Important Information About Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test
The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test is a mandatory diploma requirement for graduation in Ontario. Administered by EQAO, it assesses literacy skills based on Grade 9 expectations in reading, writing, and test-taking. Students must pass this standardized test to graduate.
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The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test What You Need to Know!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION APRIL 10TH, 2018 Arrive to school: 8:25 AM Test Begins: 8:45 WRITING ROOMS WILL BE POSTED OUTSIDE THE MAIN OFFICE AND THE LIBRARY
What is it again? A diploma requirement Need to successfully pass the test to graduate Standardized Test Administered by EQAO Demonstrates literacy Based on expectations in all subject areas of Grade 9 Reading Writing Test-taking skills
When is it? Tuesday, April 10th2018 Every Grade 10 student in Ontario (and any Gr. 11 or 12 student who has not successfully completed the test) writes it that day. If you miss it for any reason, you will be marked unsuccessful and must write it next year do NOT miss it 4
Whats NEW this year EQAO indicates all students who are writing the test can access extra time At Langstaff, this means up to double time (150 minutes) per booklet Once you have completed Booklet #1 please proceed to the cafeteria Once you have completed Booklet #2 and survey you may leave
How does the testing work? Go to your test room BE THERE NO LATER THAN 8:45! Find your name on the individual post-it note on each desk and sit there DO NOT open any packages!! Put all bags and belongings at front of class Phones OFF and in your bags Announcement to start instructions. Follow instructions from teacher exactly they will include: Open package only when teacher tells you to. Check EQAO numbers and pages. Place Question Booklet 2 and Answer Booklet 2 on the top corner of desk facedown.
Question & Answer Booklets 1 Announcement to start test 75 minutes for Booklet 1 You cannot have any assistance Answer all questions in the answer booklet. Any work done in the question booklet will not be marked. Watch the time and pace yourself Watch for instructions (paragraph, essay format, use the space provided, etc.) and key words. If you require time beyond 75 minutes, you will get up to an extra 75 minutes max. Teachers collect Question & Answer Booklets 1 Break
OSSLT LUNCH/BREAK ROOM Once finished booklet one, you will proceed to the cafeteria for snacks and lunch You may bring your belongings with you The caf will be set up with activities and space to review for booklet #2 You should also plan to bring other work to do, if you so choose 8
Break Expectations Stay in the cafeteria Juice/water & a light snack is provided. Bring your OWN lunch as cafeteria food is not available
Question & Answer Booklets 2 Return to classroom at 11:40 after break Instructions for Booklets 2 remember to use the Answer Booklet; any work done in the Question Booklet will not be marked 75 minutes for Booklet 2 Again, you may stay for up to 75 minutes of extra time, if needed Teachers to collect Booklet 2 Wait until teacher releases you to leave school Once finished, you MUST leave the school
Schedule Time Schedule Arrive to school and proceed to your designated classroom Booklet 1 Begins (75 minutes) 8:30 8:45 10:00 11:15 Snack/Break OR Extra Time 11:15- 11:35 LUNCH all students Booklet 2 Begins (75 minutes) **Complete survey once finished** Extra Time if needed 11:40 12:55- 2:10
Accommodations Some students get other accommodations and use of a computer. These students have already been or will soon be notified regarding what accommodations they will receive.
Whats on it? Materials just like the Prep sessions you will work on and/or in the After-school Literacy classes. Sample tests from previous years are on the EQAO web site (www.eqao.com).
Whats on it? AND Work in all of your classes for the past 2 years Information text News report Graphic text Multiple choice Short answer Open response questions (your opinion supported by well-developed arguments)
Whats on it? Focus on writing skills: Developing a main idea with sufficient supporting details Organizing information and ideas in a coherent manner Using conventions (spelling, grammar, punctuation) in a manner that does not distract from clear communication
What do I bring with me? Blue or Black pen (preferred) Pencil and eraser Highlighter (optional) Your lunch for the day
WHAT NOT TO BRING You may NOT bring or wear any electronic devices to the writing of the test NOTE: this includes devices such as Apple watches
When do I get the results? Usually early in June Letter from EQAO that tells you if you passed
Litz Blitz Sessions begin tomorrow
Literacy Blitz Packages Pick up a package on the way out the door. Keep it in your bag for the next two weeks so that it is readily available when there is a lesson scheduled in your class.
Remember! Read and follow the instructions Get a good night s sleep the night before the test Do your very best work! See Ms. McLoughlin (Rm 151) if you have any questions.
Good Luck on Tuesday, April 10th!
