3rd – 5th Grade Gregory Drive Elementary FSA Parent Night 3rd – 5th Grade Gregory Drive Elementary

The FSA dates for the 2016-2017 school year: 4th and 5th Writing Component of FSA (paper-based) - February 28th 3rd Grade Reading FSA (paper-based) March 28th and 29th 4th and 5th Grade Reading FSA (computer-based) April 10th and 11th 3rd Grade Math FSA (computer-based) April 12th and 13th 4th and 5th Grade Math FSA (computer-based) April 18th and 19th 5th Grade Science FCAT (paper-based) May 2nd and 3rd

What is the FSA? The Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) FSA is an authentic assessment that includes more than just multiple choice questions. Students will be expected to respond to multiple choice questions, create graphs, write and respond in different ways than on other traditional tests. Will prepare Florida students for success in college, career, and in life by emphasizing analytical thinking. Measures student mastery of the standards taught. Meets high quality standards for assessment, including reliability and validity for a variety of accountability purposes. Emphasizes critical thinking.

Writing

FSA Writing Component ELA Writing Component (One 120-minute session) Students will be asked to read one or more texts about similar topics. The text (s) will be no more than 800-1300 words combined. They will respond to the text based on a prompt. The prompt should be in an essay format and MUST use text evidence to support their response. The response may be either informative or an opinion.

Scoring for Writing Component There will be three scores per essay: Purpose, Focus, and Organization (0-4 point rubric) Evidence and Elaboration (0-4 point rubric) Conventions of Standard English (0-2 point rubric)

Reading

Examples of Informational and Literary Text that will be used for Questions on FSA

Sample Reading Test Question

Sample Reading Test Question

Mathematics

Types of Math Questions 1. Multi select : The student is directed to select all of the correct answers from among a number of options. These items are different from multiple-choice items, which allow the student to select only one correct answer. These items appear in the online and paper-based assessments. 2. Multiple Choice: The students will choose the best answer choice and fill in one bubble for the correct answer. 3. Equation Items: The student will write a response in the box provided. Some equation items have 2 parts. The students will write the answer in the box for both parts. 4. Technology Enhanced items: The student selects numbers, words, phrases, or images and uses the drag-and-drop feature to place them into a graphic. This item type may also require the student to use the point, line, or arrow tools to create a response on a graph.

Sample Math Test Question

Sample Math Test Question

Parent Tips

How can I help my child at home? Stay in communication with your child’s teacher. Help reinforce what is being learned in class at home. Assist your child with homework and be sure your child is completing all homework assignments. Ensure your child has good attendance at school. Help your child develop good study habits, thinking skills and a positive attitude towards education.

How can I help my child at home? Encourage your child to read as much as possible. Have your students READ every night. Use computer websites: Achieve 3000 iReady Math Reflex Math

FSA Resources for Parents http://www.fsassessments.org/ Use this website to read about updates, and have your child complete the training tests in both Reading and Math. Florida Department of Education www.fldoe.org CPALMS http://www.cpalms.org/Public/

A+ Parent Resources http://www.bealearninghero.org/ http://raisethebarparents.org/ http://achievethecore.org

Questions??

Data Chats to learn about student performance

Thank you for your support and attending parent night! Please be sure to get a copy of the sample tests to practice with your child at home.