November 14th, 2014
A Snapshot of EQAO Results Over A Two Year Period
Students performing at or above the provincial standard (levels 3 and 4):
| Grade 3 | 2012-13 Results | 2013-14 Results | Change over 2012-13 Results |
| Reading | 58 | 52 | -6% |
| Writing | 63 | 77 | +14% |
| Mathematics | 45 | 61 | +16% |
| Grade 6 | 2012-13 Results | 2013-14 Results | Change over 2012-13 Results |
| Reading | 75 | 73 | -2% |
| Writing | 62 | 80 | +18% |
| Mathematics | 28 | 40 | +12% |
As you can see, we have made double-digit gains in four out of six areas, thanks to the hard work of our students and staff. We note that we have stagnated somewhat in grade 3 and 6 Reading, and have a lot of work still to do in Mathematics for both grades. As a result, this year our School Identified SEF Indicator is:
Students are explicitly taught and regularly use self-assessment skills to monitor, improve and communicate their learning within the context of the Ontario curriculum and/or Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Our School Iprovement Plan will be focused on the following learning goals:
- Utilize Assessment for Learning to further students’ understanding of mathematical concepts – Grades 4 to 6
- Utilize Assessment for Learning to further students’ reading comprehension – Kindergarten to Grade 3
On PD Days, and other opportunities, staff will continue their personal professional development to improvement student achievement at Alpine. We thank you for your support and welcome your questions and comments.