Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School PARCC INFORMATION - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School PARCC INFORMATION PRESENATION ( Middle and High - Grades 7- 9 ) 20 17 - 18

Mrs.Ghosh- Curriculum and Instruction Supervisor - Middle and High

• Mrs. Bhattad - Math Department Chair

Mrs.Vendemia - ELA Department Chair March 28th, 2018

Objective and Agenda:

To listen to the informational presentation about the PARCC assessment, so that as a parent I can understand the student experience and how students can prepare for this assessment.

• PARCC Overview.
• Spring 2018 Schedule
• Test Format
• Score reports
• Summer PARCC
• Resources

PARCC OVERVIEW

• Online Assessment ▪ Grades 3- 9
• English Language Arts and Mathematics
• ▪ NJSLA-S Grade 5 and 8

TEECS PARCC Test Dates ( Middle and High)

• April 30, 2018---May 4, 2018 (Grades 6 -11)
• Make-up Test Dates-- May 7, 2018-May 11, 2018
• NJSLA-S Test Dates May 14, 2018-May 15, 2018

ELA

ELA UNIT TIMES

Grades 6-11

Grades 6-11 ELA Blueprint

EBSR

TECR

( PCR)

Performance Tasks

Math

Overview of Task Types

Task Types Description of Task Type

• I. Tasks assessing concepts, skills and

procedures

• Balance of conceptual understanding,

fluency, and application

• Can involve any or all mathematical practice

standards

• Machine scorable including innovative,

computer-based formats

• Sub-claims A and B
• II. Tasks assessing expressing mathematical

reasoning

• Each tasks calls for written arguments/

justifications, critique of reasoning, or precision in mathematical statements

• Can involve other mathematical practice

standards

• May include a mix of machine scored and

hand scored responses

• Sub-claim C
• III. Tasks assessing modeling/applications
• Each task calls for modeling/application in a

real-world context or scenario

• Can involve other mathematical practice

standards

• May include a mix of machine scored and

hand scored responses

• Sub-claim D

Math High Level Blue Print.

Unit structure

Sample question: concept/ skill/ procedure

Sample modeling question

Sample reasoning question

Calculator policy- 7th grade

Four-function with square root and percentage functions.

Calculator policy- Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2

• Graphing calculators (with functionalities

consistent with TI -84 or similar models)

• No scientific/ five function calculators

allowed.

• School will not provide calculators if students

forget to bring their own.

• But they can use one provided online.

Mathematics Reference Sheet

Tools

NJSLA-S - Grade 8

• NJSLA-S will be a field test.
• The NJSLA-S will be a computer-based test
• Grade 8 : 4 units - 45 minutes
• Parent Information guide - http://measinc-nj-

science.com/sites/default/files/2018-03/2018_PSTG-G8- Science.pdf

PARCC SCORE REPORTS

Performance levels

Algebra 1: Level 4 and 5 is passing- High School graduation requirement by NJ DOE Geometry and Algebra 2: Level 3, 4 and 5 is passing

Summer PARCC

• Dates: To be announced
• Students who take summer credit course either

for advancement or credit recovery must take the Summer PARCC*

• *Option 2 form must be filled, returned by

March 30th, available on Website under guidance.

PARENT RESOURCES

• http://www.teecs.org/parcc-corner/
• https://parcc.pearson.com/practice-tests/
• http://understandthescore.org/help-your-child/

resources-for-parents/

• https://edulastic.com/assessments/
• https://www.greatschools.org/
• https://bealearninghero.org/in-the-classroom/parcc/
• https://www.edinformatics.com/testing/new_jersey.htm
• http://www.lumoslearning.com/llwp/resources/

common-core-parcc-practice-tests-and-sample- questions.html

• https://www.ixl.com
• http://measinc-nj-science.com/

Thank you