Hi Everyone, Just a few reminders and some information for the week. On Entry Testing Over the next few weeks Julie Birch and I will be conducting the On-entry assessment program with our classes. The assessment is conducted in a one-on-one situation and is completed with all Pre primary students in West Australian schools. What is the purpose of the program? The main purpose of the On-entry Assessment Program is to provide teachers with information about the skills and understandings that a child brings to school. Conducting this assessment early in the year ensures that your child’s teacher has information about the current skills and understandings of each child to assist in the planning and development of targeted learning programs that address the needs of each individual and identify children who may require early intervention or extension. This approach is supported by national and international research into the early identification of students’ literacy and numeracy skil