Literacy-Based Promotion Act & 3rd Grade Summative Assessment Parent Information Night October 17, 2017

Literacy-Based Promotion Act Purpose The purpose of the Literacy-Based Promotion Act is to improve the reading skills of Kindergarten through 3rd grade public school students, so that every student completing 3rd grade reads at or above grade level.

Reading instruction must be a major focus of Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Third grade is the year that students transition from learning to read to reading to learn. Students need strong reading skills in order to learn in all other school subjects, such as science, history, writing, and even math. Why 3rd Grade?

3rd Grade Reading Summative Assessment (part of MKAS2)

Your child will take the following State assessments ELA Writing Math Every public school third grader must take this assessment unless they have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) with an eligibility of Significant Cognitive Disability (SCD) - that states the assessment is not appropriate for them. Test Given April 16 – May 18 The GATE score is taken from these 2 assessments combined to determine a passing score. Facts about the Test

What is on the test? Computer-based assessment Reading literature 12-13 multiple choice questions 4-5 open ended (manipulated responses) Reading informational text 4-6 open ended Language 4 multiple choice questions 2 open ended Writing 1 (narrative, persuasive, informative) What is on the test?

Assessments we use at SBE to report on your child’s performance Classroom Grades and Tests Diagnostic Reading Assessment (DRA) Universal Screener (STAR) Benchmark Test Assessments at SBE

Communication Regarding Child’s Progress Parent/Teacher Conferences Progress Reports Report Cards Weekly signed papers STAR Reports Benchmark Reports Communication Regarding Child’s Progress

Benchmark Data - Predictor

Meet with your child’s teacher and discuss his/her performance. Address any concerns as early as possible. Ask how you can support your child at home. Support your child by ensuring homework is completed with integrity and fidelity. Read with your child - Encourage your child to participate in the monthly genre study Make a note of important dates such as parent nights/conferences, progress reports, report cards, and assessments. Make sure your child is present and on time for school. The night before the test, make sure your child goes to bed at a reasonable time. The morning of the test, make sure your child eats a sensible breakfast. What can parents do?

Practice Test Online – http://www. mde. k12. ms Testlets Practice tests Item sampler EduTyping – The Purpose of EduTyping – Your child will be expected to type their writing response on the State Test. Have your child practice their key boarding skills using www.EduTyping.com Teachers can provide Usernames and Passwords What can parents do?

How do students promote to 4th Grade? Promotion decisions are based on the following data: Final Language Arts grade (60 and above) Final Math grade (60 and above) Passing Score on Third Grade Gate How do students promote to 4th Grade?