Spring 2026 New Jersey Student Learning Assessments- Adaptive (NJSLA-A) - Information Letter

Sep 30, 2026

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Spring 2026 New Jersey Student Learning Assessments–Adaptive (NJSLA-A) information for Cresskill Middle/High School families outlines the purpose of statewide testing and explains how the adaptive ELA and math assessments work. The letter details the adjusted testing schedule for May 18–20, including reporting times, the testing window, and expectations for students not testing. It also specifies required materials such as wired 3.5mm headphones for ELA and Text to Speech, restrictions on electronic devices, and resources for practice and FAQs.

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Purpose of Statewide Assessments

About the ELA and Math Tests (NJGPA-A and NJSLA-A)

Testing Schedule

CRESSKILLMIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL 1 Lincoln Drive Cresskill,NJ 07626(201)227-7791 March 2026 Dear Parents and Families, As part of the Cresskill Elementary School's commitment to ensuring a comprehensive educationalexperience forall students,we would like to inform you of the upcoming Spring 2026 New Jersey StudentLearning Assessments-Adaptive(NJSLA-A).The NJSLA-Ais New Jersey's updated platform for measuringstudent learning,supporting instructional improvement,and meeting State and federal assessmentrequirements. # Purpose of Statewide Assessments Students take different kinds of tests during the school year,and each type oftest serves a differentpurpose.New Jersey's statewide assessments are one important way to show families and communitieshow well students,schools,and districts are meeting the New Jersey Student Learning Standards,whichdescribe what students should know and be able to do at each grade level. These results provide schools with valuable insight into students'progress and help educators refineinstruction when needed to strengthen learning.They allow teachers and schoolleaders to see howstudents grow from year to year,andto ensure all students have access to strong,grade-levelinstruction.This information also helps districts confirm their curriculum matches the state standards.Overall,statewide tests give families and schools an understanding of how students are growing and wheresupport may be needed so every child can succeed. # About the ELA and Math Tests (NJGPA-A and NJSLA-A) This spring,for the first time,statewide tests in English and math will be computer-adaptive.As your childanswers questions,the test adjusts in real time.If a question is answered correctly,the next one may beslightly more challenging.If your child struggles,the test may provide a question that is less difficult.Thishelps the assessment“zero in”on your child's understanding more precisely. Every student receives a different mix of questions,but all questions are reviewed together to measurethe same grade-level standards and skills.Adaptive tests do not change what students are expected toknow;they simply help measure those skills more accurately. CRESSKILLMIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL 1 Lincoln Drive Cresskill,NJ 07626(201)227-7791 # Testing Schedule There willbe THREE days in which all students will follow a modified testing schedule:May 18,May 19,and May 20.High school students taking tests on these days will report at the usual time of7:50am andMiddle School students will report at 8:30am.Testing will take place during the window of 7:50am-10:54am.Students not testing those days will arrive at school and follow a modified schedule forthe day.High School students will arrive by9:50am and Middle School students will arrive by 10:23am.Grade 8 Science testing will take place on April 27 and April 28 during regular schoolhours.This newschedule was created in hopes to reduce the interruption to classes and regular instruction. Wired headphones (with 3.5mm jack)are required for ELA testing and for students with Text to Speechfunctions. ·Student schedules will be posted on grade specific Google Classroom pages and around theschool building. o Checkyour child's testing time and ifthey need to come in on those modified testingschedule days. o Students must stay for the duration of the testing period. ·Students should bring pencils,headphones,and a leisurely reading book for testing.No othermaterials are needed.Cell phones and electronic devices are not permitted during testing. ● Students in grade ll are taking only Science(exempt from Alg1,Alg2,or Geometry). ● 6th grade students in Algebra I must take the Algebra I and Math grade 6 assessments. Please ensure that your childis present on the testing days and arrives on time.However,if your childisabsent,make-up sessions will be completed upon your child's return to school.If you have any questionsor concerns about the upcoming assessments,please don't hesitate to re

FAQs

What is the purpose of the statewide assessments in New Jersey?

Statewide assessments show how well students, schools, and districts meet the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and provide insight into student progress. They also help educators refine instruction and confirm curriculum alignment with state standards.

How do the adaptive ELA and math tests work?

The tests are computer-adaptive. As students answer, the next question adjusts in real time based on correctness to measure grade-level skills more precisely.

What are the key requirements and schedule expectations for the May 18–20 testing days?

Students follow a modified schedule on May 18, May 19, and May 20, with testing occurring in the 7:50am–10:54am window. Wired 3.5mm headphones are required for ELA testing (including Text to Speech), students must stay for the full testing period, and cell phones/electronic devices are not permitted during testing.

Sep 30, 2026

Uploaded by Eliana