03/13/2026
Dear Smithridge families, 👋🏽📚
Each year, students across Nevada in grades 3rd, 4th, and 5th complete the Smarter Balance Assessment. 📝✨ The test evaluates a student’s level for reading and math and compares them with students across Nevada. This test is used to learn how our students are doing and to rate our school. 🏫📊
All our teachers have been working very hard this year with your students to prepare them for the next grade, and we are excited for them to show their best work on these tests. 🌟💪 We could also really use your help in preparing our students for the test.
The first day of testing will be after spring break on Wednesday, April 8th. 📅🌷 School will begin with the reading test, followed by the math tests the following week. After spring break, we hope to see all our students at school on Monday, April 6th to begin reviewing for the assessments. 📘🧠
It will be essential that students are rested 😴 and on time ⏰ during these dates. We will have prizes and raffles 🎉🎟️ for students who are present and on time during the testing period. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher or the front office anytime. ☎️📨
I appreciate your help as we all work together to best support our students. 🤝💙
Thank you,
Mr. Dixon
Principal
