April 11, 2024

Dear Families of Students in Grades 3-5,

Columbus Academy’s third-, fourth- and fifth-graders will take the ERB CTP-5 Standardized Test from May 6 to 10, 2024. All testing will be completed on iPads.

The purpose of the ERB CTP-5 is to assess student growth and performance at the time of testing. This enables us to identify strengths and areas needing attention at an individual and group level. CTP is considered a “low stakes” assessment intended to help faculty and administrators make decisions about curriculum and classroom instruction. Because of this, no test preparation material is available.

It is very important that your children are in school each day during the week of May 6-10. Each grade level will decide on its testing schedule, but tests will be given both in the mornings and afternoons. Please do not schedule any non-emergency medical or dental appointments during the school day during this entire week.

Here are a few tips to help ensure your children are ready for their testing days.

The night before each test…

1. Make sure your children go to bed on time so that they are well-rested.
2. Plan ahead to avoid any conflicts on the test dates.

The morning of the test…

1. Get up a few minutes early to avoid having to rush, and make sure your children arrive at school on time. It is very important that your children are on time for school each day during this week.
2. Have your children eat a nutritious breakfast each morning.

If you have any questions, please contact me.

Sincerely,

Mark L. Hansen

Head of Lower School