The L.E.A.P. Test is a test of basic skills given at the 4th and 8th grades.
It covers skills in the areas of English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
and Social Studies. The English/Language Arts section (commonly referred to
as "ELA") is comprised of several parts. There is a 150 word essay that
students must compose and edit before writing their final draft; a reading
and responding section that tests comprehension as well as analytical skills;
a spelling and grammar section; and a using information resources section in
which students' ability to utilize library and research materials (including
the internet) is tested. The mathematics section tests simple computation of
addition, subtraction, multiplication and division as well as problem solving
ability. It also tests the areas of geometry, algebra, graphing and
measurement. Students must not only solve math problems, but must be able to
explain their thinking on some areas of the test. The same is true for Social
Studies and Science. Students will encounter some straightforward
comprehension questions on these tests, but will also be asked to apply
analytical reasoning skills and explain their thinking on other questions.
The St. Tammany Guaranteed Curriculum is in line with the State Curriculum
and will prepare your child for these tests. I am confident that if your
child does the work necessary this year, working together we can help him or
her succeed come testing time!
Please note: all parents and students enter this school year with a little
anxiety about the L.E.A.P. test no matter how well their child has done in
the past. While it is important that your child not take the importance of
this test lightly, it is equally important that we not put undue stress on
your child. Students who are over-stressed about L.E.A.P. often fare much
worse; anxiety DOES affect test scores! Do your best to remain calm. Repeat
after me: this is a test...this is ONLY a test! With the proper preparation
and encouragement your child will do fine. In conclusion: DO encourage your
child. DO make sure your child is doing their assigned work. DO encourage
your child to check out the links on this web site for L.E.A.P. practice. DO
work with your child. DON'T stress your child out! DON'T stress yourself out!
If you have questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Below are websites you are welcome to use with your child!
Superstar LEAP Practice
http://www.bookladymel.com/leap.htm
Louisiana Pass
Note: Use your child's screen name and password that was sent home.
http://www.louisianapass.org/
ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies Review!
http://pangea.tec.selu.edu/~vmartinez/ETEC644/teacherlinks.html
Ms. Martinez's Leap practice website
(powerpoints, videos, games, and much more!)
http://pangea.tec.selu.edu/~vmartinez/ETEC644/teacherlinks.html