A New Trend Line in Student Achievement “Virginia's public schools are beginning a new trend line with the implementation of more challenging standards.

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A New Trend Line in Student Achievement “Virginia's public schools are beginning a new trend line with the implementation of more challenging standards and assessments. The goal is to build on the progress already made under the Standards of Learning program and ensure that all graduates possess the knowledge and skills needed for success in college and the workplace.” - Dr. Patricia I. Wright Superintendent of Public Instruction

How have the mathematics standards and tests changed? New content New rigor New test format

New Content With the state’s initiative to better prepare students for Algebra 1 by 8 th grade, many of the standards have moved from higher grade levels to lower grade levels. New standards were also added.

New Rigor Multi-step problem solving Critical thinking and analytical skills Multiple representations

Technology Enhanced Items (TEI) about 15% Format of Questions: Fill in the blank Drag and drop Hot-spots: Select one or more answer options Placing points on coordinate planes Creation of graphs

Assessments – Then and Now Grade 7

Assessments – Then and Now Algebra 1