Message to Parents about PARCC Field Test

 Posted by on February 28, 2014
Feb 282014
 

Quincy Public Schools will be participating in the PARCC Field Tests this Spring in twelve (12) schools that were randomly selected.  Classrooms of students in grades 3 – 11 at PARCC Field Test schools were also randomly selected to participate.

PARCC is a new student assessment system designed to assess the Common Core Standards in a comprehensive way through computerized and paper and pencil tests.  Two different PARCC Field Tests are scheduled: the PARCC Performance Based Assessment and the PARCC End-of-Year Assessment. The PARCC Field Tests are being administered so that the test designers can review the quality of the items.  The Spring 2014 Field Tests will provide Quincy students and educators with the opportunity to experience the new features built into next-generation assessments.

Students selected to participate in the PARCC Field Test will still be required to take the MCAS test.  These students, their school and their parents/guardians will receive MCAS results.   No PARCC test results will be made available.

Schools participating in the PARCC Performance Based Assessment during March 24 to April 11, 2014 include:

    School

Grade/ Course

Subject

Classes per grade
Clifford H Marshall Elementary

4

Math

2
Francis W Parker

5

ELA

2
Montclair

3

ELA

2
Atlantic Middle

6

ELA

2
Broad Meadows Middle

7

Math

2
Central Middle

6

ELA

2
Central Middle

7

ELA

2
Point Webster Middle

5

Math

2
Reay E Sterling Middle

7

ELA

2
North Quincy High

Algebra II

Math

2

 

Parents of students in classes randomly selected to participate in the PARCC Performance Based Assessment will receive a letter in the mail by March 8, 2014 providing dates of test administration.

Schools participating in the PARCC End-of-Year Assessment during May 5 to June 6, 2014 include:

    School

Grade/ Course

Subject

Classes per grade
Atherton Hough

5

Math

2
Lincoln-Hancock Community School

4

ELA

2
Atlantic Middle

6

ELA

2
Broad Meadows Middle

7

Math

2
Point Webster Middle

6

Math

2
North Quincy High

10

ELA

2
Quincy High

Algebra I

Math

2
Quincy High

11

ELA

4

 

Parents of students in classes randomly selected to participate in the PARCC End-of-Year Assessment will receive a letter in the mail in April providing dates of test administration.

Resources about the PARCC and next generation assessments are available on the website:

http://www.doe.mass.edu/parcc/

 

 

 

Announcement from Superintendent DeCristofaro

 Posted by on February 24, 2014
Feb 242014
 

At a staff meeting this afternoon, Central Middle School Principal Jennifer Fay-Beers will announce to the school’s staff that she has accepted the position of Assistant Superintendent of the Braintree Public Schools, effective July 1, 2014.  Just prior to the staff meeting, Principal Fay-Beers will send out an Instant Alert to all Central Middle School families informing them of this news.

Over the course of the spring, Principal Fay-Beers and Assistant Principal Rick DeCristofaro will work together to support the staff and students as they focus on meeting academic goals, host the first Science Fair and school play in the new building, and conclude the school year by celebrating the class of 2014 as they move on to begin their high school careers.

Please see below for the text of Principal Fay-Beers’ message to Central Middle School families:

Dear Central Families,

This year marks my twenty-first year as an educator in the Quincy Public Schools.  As a principal, parent, and former student, I am immensely proud of our school system.  Therefore, it is bittersweet that I share the news that I have accepted the position of Assistant Superintendent of Braintree Public Schools, effective July 1.

For the remainder of the school year, Central Middle School will continue to be my top priority.  I look forward to working with our amazing team of educators and families at Central as we finish out our first year in the new school.

It is my honor and privilege to serve the families of Quincy.  I appreciate the support and guidance I have received throughout my career from colleagues, families, the Superintendent and his leadership team, Mayor Koch, and the School Committee.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Fay-Beers

Winter Session 2014

 Posted by on February 14, 2014
Feb 142014
 

Beginning Monday, February 24th students from both Quincy High School and North Quincy High School will be taking advantage of the Winter Session 2014 course offerings. With SAT Prep, ELL MCAS Prep, AccuPlacer Math Prep, and Credit Recovery Courses being offered, there is something for everybody in the QPS high schools. If you’re interested click here to view the flyer, or contact Bill Reardon (QHS) and Susan DeCoste (NQHS) to learn more.

Superintendent’s Annual Plan Mid-Cycle Review

 Posted by on February 13, 2014
Feb 132014
 

SAP Mid-Cycle ReviewAt the Wednesday, February 12 School Committee Meeting, Superintendent DeCristofaro presented his mid-year review of progress towards attainment of five district-level goals approved by School Committee on October 9, 2013. 

The presentation outlines the benchmarks for each goal and the anticipated action steps.  For each action step, examples of evidence of achievement are also shared.  The achievements documented in this presentation represent the work of all members of the Quincy Public Schools staff, in their individual school buildings, on site and district level teams, and the collaboration of the principals and leadership team.   Click here or on the image to access the Superintendent’s presentation. 

The School Committee meeting will be re-broadcast on Channel 22 at 7:00 pm on February 13, 2014 and at noon and 7:00 pm from February 14 through 19, 2014.

New Quincy Rowing Center Announcement

 Posted by on February 11, 2014
Feb 112014
 

On Monday, February 10 at Cashman Marine headquarters, Mayor Thomas Koch announced the dedication of a former United States Coast Guard boathouse as the new Quincy Rowing Center.  The USCG boathouse has been generously donated by Jay Cashman of Cashman Marine located in Quincy.   After restoration, the boathouse will be installed at the Mound St. Beach on the Town River and will service the Quincy/North Quincy High School cooperative varsity rowing program and recreational aquatic activities for Quincy residents.

Updated 2013-2014 School Year Calendar

 Posted by on February 7, 2014
Feb 072014
 

 

 

Click on the image to see the revised 2013-2014 School Year calendar, updated to reflect the most recent snow day cancellation.  The last day of school is now scheduled to be Monday, June 23, an early dismissal day for elementary and middle school students.

2014-2015 School Year Calendar

 Posted by on February 4, 2014
Feb 042014
 

At the January 22, 2014 School Committee meeting, the calendar for the 2014-2015 school year was approved.  The first day of school for the new school year will be Wednesday, September 3 and the last day of school is projected to be Tuesday, June 16.   Click here for the approved calendar.