Rochelle School of the Arts is committed to doing “Whatever It Takes” to provide an enriched and rigorous curriculum through the arts and academics in a challenging environment.
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All students in grades 3-8 will participate in the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA). Testing will begin on April 6, 2020 and will follow the schedule posted below.
Your student will have an opportunity to participate in a practice session to become familiar with the item types and response formats he or she will see on the FSA assessments. If you or your student would like to review the materials, click here to access the paper-based practice tests and answer keys.
Please review the following policies with your student before testing:
- Electronic Devices—Students are not permitted to have any electronic devices, including, but not limited to, cell phones, smartphones, and smartwatches, at any time during testing or during breaks (e.g., restroom), even if the devices are turned off or students do not use them. If your student is found with an electronic device, his or her test will be invalidated.
- Calculators are not permitted during Grades 3–6 Mathematics tests.
- Testing Rules Acknowledgment—All FSA tests include a Testing Rules Acknowledgment printed in the student’s test and answer book that reads: “I understand the testing rules that were just read to me. If I do not follow these rules, my test score may be invalidated.” Prior to testing, test administrators read the rules to students, and students acknowledge that they understand the testing rules by signing below the statement in their test and answer book.
- Discussing Test Content after Testing—The last portion of the testing rules read to students before they sign below the Testing Rules Acknowledgment states: “Because the content in all statewide assessments is secure, you may not discuss or reveal details about the test items or passages after the test. This includes any type of electronic communication, such as texting, emailing, or posting online, for example, on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, or Instagram.” Please make sure your student understands that “discussing” test content includes any kind of electronic communication, such as texting, emailing, or posting to blogs or social media websites, etc. While students may not share information about secure test content after testing, this policy is not intended to prevent students from discussing their testing experiences with their parents/families.
- Working Independently—Students are responsible for doing their own work during the test and for protecting their answers from being seen by others. If students are caught cheating during testing, their tests will be invalidated. In addition, the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) employs Caveon Test Security to analyze student test results to detect unusually similar answer patterns. Student tests within a school that are found to have extremely similar answer patterns will be invalidated.
- Leaving Campus—If your student leaves campus before completing a test session (for lunch, an appointment or illness, etc.), he or she will not be allowed to return to that test session. If your student does not feel well on the day of testing, it may be best for him or her to wait and be tested on a make-up day. Please remember not to schedule appointments on testing days.
- Testing Accommodations—If your student has an Individual Education Plan (IEP), a Section 504 plan, or is an English Language Learner (ELL), please contact the school to discuss the testing accommodations that will be provided for your student.
If you have any questions related to this test administration, you may click here to email our Testing Coordinator, Heather Whiteside.
For more information about the FSA program, please click here to visit the FSA Portal.
Thank you for supporting your student and encouraging him or her to do his or her best during this test administration.
| 3rd Grade | ||
| April 6 & 7 | Reading | 80 minutes |
| May 10 & 11 | Math | 80 minutes |
| 4th Grade | ||
| April 6 | Writing | 120 minutes |
| May 3 & 4 | Reading | 80 minutes |
| May 10 & 11 | Math | 80 minutes |
| 5th Grade | ||
| April 6 | Writing | 120 minutes |
| May 3 & 4 | Reading | 80 minutes |
| May 10 & 11 | Math | 80 minutes |
| May 17 & 18 | Science | 80 minutes |
| 6th Grade | ||
| April 8 | Writin | 120 minutes |
| May 5 & 6 | Reading | 85 minutes |
| May 12 & 13 | Math | 60 minutes |
| 7th Grade | ||
| April 8 | Writing | 120 minutes |
| May 5 & 6 | Reading | 85 minutes |
| May 7 | Civics EOC | 160 minutes |
| May 10 & 11 | Algebra 1/ Geometry EOC | 90 minutes |
| May 12 & 13 | Math | Day 1 - 60 minutes Day 2 - 120 minutes |
| 8th Grade | ||
| April 8 | Writing | 120 minutes |
| May 5 & 6 | Reading | 85 minutes |
| May 7 | Civics EOC | 160 minutes |
| May 10 & 11 | Algebra 1/ Geometry EOC | 90 minutes |
| May 12 & 13 | Math | Day 1 - 60 minutes Day 2 - 120 minutes |
| May 18 | Science | 160 minutes |
Welcome to Rochelle School of the Arts! We are very excited that you chose our school to begin or continue your child's academics, social and arts journey. Click here and take a few minutes to watch this informational video presented by our principal, Mrs. Julie Ward. Should you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out by calling our school office at (863) 499-2810. And, if you haven't done so already, be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
Middle Schoolers - click here to watch an additional informational video from our middle school assistant principal, Mr. Brackman. In this video, he will walk you through how to complete your Middle School Registration form. Be sure to have it handy when you watch!
Parents...We Need You!
Rochelle has been fortunate to have a core group of volunteers serving our PTA and School for multiple years. We are so appreciative of the time, energy, and talents of these parents!
We are now seeking new parents to step in to support the school, lead small initiatives, or become new officers for the PTA for the 2021-22 school year. Helpers are needed to spearhead projects with short timeframes, like Picture Day, Fundraising Projects, and Book Fair. Officer positions include President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary.
Getting involved in a volunteer parent organization allows parents to work together and get to know the school on a different level. If this sparks your interest or you have questions, please contact Mrs. Mayes at Kimberlee.mayes@polk-fl.net. Call a friend and say, “Let’s do this together!” The school and the children will be the winners!
Harrison Bound!
8th grade students at Rochelle continue their high school years in many locations, but we are especially excited when the learning done at Rochelle in art programs inspires students to continue that focus at Harrison School of the Arts. Approximately 25% of our Rochelle 8th graders will be Harrison students next year! Congratulations to these students, with great thanks to their Arts Teachers at Rochelle for the guidance and support they lent during these years of preparation.
Spring Performances
We are working closely with each Art Department at Rochelle to find an appropriate time and method of performance and sharing for the work the students have done this year in their majors and mini-majors. There are multiple guidelines dictating the distancing of performers and audience members, but we are working diligently to provide these opportunities for students. We hope to have information on dates and events by early March – stay tuned!
Black History Month
February is Black History Month and there has been no shortage of celebration across our Rochelle campus. Students have been involved in various activities to learn more about important African American people and events. Be sure to visit our Facebook page @RochelleSOTALakeland for more photos.
What's Ahead
- March 10 – Early Dismissal and NJHS Sports Drink sales
- March 19 – End of the 3rd 9 weeks
- March 22-26 – Spring Break
- April 2 – School Holiday
Rochelle Updates
At the start of the second semester, 80% of our students have returned to Campus Learning. We are continuing with all safety protocols and are taking all precautions possible to keep all students and staff healthy. The support of families is invaluable during this year!
While our first priority is health and safety, we are also emphasizing the academic and artistic learning experiences for our students. The teachers have worked diligently to support students who may have had gaps in their prior year learning following the last quarter of the 19-20 school year’s quarantine period. The grade level expectations for this school year are prioritized and we are pacing the learning for the remainder of this year.
FSA Testing Windows
(details on specific dates as the time gets closer)
- April 5-6 3rd grade ELA
- April 6 4th-6th grade Writing
- April 7 7th & 8th grade Writing
- May 3-18 3rd-8th grades FSA ELA, Math
5th & 8th grade FSA Science
Algebra 1, Geometry, and Civics End-of-Course exams
Spring Picture Day is Feb. 5th
All students should wear a collared school shirt or a school spirit shirt.
Campus Elementary Students will receive a pre-order flyer and can select a background and pay by check in advance (see pre-order form), or a proof sheet will be provided after picture day and families can order online with Lifetouch. Campus students who were not on Campus for the fall pictures will have a photo taken for the yearbook.
Campus Middle School Students
Only students who were not on Campus for fall pictures will have a photo taken for the yearbook.
e-Learners - elementary and middle school
- Students can come to the school between 11am – 1pm on Friday, Feb. 5
- Pull into the curved bus ramp, drop the student off in front of the theater (wear a mask), check-in at table, and enter the theater for photo.
- Parents will receive a flyer to pre-order via check on Feb. 5th, or a proof sheet will be provided following picture day that can be used to order online.
- Elementary eTeachers will also be present to provide important materials to families.
- Class schedules will be adjusted from 10:30am – 1:30pm to allow for travel to the campus.
What's Ahead
- Feb. 3rd - Early Release
- Feb. 5th - Report Cards go home; Spring Picture Day; Crossing Guard Appreciation Day - say "Thanks" and wave to our guards as you pass by!
- Feb. 12th - first Magnet School Lottery notices for 21-22distributed from district office
- Feb. 15th - President’s Day – school holiday
- Feb. 24th - Interim Reports for 3rd 9 weeks
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