EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics

June 12, 2023

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Re: Upcoming EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics

On Tuesday June 13 and Wednesday June 14, MTH1W students will take part in the EQAO online Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics. The purpose of this assessment is to evaluate student learning of the knowledge and skills in the K-8 and grade 9 math curriculum.  Attendance is mandatory. If students are absent during the assessment, they will be required to complete the assessment when they return.  The results will count toward 10% of each student’s final course mark.

Students will complete the assessment in two sessions during their regularly scheduled math classes.  Each session is 60 minutes in length, but additional time will be available for any students who require it. Students will also be presented with a questionnaire after the second session, and the time to complete this is not considered part of the 60 minutes. Students will be using their HWDSB issued iPad for the online assessment so please ensure it is charged and at school on the scheduled test days.

Students who regularly receive accommodations in accordance with an IEP, or due to an ELL designation, will also receive accommodations during this assessment, in accordance with the procedures set out by the EQAO.

As a school community, we use these results, along with other information, to guide our school improvement initiatives. This benefits not only your child but all the students in our school. The results are also used by our school board and the Ministry of Education to direct attention and resources where they are needed.

For more information about the Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics, and to view a sample test, you may visit EQAO’s website (www.eqao.com).

Sincerely,

Mr. B. Goodram