1. 2014 SAT-10; FCAT/FCAT 2.0; and EOC Assessments

2. Purpose of Monitoring  Ensure standardized testing across the district  Administer tests in a secure manner  Preserve the integrity of the tests  Safeguard the validity of the test results for schools and students 2

3. Pre-Monitoring and Test Session Monitoring Schedule Assessment Program Pre- Monitoring Test Session Monitoring FCAT 2.0 WritingFebruary 21 or 24 Grades 4, 8, & 10: February 25 – 26 FCAT/FCAT 2.0 Retake Reading and Mathematics* N/A Grades 10+ - Adult: April 7 – 11 SAT-10 Sentence Reading (K), Reading Comprehension (1 and 2) and Mathematics (K), Mathematics: Problem Solving (1-2) N/A K-2: April 7 – 11 FCAT 2.0 Reading, Mathematics, and Science* April 7 – 11 No Testing on April 18, Teacher Planning Day Grades 3-10: April 14- May 7 See Test Administration Schedule for specific dates/subjects for each grade level. EOC Assessments* Algebra 1, Biology 1, Civics, Geometry, and US History N/A Algebra, Civics, & US History April 21-May 16 Biology 1 & Geometry April 21-May 23 (Refer to the EOC test administration schedule.) 3 *Computer-based assessments only: FCAT Mathematics Retake and FCAT 2.0 Reading Retake; FCAT 2.0 Reading (Grades 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10); FCAT 2.0 Mathematics (Grades 5 and 6); and all EOC Assessments.

4. Stanford Achievement Test - Tenth Edition (SAT-10)  All Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2 students will test Subtests to be administered:  SAT-10 Untimed 4 Monday, April 7Tuesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 9 Thursday, April 10Friday April 11 Sentence Reading: Kindergarten Reading Comprehension: Grade 1 and 2 Mathematics: Kindergarten Mathematics Problem Solving: Grade 1 and 2 Make up Testing

5. Administering the SAT-10  Sentence Reading (K): Partially dictated to students  Reading Comprehension (1 and 2): Students must work independently.  Mathematics (K) and Mathematics: Problem Solving (1 and 2): Questions will be dictated to students  District paper rulers should be provided as follows: 5 KindergartenSentence Reading: As a marker Mathematics: As a marker Grade 1Reading Comprehension: As a marker Mathematics: Problem Solving: Required to solve problems Grade 2Reading Comprehension: As a marker Mathematics: Problem Solving: Required to solve problems

6. Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT/FCAT 2.0)  Students will participate in the following assessments: FCAT 2.0 Writing  Grades 4, 8, 10 FCAT/FCAT 2.0 Reading and Mathematics Retakes  Retained Grade 10 and Grades 11-AD  FCAT 2.0 Retakes are CBT Only; paper-based versions available for students with documented accommodations only FCAT 2.0 Reading  Grades 3 – 10  Grades 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 are CBT Only; paper-based versions available for students with documented accommodations only FCAT 2.0 Mathematics  Grades 3 – 8  Grades 5 and 6 are CBT Only; paper-based versions available for students with documented accommodations only  No comprehensive Mathematics assessment for Grades 9 and 10 FCAT 2.0 Science  Grades 5 and 8  No comprehensive Science assessment for Grade 11 6

7. 7 Updates: FCAT 2.0 Writing  The Spring FCAT 2.0 Writing Test is 60 minutes  There is only ONE day for make-up testing  Writing Folders are secure materials and have security numbers  Writing prompt is printed on the Writing folder  Shrink-wrapped packages of Writing folders may be opened three (3) days before testing, but NO EARLIER

8. Updates: FCAT/FCAT 2.0 Retake Reading 2.0 Retake will be administered as two separate sessions, one session per day; students may have up to half the length of a typical school day to complete the test. Mathematics Retake will be administered as ONE session; students may have up to the length of a typical school day to complete the test but must complete the test in one day. Paper accommodations for Reading 2.0 and Mathematics Retakes must be administered on Days 1 -2, with make-up testing administered through Day 5, as needed. CBT administrations may be scheduled Days 1-5. Note: Shrink-wrapped of packages of secure materials with security numbers may be opened three (3) days before testing, but NO EARLIER. 8

9. Updates: FCAT 2.0 Reading, Mathematics, and Science  FCAT 2.0 Reading  Grades 3 – 10 will be administered as two separate sessions over 2 days Grades 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 will be Computer-based tests  FCAT 2.0 Mathematics Grades 3 - 5 will be administered as two separate sessions over 2 days Grades 6 - 8 will be administered as two separate sessions in 1 day Grades 5 and 6 will be Computer-based tests  FCAT 2.0 Science Grade 5 Science will be administered starting in week TWO of the testing window  Two separate sessions administered over 2 days Grade 8 Science will be administered starting in week ONE of the testing window  Two separate sessions administered in 1 day  Note: Packages of secure materials with security numbers may be opened five (5) days before testing, but NO EARLIER. 9

10. Florida End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments  Students enrolled in the following courses will participate in the EOC assessment administration:  EOC subjects may be tested in any order AND may be tested concurrently, by school. Testing for all subjects may begin on April 21 but testing must be completed by the end date noted on the test administration schedule for each EOC subject  Schools may begin testing on Day 1. Testing must be completed within the least number of days possible. 10 Grades 6-8Grades 6-12Grades 9-12 CivicsAlgebra 1US History Biology 1 Geometry

11. Florida End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments, cont.  All EOC Assessments are CBT only; paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.  Each EOC assessment will be given in one 160- minute session with a 10 minute break after the first 80 minutes. Students may be dismissed after the first 80 minutes during the10 minute break, as they complete the test.  Any student not finished by the end of the 160 minutes may continue working. Testing must be completed within the same school day. 11

12. Monitors’ Responsibilities  Role of the Monitor  What should be observed before, during, and after testing? Test Security Test Administrators’ Responsibilities Test Accommodations  Ask for a copy of the training packet(s) used to train school staff (if available) 12

13. Monitoring Procedures  Pre-monitoring Procedures Check for proper documentation  Test Materials Chain of Custody  District Level Certification Form (if applicable)  Administration Record/Security Checklist  Seating Charts All secured materials are accounted for Limited access to storage room 13

14. Monitoring Procedures, cont.  Test Session Monitoring Randomly select a classroom to observe Plan to remain in the test session for the full allotted time  Some students are allowed extended time.  Be in place when testing begins, then exit unobtrusively after testing is well underway. 14

15. Monitoring Procedures, cont.  Monitoring After Scheduled Test Sessions Observe make-up sessions Packing of test materials Limited access to storage room 15

16. What To Observe: Preparations  Preparations for the Assessment Visual cues must be covered or removed Signs are posted (e.g., Do Not Disturb, Session Number, Electronic Devices) Sufficient space between st udents Student/test administrator ratio  Paper-based test (1:30)  Computer-based test (1:25) Roster of students assigned to the room 16

17. What To Observe: Paper-Based Testing  During the Assessment (paper-based test) All testing signs are posted Test materials must be handed to students individually Documentation of security numbers assigned to students A record of attendance is maintained Test materials for absent students are kept in a secure area in the room Appropriate testing environment is maintained 17

18. What To Observe: Computer-Based Testing (CBT)  During the Assessment (computer-based testing) Visual-barriers are installed Sufficient work space for CBT Worksheets, CBT Work Folders, and Reading Passage Booklets Student Authorization Tickets, Seal Codes, and test materials must be handed to students individually A record of attendance is maintained Tickets and test materials for absent students are kept in a secure area in the room Appropriate testing environment is maintained 18

19. What To Observe: General  During the Assessment The test schedule is followed with the allotted time The starting and ending times are displayed on the board Electronic devices are not within arm’s reach Appropriate test administration manual is being used for the test being administered  Script is read verbatim Test administrators and proctors actively monitor testing 19

20. What To Observe: Conclusion  Concluding the Assessment Test materials are collected individually from students Students are not permitted to leave until all materials are collected and verified Test materials and documentation are immediately returned to the school assessment coordinator 20

21. Reporting Irregularities  Any concern regarding a testing irregularity, breach of test security, or problem with secure testing materials must be reported immediately to Student Assessment and Educational Testing (SAET) at 305-995-7520.  You should NOT “debrief” with school staff. 21

22. Monitor Observation Forms  Pre-monitoring Form (FM-6680)  Monitoring Form for Test Sessions (FM-6681)  Monitoring Form for CBT Test Sessions (FM-7469)  Supplemental ESE and ELL Monitoring Form (FM-6685)  Test Security Agreement for Test Session Observers (Attachment A) 22

23. Sample Monitoring Assignment DateAssessment ProgramSchool Assignment February 21 or 24 FCAT 2.0 Writing Pre-monitoring Banyan Elementary 3060 SW 85 Avenue Miami, FL 33155 February 25 – 26 FCAT 2.0 Writing Test Session (Grades 4, 8, 10) N/A April 7 – 11 FCAT 2.0 Retake Test Session (Grades 10+ - Adult)* N/A April 7 – 11 SAT-10 Test Session (Grades K- 2) N/A April 7 – 11FCAT 2.0 RMS Pre-monitoringN/A April 14 – May 7 ** FCAT 2.0 RMS Test Session (Grades 3-10)* (No Testing on April 18, Teacher Planning Day) Doral Middle 5005 NW 112th Avenue Doral, FL 33178 April 21– May 23** EOC Assessment Test Session (Grades 6-12)* Barbara Goleman Senior 14100 NW 89th Avenue Miami Lakes, FL 33018 23 *Computer-based tests only: Reading and Mathematics Retakes; Reading (Grades 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10); Mathematics (Grades 5 and 6 only), and all EOC Assessments. **Refer to the test administration schedules for specific grade levels and subjects tested each day.

24. Pre-monitoring Form (FM-6680) 24

25. Monitoring Form for Test Sessions (FM-6681) 25

26. Monitoring Form for CBT Test Sessions (FM-7469) 26

27. Supplemental ESE and ELL Monitoring Form (FM-6685) 27

28. Returning Monitoring Forms  Please submit all completed forms and a copy of the school’s training packet (if available) to SAET: via fax to: 305-995-7522, via school mail to: 9023, or via email to bbetancourt@dadeschools.netbbetancourt@dadeschools.net  All forms should be submitted by June 6, 2014. 28

29. Contact Information Student Assessment and Educational Testing (SAET) 305-995-7520 FCAT 2.0 and EOC Assessments Maria C. Bruguera or Mara Ugando SAT-10 Assessment Mayda Cabeza 29