2015
Testing/Assessment
Informational
Meeting
Greetings and
Welcome!
Mrs. Joan Belle- McGlockton
High School Principal
Principals Points
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What are we doing to prepare our students for FSA/FCAT
testing? We have:
 adjusted schedules for pull-out for students taking and retaking Algebra I EOC exam,
 Saturday Academy: academic support in Math, Science,
Social Studies and Language Arts(Feb-May)
 Tutoring sponsored by GEAR-Up, (Mon.-Thurs.) All subjects
 Review, re-teaching skills during class time
 Academic support shared during Parent meetings with
teachers, Guidance Counselor& Administrator’s
 Teacher availability during lunch and after school to
provide tutoring
 Teacher website, FLDOE website, FAMU DRS website,
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Florida Standards Assessments Website
http://www.fsassessments.org/
When are Students Testing?
April 13-14, 2015
April 27-28, 2015
9th & 10th Grade Reading
Algebra 1A EOC Test
(Day 2)
90 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
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April 29-30 2015
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90 minutes
90 minutes
160 minutes
160 minutes
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May 4, 2015
May 5, 2015
May 6-8
May 27- June 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
Biology 1
US History
Make-ups
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TBD
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EOC
EOC
EOC
EOC
District EOC Exams will take the place of final exams
during our regularly scheduled Final Exam period
(World History 9th Grade)
160 minutes
What can Parents do to help their children?
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Make certain that students are here at school on
time.
Make certain that students have supplies and
materials as needed daily.
Make certain that students are completing
homework assignments, stay for tutoring sessions and
extra academic help.
Check student grades on FOCUS weekly.
Contact your child’s teacher with questions and or
concerns.
Make certain that your child has on the school
uniform everyday; white camp shirt & blue bottom, solid
black or brown shoes.
Guidance
Mrs. Kay Wallace
Florida Standards Assessment
Reading Facts
Dr. Vivian Wilson
The Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) developed by the American Institutes
for Research (AIR) demand students…
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maintain an increased sense of accountability toward their own
learning
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develop a concept beyond an opinion and move to “support and
evidence”
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think in a more conceptual, analytical and global manner
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utilize higher-order, critical thinking skills
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shift from mere memorization of terms to a deep understanding of
meaning
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transfer skills to new experiences
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operate in a more student-centered environment with built in peer
collaboration
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Goal 1: (READING) The student will demonstrate the ability to
respond to a text by employing personal experiences and
critical analysis.
Goal 2: (WRITING) The student will demonstrate the ability to
compose in a variety of modes by developing content,
employing specific forms and selecting language appropriate
for a particular audience and purpose.
Goal 3: (GRAMMAR) The student will demonstrate the ability to
control language by applying the conventions of Standard
English in writing and speaking.
Goal 4: (EVALUATION) The student will demonstrate the ability
to evaluate the content, organization and language use of
texts.
Goal 5: (LISTENING & SPEAKING) The student will gain,
evaluate, and present increasingly complex information,
ideas, and evidence through listening and speaking as well as
through media.
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Literature is presented according to genre and
includes: fiction, poetry, nonfiction and
drama. Using this approach, students learn a
variety of different styles of prose, poetry,
nonfiction and dramatic writing and develop skills
in literary analysis.
Writing practice is based upon the literature read
in and out of class and is designed to help
students compose works for different audiences.
Grammar instruction is integrated in the reading
and writing assignments to ensure that students
acquire Standard English.
Math Facts
Dr. Gamble & Mr. Crowe
2014 -2015
Algebra 1 End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment
Fact Sheet
Algebra and Geometry EOC Overview
Test Administration Information
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The Algebra 1 EOC Assessment and Geometry EOC are delivered
via a computer-based test (CBT) platform.
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During each administration, there are multiple forms of the
assessment. There is a maximum of 65 items on each test form.
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Each form of the assessment will include 35-40 multiple-choice and
20-25 fill-in response items. Approximately six to ten of these items
are experimental (field test) items and are NOT included in student
scores.
 A four-function
calculator is provided in the TestNav
platform. Students will also be provided with a hand-held
calculator. They may not bring their own to the testing site.
 • A scientific
calculator is provided in the TestNav platform.
Students will also be provided with a hand-held calculator.
They may not bring their own to the testing site
 • A reference
sheet containing commonly used formulas and
conversions is provided in the TestNav platform. Schools
may make copies of the reference sheet provided in the
Achievement Levels for the 2014/2015
Algebra 1 EOC Assessment Scale Scores
(325 to 475)
Achievement Levels for the 2013/2014
Geometry EOC Assessment Scale Scores (325 to 475)
Important Dates
Florida Standards Assessment Administration
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Florida Standard Reading And Language Arts
9th & 10th Grade
April 13- April 14
Algebra 1A EOC
 April 27-28
Algebra 2 & Geometry
 April 29-30
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Biology 1
May 4
US History (11th Grade)
May 5
SCIENCE FACTS
Mr. Steven Byrd
Final Exams in Chemistry
Biology END of Course (EOC)
Suggestions/Resources
1.Read the entire question and the four responses.
2.Eliminate any answer choices that are obviously incorrect.
3.Choose the best answer.
4.Recheck that your answer matches the question asked.
This is particularly true of data analysis questions.
5.Alternatively, mark the question to return and answer; do
not dwell on one question.
6.Eventually, answer every question on the test.
7.Each student has at least 160 minutes which can be
extended if necessary.
8.The test consists of 60-66 questions.
Booklets / computer Programs for EOC
1.
Pearson Biology/Chemistry: Benchmarks Assessment
Workbooks
Complete EOC Sample Test
Examples for ACT Practice
2. FLORIDA EOC Jumpstart Biology I
Workbook
Complete Pretest, Coached Test, and Posttest
3. FCAT Explorer: Biology Mission –all parts
for extra credit in Environmental Science and
required in Biology I.
Other Test Resources
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Biology Review Notebook – compiling now; must handle
with care
Saturday Standards Academy (8:45 a.m. – Noon)
Selected Days in April and May
After school help on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30
p.m. - 5:00 p.m. in 610
Virtual School Pretest on Biology EOC
Escambia County Biology EOC website: Very Good
(Study Guide)
Videos on Benchmarks /Topics (Crash Course Series for
example)
Read, study, and then read some more. There is no
substitute for a good reader on these tests. Ask questions
whenever you do not understand a concept.
Special Areas
Mrs. Raquista Claitt
Each area of the Fine Arts Department WILL have an
EOC this year. Decisions for STEM EOC, pending.
Art (Mr. Peck): The EOC for Art will cover everything from the
year.
AVID (Dr. West): The EOC for Avid will cover everything from the
year.
Band (Mr. Moore): The EOC for Band will cover everything from
the year.
Chorus (Ms. Cooper): The EOC for Chorus will cover everything
from the year.
CTE/CCC (Ms. Claitt): The EOC for CCC will cover everything from
the school year. Students have been compiling a personal
glossary and a journal with notes for each lesson to help them
prepare.
JROTC (LTC Howard & MSG Milton): The EOC for JROTC will cover
everything from the year.
STEM (Ms. Thornton): THE EOC or Certification, pending
Virtual School
Mrs. Pamela Moore
FLORIDA VIRTUAL SCHOOL EXAMS
The Florida Virtual School Segment Exams
are in no way a state-wide assessment like
an EOC or FSA Test
They are similar to a semester or final exam
in a brick and mortar setting and are only for
the purpose of showing mastery of our
course material.
History
Mr. Anthony Thompson
Why an End of Course Exam in
U.S. History ?
 Senior
high school U.S. History is a mandated course
for high school graduation.
 Senior high school U.S. History has a large
enrollment in the state of Florida.
 Florida legislators recognized the importance of U.S.
History education for students.
On what is the U.S. History End of
Course Exam based?
 Based
on Florida’s Next Generation Standards for
Social Studies, Grades 9-12, American History
Standards (covering Civil War and Reconstruction
through the present).
 Questions based on historical documents will be
included.
 EOC exam questions are written on the low,
moderate, or high complexity level (see slide on
complexity levels).
 EOC exam questions are based on 18 American
History Content Benchmarks and 1 American History
Skill Benchmark (see slide on Test Blue Print).
Principles of Economics and
American Government
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EOC is for Senior Classes. I will
discuss this information more detailed if
requested.
Parental FSA/EOC Tips
Ms. Brandi Gallon
“Parents are the most important key to
their children’s success. Here’s what you
can do to make FCAT/FSA testing time
less stressful and more productive. “
Make sure your child(ren) get plenty of sleep. Children, preteens and
teenagers need at least eight hours of uninterrupted rest each night,
and some need more.
Prepare a good breakfast each morning. No sugar-coated cereals or
soda. Try eggs with toast or oatmeal with raisins and always include
some fruit and orange juice. Coffee is unacceptable for anyone under
the age of 18.
 Pack nutritious snacks, like granola bars, yogurt tubes and cheese
sticks. Wholesome munchies help maintain energy throughout the
school day. Get rid of anything with high fructose corn syrup, partially
hydrogenated oils and sodium benzoate.
Look over test review materials with your children. Have your children
teach you or request practice sheets with answer keys.
Plan stress-free after-school activities.
Don’t dwell on FSA. Find something else to talk about at night.
Schedule book-reading for half an hour before bedtime. This is a great way to
unwind and raise reading levels at the same time.
Be supportive. Give words of encouragement.
 Explain that tests are important, but avoid overemphasizing results because
this can often backfire, stressing out young people.
 Encourage regular school attendance so that learning is constantly reinforced.
A stable household, healthy diet and regular exercise will help keep sick days to a
minimum.
Assist with regular homework as well. Assignments done outside school are
shown to increase comprehension.
Develop a friendly relationship with your child(ren)’s teachers and meet with
them to discuss issues and concerns. You are on the same team, after all.
 Ask teachers for suggestions, activities and online resources for other ways to
support learning at home.
 Stay on top of grades, assignments and assessment schedules. Most of this
information is posted online in your school forums and websites.
 Take your child(ren) to school, or the bus stop, consistently and on time
Supervise wardrobe choices and provide comfortable, appropriate clothing.
 If your children wear hearing aids or glasses, remind them to use these
throughout the testing sessions. Self-advocacy is an important characteristic to
develop in young people. Instruct them to request any and all learning plan
accommodations.
 Students themselves should practice good test-taking strategies like deep
breaths before each session, communicating if directions are hard to understand,
and reading each problem and choice carefully. Make it a habit to skip over
extremely difficult questions and go back to them after easier questions are
answered. When the test is finished, check everything one more time.
Remarks and Closing
Mrs. Joan Belle-McGlockton
Thanks so much for coming! 