2018 Tests and Surveys Matrix

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1 Test / Survey Postsecondary ducation Readiness Test (PRT) All high school students who have taken the Algebra 1 nd-of-course (OC) xam and have not earned a proficient score, and any student who wants to participate in dual enrollment. Computer based Test Start Date Ongoing nd Date Ongoing Level Description Contact The Postsecondary ducation Readiness Test (PRT) is used to provide placement and diagnostic capabilities to align with Florida Common Core College and Career Readiness Standards. PRT will help educators better identify students' strengths in Reading, Mathematics, and Writing, as well as where improvement is needed. Carla Kendall , PX Duration of Test - Untimed (approx min) on one day School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) Literacy System: SUBTSTS * Oral Language, arly Literacy, Letter & Sound Recognition, Blending, Segmenting, FW, Phonograms, etc. Students in Grades K-3 (or until sub assessments are complete) Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test - Approximately 10 to 20 min on one day Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Career xploration Program (CP) Students in Grades 10, 11, and 12 Optional at all igh Schools Ongoing Ongoing The School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) Literacy System SUBTSTS provide teachers with information regarding Foundational Skills (Print Concepts, Phonological Awareness, and Phonics). ducational Data Warehouse (DW) is conducted in a minimum of three data collection inputs per student per year. DW Deadline dates are as follows: Monday, October 30, 2017 Friday, February 9, 2018 Friday, May 18, 2018 DW/Performance Accountability, DW Support , PX Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 149 min on one day School Determined School Determined Schools provide students with the opportunity to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) not only because it is required to enlist in the military, but also because it is a comprehensive career exploration and planning program that is helpful to virtually all students after high school in civilian and military occupations. The ASVAB Career xploration Program (CP) is designed to provide a career assessment (aptitude, interests, and personal preferences) for students. Students learn about careers related to their skills, interests and abilities, as well as education requirements. ach participating school, in conjunction with the ASVAB staff, sets testing dates. Jose Polanco ASVAB Program Manager mail: jose.p.polancogerena. civ@mail.mil Phone: (305) xt 263 Cell: (305) FAX: (305) German Barco ASVAB Test Coordinator mail:german.a.barco.civ@mail.mil Phone: (305) xt 264 Page 1

2 SAT and ACT Students in Grades 11 and 12 in All igh Schools Self-selected Students Paper and Pencil Test s Duration of Test SAT Approximately 180 min on one day ACT Approximately 23 min on one day Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) Students in Grades 6-8 in Read 180 lementary: optional SRI to utilize with Reading Counts! Computer-based Test Duration of Test Untimed iready Diagnostic 1 Students in Grades 1-5 Duration of tests min on one day Computer based Test with headphones SAT: Aug. 26, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2, Mar. 10, May 5, June 2 ACT: Sept. 9, Oct. 28, Dec. 9, Feb. 10, Apr. 14, June 9 August 14, 2017 August 14, 2017 The SAT and ACT are college readiness/entrance exams -ach test is offered several times each year -The schedules are determined by The College Board and ACT -Students register on their own for the SAT or ACT -Online registration is available -Fee waivers are available SAT FY18: 2017: Aug. 26, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec : Mar. 10, May 5, June 2 September 8, 2017 September 22, 2017 M ACT FY18: 2017: Sept. 9, Oct. 28, Dec : Feb. 10, Apr. 14, June 9 The Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) is a standardized reading comprehension assessment that is computer based. It helps determine a student's reading level using lexiles. Results can also be used in conjunction with Reading Counts! to help students find books of interest to the student that are of the appropriate reading level. iready is a computer-adaptive Diagnostic for reading and mathematics that pin points student needs down to the sub-skill level. iready provides ongoing progress monitoring that shows whether students are on track to achieve end-of-year targets. Original Date: 9/8/17 - extended due to urricane General Questions: The College Board (888) SAT-LP ACT (319) District Contact: Becky Youngman Secondary ducation , PX Joseph olcombe Secondary Curriculum , PX Mike Goldstein ducational Technology Technology Support , PX Lisa oskins , PX Page 2

3 Florida Kindergarten Readiness Screener-STAR arly Literacy (FLKRS-STAR arly Literacy) Students entering Kindergarten for the first time Computer-Adaptive Administered within the first 30 school days Duration of Test The Star arly Literacy assessment is an online, adaptive instrument that students complete independently in approximately minutes. School District of Palm Beach County Literacy System: Reading Running Records (RRR) - Trimester 1 Students in Grades K - 5 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test - Approximately 15 to 45 min on one day Florida s for Instruction in Reading (FAIR-FS) - AP1 Students in Grades 3-12 (optional) Web based Module (WAM) Test Duration of Test 45 min on one day August 14, 2017 August 14, 2017 August 14, 2017 In compliance with Section , Florida Statutes, requires FDO to adopt a statewide kindergarten screening instrument that assesses the readiness of each K- enrolled student for kindergarten. The screener shall be administered within the first 30 school days of the school year (our testing window for this year school is August 14 September 26, 2017) based on performance standards adopted by FDO for Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) ducation Programs used in calculating the kindergarten readiness rate for students who were enrolled in VPK. Only screener used for FLKRS. xtension for schools to test until Wednesday, October 18th. Replaces the previous assessment, the Work Sampling System (WSS). October 18, 2017 October 30, 2017 November 3, 2017 / The School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) Literacy System Reading Running Records (RRR) provide teachers with information regarding students' reading levels and their abilities to process and comprehend text. The student data from the School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) Literacy System for the first trimester must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW). ducational Data Warehouse (DW) Deadline for Trimester 1 is Monday, October 30, No Change The Florida Department of ducation (FDO) makes this assessment system available to provide teachers screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring information for guiding reading instruction. All tasks for the Florida s for Instruction in Reading (FAIR-FS) are optional for 3-12 students. Robin White PX: DW/Performance Accountability, DW Support PX Robin White , PX Page 3

4 Industry Certification xams Students in Grades 8-12 enrolled in Industry Certification Tested Courses Paper and pencil or computer based test administration Duration of Tests Varies August 14, 2017 June 1, 2018 Industry Certification xams are an important component of Jeraline Johnson Marsh Career Academies and Career and Technical ducation Programs Choice and Career Options which show students have demonstrated evidence of technical , PX skill attainment and impacts school grades as a part of accelerated coursework component. Industry Certification verifies that individuals have the entry-level skills to perform job functions in the area of certification. The District administers various industry certification exams related to the students program of study and coursework. The industry certification exams are given at different points in time during the school year. For more information on specific exams, please visit cte_resource_manual.asp - Industry Certifications section. Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) - 1 Secondary Students in Grade 6 - Prompt #61 Students in Grade 7 - Prompt #71 Students in Grade 8 - Prompt #81 Students in Grade 9 - Prompt #91 Students in Grade 10 - Prompt #101 Students in Grade 11 - Prompt #101 Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 6 and 7 CBT or Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 8-11 (school decision for Prompt #1-3, CBT only #4) September 5, 2017 October 6, 2017 The Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. ach school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by October 18, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Use September 5, 2017 as the date for data entry. Joseph olcombe Secondary ducation , PX DW/Performance Accountability, DW Support , PX Duration of test Two class periods (90 minutes total) (one class period if block-scheduled) Page 4

5 Florida Standards (FSA) nd-of-course (OC) s - Algebra 1 and Geometry Students who have or will have completed a tested Algebra 1 or Geometry course by the end of the school year (This may include students who were absent during previous OC testing or a student completing the full course by other means such as a virtual or a transfer student) Students who have not earned a proficient score on the Geometry OC as a requirement for scholar diploma designation Computer based Test September 25, 2017 The Florida Standards (FSA) nd-of-course (OC) s are computer based criterion referenced assessments that measure the Florida State Standards for specific courses. October 6, 2017 All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by September 29th. xtended to October 6, More information will be provided when it is available. Duration of Test two 90 min sessions over two days Florida Standards (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) Retakes including Writing Component Students in Grades 11 and 12 who have not yet passed or obtained a concordant score for the Grade 10 FSA LA as required for their graduation Computer-based Test Duration of Test - LA Writing one 120 min session - LA Reading two 90 min sessions September 25, 2017 October 6, 2017 Writing October 13, 2017 Reading The Florida Standards Test (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) is a student achievement test designed to measure high academic standards in LA. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by September 29, xtended to October 6, 2017 (PBT Writing and Reading). All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. *NOT: This is a three day administration Page 5

6 The Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) nd-of-course (OC) s are computer based criterion referenced assessments that measure the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for specific courses. Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) nd-of-course (OC) s - U.S. istory, Biology 1, and Civics Students who will have completed or are completing a tested U.S. istory, Biology 1, or Civics course (This may include students who were absent during previous OC testing or a student completing the full course by other means such as a virtual or a transfer student) Students who have not earned a proficient score on the U.S. istory or Biology 1 OC as a requirement for scholar diploma designation Computer based Test September 25, 2017 October 13, 2017 All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by September 29th. xtended to October 6, *Although the assessment is scheduled for 160 minutes, any student not finished may continue working. Next Generation Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT 2.0) Reading Retake Students in Grade 12 who have not yet passed or obtained a concordant score for the Reading portion of the Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 as required for their graduation Adult ducation students and students with Certificates of Completion who have not yet passed or obtained a concordant score for the Reading portion of the SCT, Grade 10 FCAT or FCAT 2.0 as required for their graduation Computer based Test September 25, 2017 October 13, 2017 The Next Generation Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT 2.0) Reading Retake contains only multiple choice questions. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by September 29th. xtended to October 6, Adult ducation students and students with Certificates of Completion whose graduation requirement includes either the igh School Competency Test (SCT) the Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT) Sunshine State Standards (SSS) reading or the FCAT 2.0 Reading. Fred Barch Adult and Community ducation , PX Duration of Test 2.0 Reading is two sessions over two days, unlimited time (up to half a school day each session) Students must register at a community school through the Department of Adult & Community ducation for this test administration. Page 6

7 The Aprenda 3 is an untimed norm-referenced reading achievement assessment in Spanish. The test assesses reading vocabulary, reading comprehension, spelling, and language. The test results help with programmatic assessments at Dual Language schools, assist teachers to improve and guide instruction in their classrooms, and /M monitor students Spanish academic progress over a period of time. Aprenda 3 All students in Grades 2, 4, and 7 enrolled in Dual Language Programs Paper and Pencil Test Aprenda is an untimed test and is divided into sections. A 10 day window is provided for the assessment to be administered. Under no circumstances should this test be administered in one sitting. Suggested Duration of Test is as follows: Grade 2 4 hours Grades 4 and 7 3 hours October 2, 2017 October 20, /18/17-9/29/17 Originally scheduled (urricane) Training Rescheduled: Tuesday, September 26th Adjusted : 10/2/17-10/20/17 Sandra Medrano-Arroyo Multicultural ducation , PX Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 4 - Prompt #41 Students in Grade 5 - Prompt #51 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test -Grades 4 and min, in one day Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) - 2 Secondary Students in Grade 6 - Prompt #62 Students in Grade 7 - Prompt #72 Students in Grade 8 - Prompt #82 Students in Grade 9 - Prompt #92 Students in Grade 10 - Prompt #102 Students in Grade 11 - Prompt #102 Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 6 and 7 CBT or Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 8-11 (school decision for Prompt #1-3, CBT only #4) Duration of test two class periods (90 minutes total) (one class period if block-scheduled) October 9, 2017 October 9, 2017 October 15, 2017 November 6, 2017 The Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. ach school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by October 23, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Use October 9, 2017 as the date for data entry. ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse. (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by November 15, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Use October 9, 2017 as the date for data entry. DW/Performance Accountability, DW Support , PX Joseph olcombe Secondary ducation , PX DW/Performance Accountability, DW Support , PX Page 7

8 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT 8/9/NMSQT) Students in Grade 8-10 (free) Optional - Self-selected students in Grade 11, as qualifying test for National Merit Scholarship (fee based) Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test min iready Diagnostic 1 Students in Kindergarten Duration of tests min on one day Computer based Test with headphones Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) Students in Grades 6-8 in Read 180 lementary: optional SRI to utilize with Reading Counts! Computer based Test Duration of Test Untimed Sunshine State Scholars Recognition Program Testing Selected students in Grade 11 (Optional on the part of the student) Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test Approximately 240 min October 27, 2017 October 17, 2017 October 16, 2017 October 11, 2017 October 11, 2017 October 27, 2017 November 3, 2017 October 27, 2017 M The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying General Questions: Test (PSAT 8/9/NMSQT) measures verbal reasoning, critical The College Board Reading, Mathematics problem solving, and Writing skills. PSAT (ducator otline) (888) For more information go to: coordinate/ register. No changes iready is a computer-adaptive Diagnostic for reading and mathematics that pin points student needs down to the sub-skill level. iready provides ongoing progress monitoring that shows whether students are on track to achieve end-of-year targets. No changes The Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) is a standardized reading comprehension assessment that is computer based. It helps determine a student's reading level using lexiles. Results can also be used in conjunction with Reading Counts! to help students find books of interest to the student that are of the appropriate reading level. Sunshine State Scholars Recognition Program Testing examinations are administered to students who have been designated as the outstanding Mathematics/Science students for their school. Specific information, including the selection of school nominees and administration of the assessments, will be sent to schools at a later date. District Contacts: Becky Youngman Secondary Curriculum , PX Lisa oskins , PX Joseph olcombe Secondary Curriculum , PX Mike Goldstein ducational Technology Technology Support , PX Diana Snider - Mathematics Secondary ducation , PX Jennifer Davis - Science Secondary ducation , PX Page 8

9 Florida s for Instruction in Reading (FAIR-FS) - AP2 Students in Grades 3-12 (optional) Web based Module (WAM) Test Duration of Test 45 min on one day Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 3 - Prompt #31 (Optional) Students in Grade 4 - Prompt #42 Students in Grade 5 - Prompt #52 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test -Grade min, over one or two days -Grades 4 and min, in one day Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) - 3 Secondary Students in Grade 6 - Prompt #63 Students in Grade 7 - Prompt #73 Students in Grade 8 - Prompt #83 Students in Grade 9 - Prompt #93 Students in Grade 10 - Prompt #103 Students in Grade 11 - Prompt #103 Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 6 and 7 CBT or Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 8-11 (school decision for Prompt #1-3, CBT only #4) Duration of test Two class periods (90 minutes total) (one class period if block-scheduled) November 6, 2017 November 13, 2017 November 13, 2017 The Florida Department of ducation (FDO) makes this assessment system available to provide teachers screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring information for guiding reading instruction. / All tasks for the Florida s for Instruction in Reading (FAIR-FS) testing are optional for 3-12 students. February 9, 2018 November 17, 2017 December 15, 2017 ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by December 8, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Use November 13, 2017 as the date for data entry. ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by December 15, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Use November 13, 2017 as the date for data entry. Robin White , PX DW/Performance Accountability, DW Support , PX Joseph olcombe Secondary ducation , PX DW/Performance Accountability, DW Support , PX Page 9

10 Florida Standards (FSA) nd-of-course (OC) s - Algebra 1 and Geometry Students who have or will have completed a tested Algebra 1 or Geometry course by the end of the school year (This may include students who were absent during previous OC testing or a student completing the full course by other means such as a virtual or a transfer student) Students who have not earned a proficient score on the Geometry OC as a requirement for scholar diploma designation Computer based Test Duration of Test two 90 min sessions over two days November 27, 2017 The Florida Standards (FSA) nd-of-course (OC) s are computer based criterion referenced assessments that measure the Florida State Standards for specific courses. December 15, 2017 All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by December 8, More information will be provided when it is available. Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) nd-of-course (OC) s - U.S. istory, Biology 1, and Civics Students who will have completed or are completing a tested U.S. istory, Biology 1, or Civics course (This may include students who were absent during previous OC testing or a student completing the full course by other means such as a virtual or a transfer student) Students who have not earned a proficient score on the U.S. istory or Biology 1 OC as a requirement for scholar diploma designation November 27, 2017 December 15, 2017 The Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) nd-of-course (OC) s are computer based criterion referenced assessments that measure the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for specific courses. All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by December 8, *Although the assessment is scheduled for 160 minutes, any student not finished may continue working. Computer based Test Duration of Test 160 min* lementary School Diagnostic Tests Students in Grades 3-5 Paper and Pencil Test (PBT) - Grade 3 LA - Grade 5 Science Computer-based Test (CBT) - Grade 3 Mathematics - Grades 4 and 5 LA and Mathematics Duration of Test 90 min (recommended) over 2 days November 27, 2017 December 15, 2017 Diagnostic Tests are used to assess student performance on selected benchmarks for the Florida Standards (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA), Mathematics and the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) Science. Procedures/Paper Pencil Carla Kendall , PX Page 10

11 District Midterm and Semester xams Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology 1, U.S. istory, and World istory Students enrolled in appropriate courses Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 120 min December 18, 2017 December 21, 2017 District Midterm and Semester xams for first semester will be administered during the regularly scheduled exam window (Monday, December 18 - Thursday, December 21, 2017). More information will be provided when available. Diana Snider - Mathematics Secondary ducation , PX Jennifer Davis - Science Secondary ducation , PX Lori Dool - Social Studies Secondary ducation , PX Carla Kendall Online , PX Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 2 - Prompt #21 (Optional) Paper and Pencil Test Duration of test 120 min, over one or two days December 18, 2017 December 21, 2017 ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by January 15, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Use December 18, 2017 as the date for data entry. DW/Performance Accountability DW Support , PX Title I Parent and Family ngagement Survey Parents of Students in Grades K - 12 in Title I Schools Paper and Pencil Duration of Survey Untimed January 8, 2018 February 2, 2018 / The Title I Parent and Family ngagement Survey is sent to all Title I schools district wide to be distributed to all parents/families. Survey responses are collected after a three (3) week period. The district report, school report and yearly comparison report are sent to all Title I school principals for planning future programming. Survey results are included in the required Parent and Family ngagement Plans of Title I schools. Sandra Sanchez Federal and State Programs , PX Page 11

12 School ealth Profiles Survey Principal (or designee, such as AP) and Science Teacher who oversees uman Growth & Development Participation is encouraged Paper and Pencil Test Duration of survey Untimed Secondary School Diagnostic Tests Students in Grades 6-10 Paper and Pencil Test (PBT) - Grade 8 Science Computer-based Test (CBT) - Grade 6-10 LA - Grade 6-8 Mathematics - Civics Duration of Test 120 min (recommended) Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) Students in Grades 6-8 in Read 180 lementary: optional SRI to utilize with Reading Counts! Computer based Test Duration of Test Untimed January 8, 2018 January 9, 2018 DRAFT January 9, 2018 The School ealth Profiles (Profiles) is a system of surveys assessing school health policies and practices in states, large urban school districts, and territories. Profiles surveys are conducted biennially by education and health agencies among middle and high school principals and lead health education teachers. Profiles monitors the current status of: February 16, 2018 January 26, 2018 DRAFT January 31, 2018 M School health education requirements and content Physical education and physical activity Practices related to bullying and sexual harassment School health policies related to tobacco-use prevention and nutrition School-based health services Family engagement and community involvement School health coordination Diagnostic Tests are used to assess student performance on selected benchmarks for the Florida Standards (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA), Mathematics, and the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) Science and Civics. The Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) is a standardized reading comprehension assessment that is computer based. It helps determine a student's reading level using lexiles. Results can also be used in conjunction with Reading Counts! to help students find books of interest to the student that are of the appropriate reading level. William "Pete" Stewart Secondary ducation , PX Diana Fedderman Secondary ducation , PX Procedures/Paper Pencil Carla Kendall , PX Joseph olcombe Secondary Curriculum , PX Mike Goldstein ducational Technology Technology Support , PX Page 12

13 iready is a computer-adaptive Diagnostic for reading and mathematics that pin points student needs down to the sub-skill level. iready provides ongoing progress monitoring that shows whether students are on track to achieve end-of-year targets. iready Diagnostic 2 Students in Grades K-5 Duration of tests min on one day Computer based Test with headphones School District of Palm Beach County Literacy System: Reading Running Records (RRR) - Trimester 2 Students in Grades K - 5 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test - Approximately 15 to 45 min on one day January 9, 2018 January 9, 2018 February 2, 2018 February 16, 2018 The School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) Literacy System Reading Running Records (RRR) provide teachers with information regarding students' reading levels and their abilities to process and comprehend text. The student data from the School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) Literacy System for the second trimester must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW). Lisa oskins , PX DW/Performance Accountability DW Support PX ducational Data Warehouse (DW) Deadline for Trimester 2 is Friday, February 16, Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) - 4 Secondary Students in Grade 6 - Prompt #64 Students in Grade 7 - Prompt #74 Students in Grade 8 - Prompt #84 Students in Grade 9 - Prompt #104 Students in Grade 11 - Prompt #104 Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 6 and 7 Computer Based Only - Grades 8-11 Duration of Test 120 min, in one sitting School ffectiveness Questionnaire (SQ) Parent Version Parents of students in Grades K - 12 January 10, 2018 February 2, 2018 ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by February 2, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use January 10, 2018 as the date for data entry. School ffectiveness Questionnaires (SQ) Parent version is being administered this year by either paper and pencil, online or via telephone. Joseph olcombe Secondary ducation , PX DW/Performance Accountability DW Support PX Paper and Pencil or computer-based. Duration of Questionnaire Untimed January 11, 2018 (tentative) February 23, 2018 (tentative) / More information will be provided when available. Randy Powell Research and valuation , PX Page 13

14 School ffectiveness Questionnaire (SQ) Student Version Students in Grades 5-12 Paper and Pencil or computer-based. Duration of Questionnaire Untimed January 11, 2018 (tentative) February 23, 2018 (tentative) School ffectiveness Questionnaire (SQ) Student version Randy Powell is being administered this year by paper and pencil, online Research and valuation or via telephone , PX / More information will be provided when available. School ffectiveness Questionnaire (SQ) Teacher/Staff Version School based Teachers and Staff Computer-based Duration of Questionnaire Untimed January 11, 2018 (tentative) February 23, 2018 (tentative) / The School ffectiveness Questionnaire (SQ) Teacher/Staff version will again be administered online. ach teacher (including administrators) will receive instructions and a unique URL hyperlink in their District from a third party purveyor. The hyperlink cannot be shared. The survey takes 10 to 15 minutes to complete and must be completed in one sitting. Randy Powell Research and valuation , PX More information will be provided when available. Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 3 - Prompt #32 (Optional) Students in Grade 4 - Prompt #43 Students in Grade 5 - Prompt #53 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of test -Grade min, over one or two days -Grades 4 and min, in one day National of ducational Progress (NAP) Students in Grades 4, 8, and 12 at selected schools Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 90 to 120 min January 22, 2018 January 29, 2018 January 26, 2018 March 9, 2018 / ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by February 9, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use January 22, 2017 as the date for data entry. Florida is required to participate in the FY18 administration of the National of ducational Progress (NAP). Additional information will be provided to selected schools when available. DW/Performance Accountability DW Support , PX Page 14

15 Assessing Comprehension and Communication in nglish State to State for nglish Language Learners (ACCSS for LLs 2.0) All "LY" students in Grades K - 12 Duration of Test - varies Alternate ACCSS for LLs is administered to students on Access Points that are also coded with LY status. Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 2 - Prompt #22 (Optional) Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 120 min, over one or two days January 29, 2018 February 8, 2018 The Florida Department of ducation (FDO) will use Assessing Comprehension and Communication in nglish State to State for nglish Language Learners (ACCSS for LLs 2.0), the replacement for the Comprehensive nglish Language Learning (CLLA), as a tool to measure the progress of nglish Language Learners' (LLs) / proficiency in nglish, thus ensuring the skills needed in school to achieve at high levels academically. March 23, 2018 February 15, 2018 Schools will be notified as more information becomes available. ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by February 22, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use February 8, 2018 as the date for data entry. Aimee White Multicultural ducation , PX DW/Performance Accountability DW Support , PX Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 4 - Prompt #44 Students in Grade 5 - Prompt #54 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of test -Grades min, in one day February 12, 2018 February 15, 2018 ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by February 26, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use February 12, 2018 as the date for data entry. DW/Performance Accountability DW Support PX Page 15

16 Florida s for Instruction in Reading (FAIR-FS) - AP3 Students in Grades 3-12 (optional) Web based Module (WAM) Test Duration of Test 45 min on one day Florida Standards (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) - Writing Component Students in Grade 11 or 12 who have not passed the FSA Grade 10 LA Computer Based - Grades 11 and 12 Florida Standards Alternate (FSAA) Students nrolled in: - Grades 3-10 LA - Grades 3-8 Mathematics - Grades 5 & 8 Science - Access Algebra 1 - Access Biology 1 - Access Civics - Access Geometry - Access U.S. istory Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test Untimed Florida Standards (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) Writing Component Students in Grades 4-10 Paper and Pencil Test - Grades 4-7 Computer Based - Grades 8-10 Duration of Test 120 min March 1, 2018 February 26, 2018 February 26, 2018 February 12, 2018 The Florida Department of ducation (FDO) makes this assessment system available to provide teachers screening, diagnostic, and progress monitoring information for guiding reading instruction. / All tasks for the Florida s for Instruction in Reading (FAIR-FS) testing are optional for 3-12 students. June 1, 2018 March 2, 2018 April 27, 2018 March 9, 2018 / / The Florida Standards Test (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) - Writing Component is a student achievement test designed to measure high academic standards in writing. All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administed the assessment. More information will be provided when available. The Florida Standards Alternate (FSAA) replaces Florida Alternate (FAA) and is administered to students with disabilities whose Individual ducation Plan (IP) excludes them from state standardized testing. February 26 - April 13 March 12 - April 27 Gr 3-8 LA Gr 9 & 10 LA Gr 3-8 Math Gr 9 & 10 Writing Gr 4-8 Writing Algebra 1 Gr 5 & 8 Science Biology 1 Civics Geometry U.S. istory The Florida Standard Test (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) - Wriging Component is a student achievement test designed to measure high academic standards in writing. All students who are elgible to be tsted and are present must be administered the assessment. More information will be provided when available. Robin White , PX Kerry Rawn xceptional Student ducation , PX Page 16

17 SAT (District wide School day ) Students in Grade 11 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test Approximately 225 min March 7, 2018 March 7, 2108 The SAT is a globally recognized college admissions test. It tests students knowledge of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics. Most colleges and universities use the SAT to make admissions decisions and a successful score on the SAT is accepted as a college readiness indicator. Schools will receive specific direction on registration and test administration. All participating students will also be given free access to an online SAT preparation course. General Questions: The College Board (888) SAT-LP District Contact: Becky Youngman Secondary Curriculum , PX Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 1 - Prompt #11 Students in Grade 2 - Prompt #23 Students in Grade 3 - Prompt #33 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of test 120 min, over one or two days March 12, 2018 March 16, 2018 ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by March 29, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use March 12, 2018 as the date for data entry. DW/Performance Accountability DW Support PX Florida Standards (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) Retake Students in Grades 11 and 12 who have not yet passed or obtained a concordant score for the Reading portion of the Grade 10 FSA LA as required for their graduation Computer-based Test March 19, 2018 April 6, 2018 The Florida Standards Test (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) is a student achievement test designed to measure high academic standards in LA. All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. More information will be provided when available. Duration of Test - LA Reading two 90 min sessions over two days Page 17

18 Next Generation Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT 2.0) Reading Retake Students in Grade 12 who have not yet passed or obtained a concordant score for the Reading portion of the Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 as required for their graduation Adult ducation students and students with Certificates of Completion who have not yet passed or obtained a concordant score for the Reading portion of the SCT, Grade 10 FCAT or FCAT 2.0 as required for their graduation Computer based Test Duration of Test 2.0 Reading is two sessions over two days, unlimited time (up to half a school day each session) March 19, 2018 The Next Generation Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT 2.0) Reading Retake contains only multiple choice questions. April 6, 2018 Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by March 29, Adult ducation students and students with Certificates of Completion whose graduation requirement includes either the igh School Competency Test (SCT) the Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT) Sunshine State Standards (SSS) Reading or the FCAT 2.0 Reading. Students must register at a community school through the Department of Adult & Community ducation for this test administration. More information will be provided when it is available. Guarn Sims Adult and Community ducation , PX Florida Standards (FSA) nd-of-course (OC) s - Algebra 1 Retake An FSA Algebra 1 Retake window (March 19-April 6) has been added in the spring to allow for earlier score reporting of this assessment for graduating seniors. Students who are not first time test takers and have not received a passing score on Algebra 1 Computer based Test Duration of Test two 90 min sessions over two days Pre-Graduation Senior Survey Students in Grade 12 Computer based Survey Duration of Survey Untimed March 19, 2018 March 27, 2018 April 6, 2018 June 1, 2018 Grade 11 and below first-time test takers will participate in the April 16-May 11 testing window. Students may not participate in both spring FSA Algebra 1 administrations. The retake administration of the FSA Algebra 1 OC occurs in the spring only; students retaking the assessment in fall, winter, or summer will participate in the established FSA Algebra 1 OC assessment windows (no retake designation). The results of this survey indicate the graduation plans for high school seniors, including postsecondary education plans, employment, and career goals. Feedback regarding career decision making, educational opportunities, postsecondary preparation, and academic support is provided to school and district administrators for program planning. Amy Mazzocco Support Services , PX Page 18

19 Advanced International Certificate of ducation (AIC)/Cambridge Tests Students nrolled in Cambridge (AIC) Courses Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Tests Varies March 27, 2018 The Departments of Secondary ducation and Adult & Community ducation work with school based administrators to coordinate this testing program. xams are created and issued by Cambridge University. June 8, 2018 The Advanced International Certificate of ducation (AIC) Coordinators at each school place exam orders directly with Cambridge. For more information on dates, deadlines and ordering exams, go to: General Questions: Cambridge/AIC contacts: Sherry Reach Regional Manager-Americas (850) District Contact: Becky Youngman Secondary ducation , PX Florida Standards s (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) Students in Grade 3 - Grade 3 LA Paper/Pencil Based Test Duration of Test - two 80 min sessions over two days April 9, 2018 April 13, 2018 The Florida Standards Tests (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) is a student achievement test designed to measure high academic standards in reading. All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. More information will be provided when available. Florida Standards (FSA) nglish Language Arts (LA) and Mathematics Students in Grades LA Students in Grades Mathematics (XCPTION: any middle school student currently enrolled in an Algebra 1 or Geometry OC tested course will not be assessed with the Grade level Mathematics FSA) Computer-based Test Duration of Test - two min sessions over 2 days - LA - two or three min sessions over 2 days - Mathematics April 16, 2018 May 11, 2018 / The Florida Standards Test (FSA) is a student achievement test designed to measure high academic standards in LA and Mathematics. All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by April 27, More information will be provided when available. Page 19

20 The Florida Standards (FSA) nd-of-course (OC) s are computer based criterion referenced assessments that measure the Florida State Standards for specific courses. Florida Standards (FSA) nd-of-course (OC) s - Algebra 1 and Geometry Students who have or will have completed a tested Algebra 1 or Geometry course by the end of the school year (This may include students who were absent during previous OC testing or a student completing the full course by other means such as a virtual or a transfer student) Students who have not earned a proficient score on the Geometry OC as a requirement for scholar diploma designation April 16, 2018 May 11, 2018 All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by April 27, More information will be provided when it is available. Computer based Test Duration of Test two 90 min sessions over two days Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) nd-of-course (OC) s - U.S. istory, Biology 1, and Civics Students who will have completed or are completing a tested U.S. istory, Biology 1, or Civics course (This may include students who were absent during previous OC testing or a student completing the full course by other means such as a virtual or a transfer student) Students who have not earned a proficient score on the U.S. istory or Biology 1 OC as a requirement for scholar diploma designation April 16, 2018 May 11, 2018 The Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) nd-of-course (OC) s are computer based criterion referenced assessments that measure the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for specific courses. All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. Paper-pencil tests for accommodated students must be completed by April 27, *Although the assessment is scheduled for 160 minutes, any student not finished may continue working. Computer based Test More information will be provided when it is available. Duration of Test 160 min* Page 20

21 The student data from the School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) Literacy System for the third trimester must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW). ducational Data Warehouse (DW) Deadline for Trimester 3 is Friday, May 25, School District of Palm Beach County Literacy System: Reading Running Records (RRR) - Trimester 3 Students in Grades K - 5 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test - Approximately 15 to 45 min on one day April 16, 2018 May 25, 2018 DW/Performance Accountability DW Support PX Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 1 - Prompt #12 ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. Paper and Pencil Test Duration of test 120 min, over one or two days April 23, 2018 April 27, 2018 The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by May 7, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use April 23, 2018 as the date for data entry. DW/Performance Accountability DW Support PX International Baccalaureate (IB) Tests Students nrolled in International Baccalaureate (IB) Courses Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Tests Varies April 26, 2018 May 18, 2018 The Departments of Secondary Curriculum and Adult & Community ducation work with school based administrators to coordinate this testing program. xams are created and issued by the International Baccalaureate Organisation. For more information on dates, deadlines and ordering exams, go to: General Questions: Refer to the 2018 Diploma Programme procedures handbook District Contact: Becky Youngman Secondary Curriculum , PX Page 21

22 Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 2 - Prompt #24 ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 120 min, over one or two days April 30, 2018 May 4, 2018 The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by May 14, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use April 30, 2018 as the date for data entry. DW/Performance Accountability DW Support , PX Next Generation Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT 2.0) Science Students in Grades 5 and 8 Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 160 min Grade 5 is 80 mins over two days Grade 8 is 160 minutes over one day April 30, 2018 May 4, 2018 /M The Next Generation Florida Comprehensive Test (FCAT 2.0) is a student achievement test designed to measure high academic standards in Science. All students who are eligible to be tested and are present must be administered the assessment. More information will be provided when available. iready Diagnostic 3 Students in Grades K-5 Duration of tests min on one day Computer based Test with headphones Advanced Placement (AP) Tests Students nrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) Courses April 30, 2018 May 25, 2018 iready is a computer-adaptive Diagnostic for reading and mathematics that pin points student needs down to the sub-skill level. iready provides ongoing progress monitoring that shows whether students are on track to achieve end-of-year targets. Lisa oskins , PX Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Tests Varies May 7, 2018 May 25, 2018 The Departments of Secondary Curriculum and Adult & Community ducation work with school based administrators to coordinate this testing program. Palm Beach Virtual School and Florida Virtual School also offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses, although arrangements must be made in advance for exams to be taken at a school site. xams are created and issued by the College Board. General Questions: The College Board (888) CALL-4-AP ( ) District Contact: Becky Youngman Secondary Curriculum , PX For more information on dates, deadlines and ordering exams, go to: Page 22

23 Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) Students in Grades 6-8 in Read 180 lementary: optional SRI to utilize with Reading Counts! Computer based Test Duration of Test Untimed Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) lementary Students in Grade 3 - Prompt #34 May 7, 2018 May 25, 2018 M The Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) is a standardized reading comprehension assessment that is computer based. It helps determine a student's reading level using lexiles. Results can also be used in conjunction with Reading Counts! to help students find books of interest to the student that are of the appropriate reading level. ach Palm Beach Performance (PBPA) is designed to measure students' proficiency in nglish Language Arts (LA) through writing. Joseph olcombe Secondary Curriculum , PX Mike Goldstein ducational Technology Technology Support , PX Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 120 min, over one or two days May 14, 2018 May 18, 2018 The school is responsible for scoring responses and ducational Data Warehouse (DW). (PBPA) must be posted to the ducational Data Warehouse (DW) by May 25, 2018 at 6:00 PM. Use May 14, 2018 as the date for data entry. DW/Performance Accountability DW Support , PX District Final and Semester xams World istory Students enrolled in appropriate course District Final and Semester xams for second semester will be administered during the regularly scheduled exam window. Lori Dool- Social Studies Secondary ducation , PX Paper and Pencil Test Duration of Test 120 min May 30, 2018 June 1, 2018 More information will be provided when available. Carla Kendall Online , PX Page 23