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Testing, Tutoring, and SOL Information

In support of our school division's efforts to focus on high achievement and continuous improvement, Salem Middle School has a number of programs in place to improve student performance on the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) to maintain our status as Fully Accredited.

Independent Reading for Students:
Homework Hotline:
For students reading several levels below grade level, a Reading Specialist provides small group intensive assistance with reading comprehension skills. Students are identified for this group based on state and national test scores and exit the program only after attaining a specific benchmark score on a formal assessment offered at the close of each semester. This program is offered during the elective/exploratory period.

Homework Hotline:
Students who encounter difficulty on a homework assignment in the core areas may phone Homework Hotline where certified teachers will "talk" students through difficulties over the phone. Homework Hotline is also available for parents to call.
SOL Tutoring:
A.M. Homework Center and
Math Readness Center:  
An SOL tutoring program has been established for students who would benefit from remediation in the core areas of social studies, mathematics, English, and science. Tutoring is available by application on Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. with a focus on a different subject area each day. Students in grades 6,7, and 8 who have failed one or more SOL tests or who are at risk of failing SOL tests are eligible to participate.  Each school day from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. in the cafeteria, students may arrive to school early to study, read, or complete homework. Students who have encountered difficulty with a mathematics concept or with homework from the night before may attend the Math Readiness Center to receive direct assistance from mathematics teachers.
In addition, the National Junior Honor Society offers peer tutoring in all subjects each Wednesday from 8:20 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. in the cafeteria.
SOL Lab (Core Remediation):  
SOL Previously Released Test, Tutoring and Review sites:

Certain students who experience insufficient academic progress identified through national and state test scores are eligible to work with their core teachers who will provide remediation and enrichment as an extension of classroom activities. This will occur during one of the child's elective/exploratory periods.

Testing Language (link)

These are examples of the test language
and their definitions used in the
development of tests such as the
SOLs and the Stanford 10.


SOL TESTING PRACTICE TESTS

SOL ePAT Practice Tests (previously released tests) Make sure you install the ePAT launcher FIRST!!!
Pearson ePAT Access
When you select the test you wish to download, it gives you the choice of saving it or running it. Follow the instructions on screen for the install.
EITHER choice will save to your hard drive (C:) under:
Start --> All Programs --> PEM

And a site you can download prior SOL Tests from is the Virginia Department of Education

Science & Math SOL Review Tests:
Jefferson Labs





Your child's core teachers are in the best position to assist you and your child with academic concerns. Teachers welcome regular contact with the home. You are encouraged to phone teachers at school. They will return your calls during regular school hours or will gladly schedule a conference as needed

Contact our
School Improvement Specialist,
Ms. Aucamp , to discuss options
for your child.

Testing Schedules:

VBCPS 2007-2008 Testing Schedule

SMS Testing Schedule 2008

 
 
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