Maker Night!

On March 9 from 5 - 7 PM, the library will host a Maker Night. All parents and students are welcome to attend! We will have a chance for people to use the Maker Space equipment (an Epilog laser engraver and a Mojo 3D printer) as well as other equipment and supplies for projects and activities. 

There will be a chance to participate in an activity if you are new to making (or just want to check out a fun project) or if you already have a great idea and just need time, space and materials we will be happy to provide that as well! 

Drop ins are welcome! 

If you'd like to RSVP to confirm your spot or you have a question about Maker Night, please contact ehickman@avonworth.k12.pa.us.

Science Homework This Week (2/16-2/19)

Email sent to students 2/16/16:

Dear Students,

Below you will find the links to the homework for the rest of the week (2/16-2/19). Be sure to prepare for the last quiz which will be on Monday, 2/22/16.

DAY	Assignments
Tuesday Night	Reading activity pages 485-495 due Wednesday
Wednesday Night	Video: Archimedes’ Principle
Thursday Night	Video: Boyle's Law  Worksheet:  F11 Properties of Fluids due Friday
Friday – Sunday	Video: Charles’s Law Principle   Worksheet:  F11 Properties of Fluids due Friday  Study for Quiz: Study Guide

See you in class.

Sincerely,

Mr. Haskins

Important Dates

Thursday, March 3 - Spring Field Trip Form Due

Friday, March 4 - AMS Semi-formal

Wednesday, March 10 - Court House Field Trip 1

Friday, March 11 - No School/Previously Held Parent-Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, March 16 - Court House Field Trip 2

Wednesday, March 16 - End of Third Grading Period

Thursday, March 17 - Court House Field Trip 3

Monday, March 21 - Monday, March 28  - No School/Spring Vacation

Tuesday, March 22 - Report Cards
Tuesday, March 29 - Schools in session

SPRING GRADE 8 CONFERENCES