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    AR

     

    Mt. Carmel Elementary School

    Every student at Mt. Carmel Elementary School is expected to read for at least 15 minutes every night and take at least 1 AR test per week. Students are expected to strive to meet their AR goal listed by grade level below. In order for students to meet their AR goal they must read on their independent reading level and maintain at least an 80% average. Following these guidelines will prepare students for state standardized tests and follows the HCS teaching and learning standards.

    Grade Level

    Goal (End of Year)

    Kindergarten

    35 points

    First Grade

    50 points

    Second Grade

    60 points

    Third Grade

    70 points

    Fourth Grade

    80 points

    Fifth Grade

    90 points

     

     

     

    Students will attend a celebration at the end of every nine weeks for meeting their AR 9 week goal.

    Grade Level

    Goals

    Kindergarten

      

    9 points each 9 weeks and an 80% or better average
     

    First Grade
     
    12 points each 9 weeks and an 80% or better average 
     
     
     

    Second Grade
     15 points each 9 weeks and an 80% or better average

     

     

    Third Grade

     

    18 points each 9 weeks and an 80% or better average

    Fourth Grade

     

    20 points each 9 weeks or an 80% or better average

    Fifth Grade

     

     23 points each 9 weeks and an 80% or better average

     

     

     

     

    All students achieving their reading goal will attend the AR party in May.

    AR Test Taking Guidelines:
    • Students may only take quizzes on books they have read, had read to them by a parent or guardian, or read with a parent or guardian. 
    • Students may not take a quiz on a book that has been made into a movie, video, or television show unless they have also read the book.
    • Students may not take quizzes for other students.
    • Students may not discuss AR questions or answers with other students.
    • Students must not reveal their password to anyone other than an adult.
    Consequences

    First Time Offense

    AR tests will be deleted and the student's teacher will be notified. 

     
    Second Offense:
     
    Offending students will not receive recognition or rewards for AR.

    Parents will be notified.

    Handbook guidelines for cheating will be followed.

    Teacher Notes:

    Mrs. Freeman will check classroom reports every 9 weeks and email teachers the names of students who have met their goals for the 9 week period. In order for students to meet their goal, they must have at least an 80% average.

      

     
Last Modified on May 21, 2024