Guides for parents
Written guidance on the things families actually ask about — spelling bees, adaptive testing, and making practice at home work.
How to prepare for a county spelling bee
What the written format involves, how the practice lists work, and a six-week plan that does not need an adult reading aloud every night.
Adaptive tests explained, for parents
Why the test "got harder", what a RIT or scale score measures, and why half the questions are meant to feel difficult.
Using worksheets at home without a battle
How much is enough, picking the right level, what each California grade covers, and what to do when a child gets stuck.