In an effort to support students and better prepare them for Spring testing, the Visions testing team has analyzed the CAASPP results from last year. They have identified one area in math that students could use the most help.
GEOMETRY!
This probably because most geometry units are taught later in the year, after the testing is complete :)
What CTs have been tasked to do:
We have been asked to administer a short geometry test practice session (basically a pre-test) during LP3 or LP4 meetings for all students grades 3-8 and 11. Then, support student learning in geometry throughout the year, and administer another test practice session on LP7 to see if our efforts are successful.
About the initial practice test:
- It will be administered during our regular LP3 or LP4 meeting
- It will be taken on a Chrome Book just like the one students test on if taken at a face to face meeting, and through the screen with me if taken during a virtual meeting
- It is a CAASPP interim test, so it is the same format as the spring testing
- The practice is about 15 questions and takes 15 to 20 minutes on average
- It is designed to gather information that you and I can use to help your student improve their geometry and test taking skills throughout the year
- It should be a NO stress or LOW stress activity, students are not expected to know most of the questions at this time of the year, however, hopefully, they will be able to answer most of them at the LP7 session
We can also schedule individual test practices if you like. Just let me know.
Email me with questions.
