Provincial Achievement Test Part A - Thursday, May 9

Thursday, May 9 is the first Provincial Achievement Test (ELA Part A).  This test consists of two parts (a narrative or essay as well as a functional writing task (business letter).

There is no early dismissal on this day.  Regular classes are in session for grade nine students.

Students will write their exam in their homeroom classroom, and all students have access to a computer workstation.  Seating is pre-determined and students must sit in their assigned location. No electronics (other than the provided computer) are permitted in the exam room; students are asked to leave cell phones/ipods in their lockers prior to entering their exam location.

A water bottle and healthy snack are permitted, and students are encouraged to bring a reading book for when they are finished.  Once the exam has started, students will not be able to leave the room to access these.