Spring-NJSLA-Parent-Testing-Dates-Info-April-2026

Sep 30, 2026

Uploaded by Himbo

Annual NJSLA testing schedule information for parents and guardians of 3rd and 4th grade students, describing the May 2026 assessment window across three days with one subject tested per day. Includes a week-by-week calendar for Reading, Writing, and Math and emphasizes arriving no later than 8:00 AM for breakfast and readiness at the start time. Points families to video and slide resources covering the new adaptive format and testing requirements, and invites contact for additional questions.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time5 min

AccessFree to download

NJSLA Testing Calendar (May 2026)

Arrival and testing-day readiness

Additional information resources

Antoine L. Gayles, Ed. D. Executive Director April 24 , 2026 Dear 3rd and 4th Grade Parent/Guardian, This May, our scholars are going to have a chance to showcase all that they have been learning during the annual New Jersey Student Learning Assessment (NJSLA) . We are excited for this opportunity to assess the scholars strengths and areas for growth. We will be testing one subject per day over a series of 3 days. The units are longer this year so students will take a short break between each part, but test for less days overall.The full testing calendar for all students in grades 3 and 4 is as follows: | NJSLA Testing Calendar MAY 2026 | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | | | | | 1 | 2 | | 5 | 5 Grade
3 & 4 Reading | 6 | 7 Grade
3 & 4 Writing | 8 | | 11 | 12 Grade
3 & 4 Math | 13 | 16 | 17 | Please note, during these testing days, it is essential that students arrive no later than 8:00 AM so they can have a full breakfast , settle in and be ready to take the test at the start time! For more information about the test, please click on these links to access a video presentation and slides that include information about the new adaptive format and testing requirements for students. If you have any additional questions about the testing process, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your continued support for your scholar and being an active part of our NECCS family. Sincerely, Steve Sandor Director of Curriculum & Instruction / Student Affairs [ssandor@newarkeducators.org](ssandor@newarkeducators.org) [newarkeducators.org 12 Fulton Street](newarkeducators.org 12 Fulton Street), Newark, NJ 07102 973.732.3848 Antoine L. Gayles, Ed. D. Executive Director 26 de abril de 2024 Estimados padres/tutores de 3er y 4to grado, Este mes de mayo, nuestros estudiantes van a tener la oportunidad de mostrar todo lo que han estado aprendiendo durante la Evaluación Anual de Aprendizaje del Estudiante de Nueva Jersey (NJSLA) . Estamos emocionados por esta oportunidad de evaluar las fortalezas de los estudiantes y las áreas de crecimiento. Evaluaremos una materia por d ía durante tres d ías. Este año las unidades son más largas, por lo que los estudiantes tendrán un breve descanso entre cada parte, pero en total se evaluarán durante menos d ías. El calendario completo de evaluaciones para todos los estudiantes de 3.º y 4.º grado es el siguiente: | NJSLA Testing Calendar MAY 2026 | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | | | | | 1 | 2 | | 5 | 5 Grade
3 & 4 Reading | 6 | 7 Grade
3 & 4 Writing | 8 | | 11 | 12 Grade
3 & 4 Math | 13 | 16 | 17 | Tenga en cuenta que, durante estos d ías de examen, es fundamental que los estudiantes lleguen antes de las 8 :00 a. m. para que puedan desayunar, acomodarse y estar listos para realizar el examen a la hora indicada. Para obtener más información sobre el examen, haga clic en estos enlaces para acceder a una presentación en video y diapositivas que incluyen información sobre el nuevo formato adaptativo y los requisitos de evaluación para los estudiantes. Si tiene más preguntas sobre el proceso de evaluación, no dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo. Sinceramente, Steve Sandor Steve Sandor Director de Planes de Estudio e Instrucción / Asuntos Estudiantiles [ssandor@newarkeducators.org](ssandor@newarkeducators.org) [newarkeducators.org 12 Fulton Street](newarkeducators.org 12 Fulton Street), Newark, NJ 07102 973.732.3848

FAQs

Which grades and subjects are included in the May 2026 NJSLA testing?

The schedule covers students in grades 3 and 4 and includes Reading, Writing, and Math across the testing days.

How many days will testing take and how is it organized?

Testing runs over a series of 3 days, with one subject tested per day. Units are longer this year, and students take a short break between parts.

What time should students arrive on testing days?

Students should arrive no later than 8:00 AM to have breakfast, settle in, and be ready to start the test on time.

Sep 30, 2026

Uploaded by Himbo