Final Exams Bulletin: Grade 6-9 Exam Schedule

The writing of final and PAT examinations is fast approaching. Students should be studying and preparing for their exams, allowing them to finish the school year with their very best effort.  Here is some information to help prepare your child(ren) for these upcoming exams.

Grade 6 Exams

Students are expected to arrive at school for regular school hours and exams will be administered in the morning. Students will be returning to regular class schedules following exams.

Grade 7, 8, and 9 Exams

Students are expected to arrive at school for regular school hours and exams will be administered in the morning, with programming provided in the afternoon to prepare for the following day’s exam. Please note that on Wednesday, June 19 students will be writing their Math Part A exam during period 1 and 2 only.  The remainder of the day will be regularly scheduled classes following the Math Part A exam.

The last day of regularly scheduled classes for junior high students will be Friday, June 21. Beginning Monday, June 24 an alternative timetable will be established for junior high students.

Students will report to their homerooms for attendance and morning announcements prior to writing their exams. During the examination week there will be study sessions hosted by teachers during the afternoon, for students to prepare for further exams. This time can also be used to complete option course projects and any other outstanding assignments.

Information regarding classroom assignments for exam writing and review sessions will be shared with students prior to the first exam.

Please see the schedule below for these afternoon review days:

Important information for parents and students:

1. Students are encouraged to bring water and a healthy snack to their exams. Snacks need to be pre-cut and in packaging that will not make noise when students have their snack, as we do not want to cause any distraction during the exam.
2. Students need to bring all the necessary materials to each exam, including calculators. Calculators will be needed for both Math Part B and Science exams. Calculators will not by provided by teachers and cannot be shared.
3. Cell phones and electronic devices are not permitted in the classroom for any exam. Please remind your child to leave these devices at home.
4. Student will be returning their textbooks the morning of each exam.