CogAT Testing Week

Dear Parents,

We will be testing for our CogATs (Cognitive Abilities Testing) this week.

Each day we will complete 3 ten minute tests for a total of 9 tests. Any make-ups will be done on Friday 9/6.

Please contact your classroom teacher with any questions.

In Partnership,

Your third grade team teachers

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