Advisory Data Conferences 6th and 7th Grade Date: 11/9/2016 Why - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Advisory Data Conferences 6th and 7th Grade Date: 11/9/2016

Why are Classroom Conferences important for parents and teachers? 1. Because student success is a shared responsibility. 2. Because when parents provide a learning environment at home that is aligned with the student’s needs, the student has a greater opportunity to succeed.

What is my responsibility as a parent? 1. Attend Meetings – 3 team meetings and 1 Individual Session – Communicate with teacher 2. Monitor child’s progress 3. Help my child meet the academic goals by practicing the activities learned 4. Motivate my child

Congratulations! Timberline Pk-8 has been recognized as a Performance school by the Colorado Department of Education for student growth on state tests (CMAS and PARCC). We could not have achieved this without the dedication of our community, parents, and students. Thank you for your support.

iReady-why do we use it? i-Ready Diagnostic begins by giving students an adaptive assessment in reading or math. An adaptive assessment is a test that automatically adjusts the difficulty of the questions according to each student’s performance in order to determine his or her abilities in reading or math.

iReady-Why do we use it? Each time a student gets an item incorrect, he or she will be presented with a simpler question until the diagnostic finds the grade level at which the student is performing.

iReady-Why do we use it? The assessment efficiently assesses students across multiple grade levels, allowing for: • identification of root causes of students’ struggles or • identification of areas where a student is ready for further challenge.

iReady-Why do we use it? i-Ready Diagnostic assesses the following skill areas: Math ● Number and Operations ● Algebra and Algebraic Thinking ● Measurement and Data ● Geometry

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iReady Reading Domains The first 3 domains test skills that must be learned in K-3 grades. Phonological Awareness • Identifying letter sounds Phonics • Syllables, decoding, prefixes, suffixes, recognizing all letter-sound correspondences High Frequency Words

iReady- 6th-8th Grade Skills Reading Domains • New Word Meanings • Context for domain-specific and academic vocabulary • Multiple-Meaning Words • Prefixes & Suffixes • Word Roots • Synonyms & • Students acquire grade level vocabulary Antonyms increasing in difficulty as their reading level increases. • Shades of Meaning

iReady- Reading 6th -8th Grade Skills Domains Comprehension • Cite Text Evidence • Make Inferences • Determine Theme • Summarize-Informational and Literary Text • Central Idea and Supporting Details • Analyze Story Elements • Figurative Language • Mood & Tone • Text Structure • Point of View • Purpose Comprehension skills develop through • Fact vs. Opinion access to grade appropriate complex • Evaluate Arguments narrative and informational text.

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Next iReady tests will be: Dec. 5 - Dec. 9

Secondary Grades Grading is on a Point Scale Every assignment is given a point value. Grades are cumulative point values converted to a percent. Final grades are assigned at the end of each quarter.

Secondary Grades What do grades mean? Grades are used to calculate Grade Point Average. Grades help to gauge understanding and proficiency with new concepts.

Secondary Grades SVVSD Grading Scale Assessment = 70%; Classroom Activities=30% (per SVVSD grading requirements)

Secondary Grades Assignments provide students with practice for mastery of skills and concepts.

Secondary Grades Assignments include class work, reading, practice problems, and homework. Teachers use assignments to identify areas which students are struggling with.

Secondary Grades Assessments provide evidence of student mastery of skills and concepts. Assessments can include projects, quizzes, tests, or extended writing.

Secondary Grades Missing assignments or assessments result in a “0” point score. “M” or missing = “0” This greatly impacts the total percentage. Teachers are unable to identify areas students are struggling with.

Secondary No Missing 1 Missing Grades Assignment 1 10 10 Missing assessments result in a 0 point score. Assignment 2 6 6 Assessments are Assignment 3 8 0 weighted at 70% of the total grade. 24/30 16/30 Missing assessments Average 8 5 often result in an overall failing grade for B F the quarter.

Secondary Grades Check grades

Homework Club Available to all students immediately after school. Assigned when a student is missing work. Provides teacher support for students.

Assignments, Grades, Achievement There is a direct correlation between missing assignments/ failing grades and iReady achievement. Parents can have the greatest impact on their child’s achievement and success by helping ensure they are doing their school work.

Activity Weekly Schoolwork Check-In At least once a week parents and students will discuss the student's goals and most important assignment for the week. Students will describe the assignment, its requirements, and three details about the assignment. They will submit this form to their advisory teacher. Please access this activity now in

Siguiente Conferencia Next Academic Académica: Data Conference: Thursday Jueves 9 de Febrero February 9 5:30- 6:45 PM 5:30 - 6:45 PM