Dear Covington Families,
We hope you’ve stayed warm through the unexpected cold spell that swept through this weekend, it certainly didn’t feel like April! Despite the chilly weather, we’re moving full steam ahead into an important season for our students.
We’re officially here—STAAR 2025 begins this Wednesday, April 9th, with the STAAR Reading assessment for all students. Our teachers and students have been working hard all year, and we’re excited to see their efforts come to life.
To help our Colts feel even more prepared, we are launching Math STAAR Tutorials for all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students starting tomorrow, Monday, April 7th. These after-school sessions are designed to:
Reinforce key math concepts and TEKS
Provide additional practice and problem-solving strategies
Offer small-group support and direct teacher feedback
Build confidence ahead of the Math STAAR assessment on April 24
We strongly encourage your child to attend and take advantage of this opportunity for extra support!
STAAR 2025 Testing Schedule
Please review the following dates and plan accordingly:
April 9 – STAAR Reading
April 10–11, 14 – STAAR Reading Make-Ups
April 15 – STAAR Science
April 16 – STAAR Social Studies
April 17 – STAAR Science Make-Up
April 21 – STAAR Social Studies Make-Up
April 22 – STAAR Science & Social Studies Make-Up
April 24 – STAAR Math & Algebra
April 25, 28–29 – STAAR Math & Algebra Make-Ups
A Quick Reminder:
Students may be testing throughout the day and into the afternoon, so we kindly ask that you avoid picking up your child early on testing days unless absolutely necessary. If possible, please refrain from scheduling medical or dental appointments on testing days to ensure students have the best chance to complete their exams without interruptions.
Thank you for your support as we begin this important part of the school year. Let’s continue to lift up our students with encouragement, consistency, and confidence!
Remember, there are always ways to get involved. Click the links below to volunteer.
Your proud principal,
Cedric Maddox
