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Notes from the Principal March 30, 2012
Dear St. Mary School Families,
This Sunday, Palm Sunday, begins our Holy Week celebration. During this week we mark the entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem; the institution of the Eucharist; and, the arrest, trial, crucifixion, death and burial of Jesus Christ. We know the end of the story – On the third day, Jesus rose from the grave. Jesus did this for us because we are loved – unconditionally and completely. Jesus had heard the voice of the Father telling him, “You are my beloved Son. On you my favor rests.” That voice made it possible for Jesus to walk in the world, to live in truth, and also to suffer. He knew who he was, he claimed it, and he lived from it. People ruined his life, rejected him, hurt him, spat on him, and finally killed him on the cross, but he never lost the truth. He lived his pain as well as his joy under the blessing of the Father. And later he said, “As the Father has loved me, I love you.” Let us remember we are beloved children of God.
Testing
We begin our annual New York State Testing Program for grades 3-5 in mid-April. The English Language Arts Test is scheduled for April 17-April 19 and the Mathematics Test is scheduled for April 25-27. The purpose of these assessments is to determine your child’s level of achievement in meeting the New York State Learning Standards. The NYS Education Department has established four levels of achievement. Students who score below the State-designated performance level will be provided with academic intervention services next year.
Our classroom teachers have been giving students practice materials to acquaint them with the test format. You can assist your child by encouraging adequate sleep the night before each test section and providing a good breakfast prior to school. Please remind your child to give the test his/her best effort.
Spring Calendar
May our God continue to bless you throughout this Holy Week and Easter Season!
Sincerely,
Michele Lezon, Principal
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