As we approach the final stretch of the school year, Coleman is thrilled to launch our Academic Acceleration Camp! This three-week intensive instruction is designed to give our students the ultimate boost before the upcoming ATLAS Summative Assessment, scheduled for April 20–24, 2026.
During these three weeks, our classrooms are transforming into "Success Hubs." Our dedicated teachers are shifting their focus to:
Targeting Essential Skills: Identifying and strengthening specific areas where students need a little extra support.
Mastering Strategy: Teaching proven test-taking strategies, such as time management, process of elimination, and how to tackle complex writing prompts.
Building Confidence: Creating a positive, high-energy environment where students feel empowered to show what they know.
How Parents and Guardians Can Help
Success on the ATLAS assessment is a team effort! While our teachers are handling the "heavy lifting" in the classroom, there are several simple but powerful ways you can support your student at home:
Prioritize Rest & Nutrition: The "Big Three" of testing week are a consistent bedtime, a healthy breakfast, and staying hydrated. A well-rested brain thinks much faster!
Encourage Daily Reading: Even 15–20 minutes of reading a favorite book or article each night helps build the stamina needed for the long reading passages on the ATLAS test.
Keep it Positive: Standardized tests can be stressful. Remind your child that this is simply an opportunity to "show off" what they’ve learned this year. Your confidence in them is their greatest motivator.
Attendance Matters: Every day of the Acceleration Camp counts! Ensure your student is at school on time every day so they don’t miss out on critical reviews and practice sessions.
Pro Tip: Ask your child to explain one "test-taking trick" they learned at camp each day. Teaching it to you is one of the best ways for them to remember it!