April 2018 Dear Parent(s): The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) performance based assessment will be administered to our students from April 24, 2018 – May 2, 2018. All students will test in the morning. This test will help determine your child’s content knowledge and key skills in language arts literacy and mathematics. The PARCC is a mandated state test for public school students. It is designed to provide information about how well students are achieving in the areas required by New Jersey Student Learning Standards. There are parts of the … [Read more...] about PARCC Testing
Fifth Grade Culture Fair
Pierrepont School fifth graders hosted the first annual Culture Fair. The project was a wonderful opportunity for our students to research, present, and appreciate different cultures from around the world. … [Read more...] about Fifth Grade Culture Fair
Hopping into Spring at Pierrepont School
Happy Spring! I know that we are all looking forward to some sunshine and warm weather. PARCC assessments will take place from April 24- May 2. All students will test during the morning sessions. Make up testing will take place as needed beginning May 3rd. It is important that all students arrive to school on time, bring wired headphones with them, and that 6th graders bring their Chromebooks fully charged. Thank you to our PTA for planning a successful social on March 16. The fifth graders in attendance had a wonderful time! Quarter 3 ends on April 4. Final quarter grades will be … [Read more...] about Hopping into Spring at Pierrepont School
Sixth Grade Career Day
Pierrepont School GuidanceCounselor, Mr. Siskas, organized a career day for our sixth grade. Each student got to select two different sessions at attend. We were so lucky to have a wonderful range of speakers from various fields such as software engineering, architecture, civil engineering, acting, aviation, photography, barber, law enforcement, and various medical fields. Thank you to our amazing presenters for giving our sixth graders an enriching day. … [Read more...] about Sixth Grade Career Day
Pierrepont School’s 2nd Annual Literacy Fair
Pierrepont students got excited about reading by sharing one of their favorite books with the rest of the school during the Literacy Fair, which took place during the week of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. In the project, they demonstrated their knowledge of the parts of a book and the components of a story. They were also able to show off their artistic side by presenting it on a storyboard with three-dimensional elements. Annie Hsu - 1st Place Overall Audrey Segedin - 2nd Place Overall Isabella Zelaya … [Read more...] about Pierrepont School’s 2nd Annual Literacy Fair