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Welcome to the Eighth Grade PSSA Science Resource Page

This page is specifically designed for parents who would like to know more about the PSSA Science exam and how they can help to prepare their children.  The PSSA testing window occurs in April for eighth graders. 

Information about the PSSA exam from the PA Department of Education

• Science Introduction
  
• Grade 8 Science Assessment Anchors
• 2015-2016 Grade 8 Science Item and Scoring Sampler
• PSSA Science Test Design
• Grades 4 and 8 Science Scoring Guidelines and Formula Sheets
• Science Glossary
• Quizlet Version of Science Glossary

 Fun ways to review at home

• Dare to Compare - Science Assessment Questions

Choose "Science," grade 8 and the number of questions that you want to review. A nice way to help your child become familiar with the format of PSSA Science questions.

•  Scientific Inquiry Interactive Websites

Select a topic of interest to review the nature of scientific inquiry.