Assessments, Screening and Testing
The use of assessments, screening and testing help
to evaluate student progress toward age-appropriate learning goals in an
atmosphere that fosters growth, promotes positive self-esteem and maintains the
integrity of the Montessori program. The
Montessori School of Maui uses several assessment tools including individual
standardized testing and formal and informal screenings. Parents and/or teachers may request a
screening for a child. None of the
assessments or screenings that are provided by the school are diagnostic. Parents will be informed if an assessment
provided for a child indicates the possibility for concern and will be asked to
schedule a conference with the teacher and/or the Head of School. Parents who seek outside services for their
child are expected to keep the school informed by providing copies of
assessments, screenings and/or testing results to the teacher for your child’s
file. Children who are or have been
identified as learning challenged may be provided with a Student Educational
Plan upon request by the parents.
These are examples of productive reasons for
assessments:
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To
determine progression on developmental achievements
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To detect
special needs, learning and teaching challenges
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To assist
with curriculum, instructional and placement decisions
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To help a
child assess their own progress
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To
identify and understand student learning styles
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To monitor
educational trends