A number of schools across the State have experienced severe weather over the last several weeks. Therefore, the Department is extending the period for completion of the Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Performance Test through Friday, February 6, 2004.  Please note that all schools must comply with the key dates and security measures specified in the memorandum that can be found at http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/osa/sciei/gr8ilsmemo04.pdf.