Westerville City School District

Westerville City School District 2016 2017 Assessment Inventory Assessment Grade Level(s) District, State or National Assessment Page # Advanced Placement (AP) 9 12 National 3 Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) 3 8, 10 State 4 American College Testing (ACT) 9 12 National 5 American College Testing (ACT) Compass Career and Technical Education Assessment (CTE) 9 12 National 6 9 12 State 7 Elementary Diagnostics K 3 State 8 Fountas & Pinnell (F&P) Benchmark Assessment System in Reading K 5 District 9 International Baccalaureate (IB) 11 12 National 10 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) K State 11 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Ohio English Language Proficiency Assessment (OELPA) K 12 National 12 K 12 State 13 1

Ohio Graduation Test (OGT) Graduation Cohort 2017 State 14 Ohio s State Tests (OST) in English Language Arts (Reading), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies 3 12 State 15 Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) 9 12 National 16 Project Lead the Way (PLTW) 9 12 National 17 Riverside Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test 6 District 18 Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) 9 12 National 19 STAR and STAR Early Literacy K 8 District 20 TenMarks 3 5 District 21 TerraNova / InView / Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test Second Edition (NNAT) 2, 5 District 22 TerraNova 3 Complete Battery 3 District 23 2

Advanced Placement (AP) AP Assessments are given during the first two full weeks of May and are used to measure a student s mastery of the AP course content. Based on the students scores, 1 to 5, they could earn college credit. High School AP Biology AP Environmental Science AP Calculus A/B AP Physics 1 & 2 AP Calculus B/C AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Chemistry AP Statistics AP Computer Science AP U.S. History AP English Language AP U.S. Government & Politics AP English Literature AP World History May 1 12, 2017 Cost The cost of each AP Exam is $93. Fee waivers are available to those who qualify. Students should see their guidance counselor for more information. No changes expected. 3

Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities (AASCD) The AASCD is given to students who, per their IEP, are to take an alternate assessment of the required state testing. The assessment measures a student s mastery of the Ohio Academic Content Standards Extended. Based on their performance, students are placed into one of five performance levels: advanced, accelerated, proficient, basic, or limited. Student achievement from the AASCD is factored in the calculation of the Performance Index on the state report card. Grades 3 8: English Language Arts (ELA) & Math Grades 5 & 8: Science Grade 10: ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies February 21 through April 13, 2017 No changes expected. 4

American College Testing (ACT) The ACT is a national college admissions examination that consists of subject area tests in: English, Reading, Mathematics, and Science. The ACT includes 215 multiple choice questions and takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete, including a short break (or just over four hours if you are taking the ACT Plus Writing). Actual testing time is 2 hours and 55 minutes (plus 30 minutes if you are taking the ACT Plus Writing). The ACT is administered on six test dates within the US. ACT results are accepted by all four year colleges and universities in the US. The main four tests are scored individually on a scale of 1 36. The Composite Score is the average of a student s four test scores, rounded to the nearest whole number. Fractions less than one half are rounded down; fractions one half or more are rounded up. High School* Throughout the year. Visit this link for specific dates: http://www.actstudent.org/regist/dates.html Cost The cost of the ACT (without writing) is $39.50; ACT (with writing) is $56.50. Additional registration fees and services may apply. Fee waivers are available to those who qualify. Students should see their guidance counselor for more information. Upcoming Changes Beginning with graduation cohort 2018, students will take this assessment free of charge when they are juniors. *Some middle school students may participate in ACT testing as part of academic talent search organizations. 5

American College Testing (ACT) Compass (No Longer Available) ACT Compass is a computer adaptive college placement test that lets educators: Evaluate incoming students' skill levels in Reading, Writing Skills, Writing Essay, Math, and English as a Second Language Place students in appropriate courses Connect students to the resources they need to achieve academic success Students often take the ACT Compass to gain admittance into schools such as Columbus State. High School Throughout the year. Cost Providing students the opportunity to take this test free of charge continues to be a priority for the district. The Compass was discontinued this past school year by ACT and will no longer be used for placement. 6

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Assessment Today, most every secondary CTE program has a required pathway test or portfolio available. Many programs are using new pathway tests comprised of a sequence of end of course tests, including the Biomedical and Business & Administrative Services pathways. All tests are administered electronically through a web based application. All CTE tests are developed and administered by The Ohio State University through a proprietary system called WebXam. High School Career and Technical Education Courses At the end of the CTE course. Cut scores were set for courses in the Business & Administrative Services pathway after field testing ended in May 2016. The term cut score refers to the lowest possible score on an exam, standardized test, high stakes test, or other form of assessment that a student must earn to either pass or be considered proficient. 7

Elementary Diagnostics The primary purpose of the diagnostic assessments is to check the progress of the students towards meeting State standards. Results from the diagnostics are used by classroom teachers to inform their instructional planning. Kindergarten: KRA English Literacy Portion or STAR Early Literacy Grade 1: Reading (STAR Early Literacy), Math (State Diagnostic), Writing (State Diagnostic) Grade 2: Reading (STAR), Math (State Diagnostic), Writing (State Diagnostic) Grade 3: Reading (STAR) KRA By November 1, 2016 Reading (STAR Early Literacy and STAR) By September 30, 2016 Math (State of Ohio) By October 28, 2016 Writing (State of Ohio) By October 28, 2016 No changes expected. 8

Fountas & Pinnell (F&P) Benchmark Assessment System in Reading Teachers conduct F&Ps for the purpose of evaluating student reading and comprehension. This tool determines each child's instructional and independent reading level. For more detailed information on the F&P assessment, go to http://www.heinemann.com/fountasandpinnell K 5 As needed during the course of the year. No changes expected. 9

International Baccalaureate (IB) These summative assessments, combined with projects, interviews, and lab reports, determine a student s final IB grade, which could earn college credit. Founded in 1968, the International Baccalaureate (IB) is a non profit educational foundation offering four highly respected programs of international education that develop the intellectual, personal, emotional and social skills needed to live, learn and work in a rapidly globalizing world. Schools must be authorized, by the IB organization, to offer any of the programs. Westerville South High School is the only approved IB High School in the Westerville Schools. IB coursework is available to 11th and 12th graders. English French Spanish Business History Information and Technology Psychology Biology Chemistry Physics Math Music Theory Visual Arts April 28 through May 19, 2017 Cost Initial registration fee of $168 and an exam fee of $116 per course. No changes expected. 10

Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) The Kindergarten Readiness Assessment (KRA) replaced the KRA L in the 2014 15 school year, and was developed as an assessment tool to identify early reading skills. It is a required assessment for all children entering kindergarten for the first time. The KRA is a more comprehensive assessment to measure a child s school readiness in the following six components: social skills, mathematics, science, social studies, language and literacy, and physical well being and motor development. Kindergarten August/September 2016 Ohio Department of Education personnel are looking to make more items available that allow students to use technology/digital devices to answer the questions. 11

National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what America's students know and can do in various subject areas. Assessments are conducted periodically in mathematics, reading, science, writing, the arts, civics, economics, geography, U.S. history, and Technology and Engineering Literacy (TEL). Grades K 12 at Specific Buildings Randomly Chosen Each Year to Participate February/March 2017 NAEP is transitioning to computer based assessments. 12

Ohio English Language Proficiency Assessment (OELPA) The OELPA fulfills the state and federal requirement to annually assess K 12 students who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) and measures their English language proficiency. The test measures four areas: Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Student scores are used to measure the district s performance on the Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives (AMAO). The Ohio English Language Proficiency Assessment for the 21st Century (OELPA) replaced the OTELA during the 2015 2016 school year. Grades K 12: Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening February 8 through March 24, 2017 No changes expected. 13

Ohio Graduation Test (OGT) Students must pass all five parts of the Ohio Graduation Tests (OGT) in order to receive a high school diploma (also refer to Alternative Pathway for Eligibility for a Diploma). The OGTs are aligned to Ohio's academic content standards, which were adopted by the State Board of Education in English language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Graduation Cohort 2017 Week of October 24, 2016, and Week of March 13, 2017 House Bill 487 updated Ohio s graduation requirements to ensure that all students are ready for success in college and work. As a result, the Class of 2017 will be the last students to take the current OGT. 14

Ohio s State Tests (OST) in English Language Arts (Reading), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies All districts and schools with eligible students are required to administer State tests in reading, math, science and social studies. Each test is divided into specific units. Tests are aligned to Ohio s academic content standards. American Institutes for Research (AIR) is the vendor for these tests. Grades 3 9 In High School, tests include: Geometry, Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology (Physical Science 2014 2015 School Year), American History, and American Government. Varies by grade level, but starts in *April 2017 *Grade 3 English Language Arts Test, November 10 11, 2016, and in April 2017 (Due to Third Grade Reading Guarantee) No changes expected. 15

Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) The PSAT helps students become college ready by providing detailed feedback on skills, access to scholarships and personalized online tools, and practice for the SAT. The PSAT assesses the critical reading, mathematics, and writing skills of students. Students taking the PSAT are automatically screened for the National Merit Scholarship Program; it s usually juniors who meet entry requirements. For additional information, go to the following link: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat nmsqt psat 10?navId=gh pn High School October 19, 2016 Cost The cost of each PSAT Exam is $16. Fee waivers are available to those who qualify. Students should see their guidance counselor for more information. The PSAT was redesigned with the first test administration of the new test in October 2015. Students can now also connect via their College Board and Khan Academy accounts to get free personalized SAT study recommendations. Category Pre 2015 PSAT New PSAT Total Testing Time 2 hrs. 10 min. 2 hrs. 45 min. Components Critical Reading, Writing, Mathematics Evidence Based Reading and Writing Important Features Emphasis on general reasoning skills Emphasis on vocabulary, often in limited contexts Complex scoring (a point for a correct answer and a deduction for an incorrect answer; blank responses have no impact on scores) Focus on the knowledge, skills, and understandings that research has identified as most important for college and career readiness and success Greater emphasis on the meaning of words in extended contexts and on how word choice shapes meaning, tone, and impact Rights only scoring (no penalty for guessing) Score Reporting Scale ranging from 60 to 240 Scale ranging from 20 to 80 for Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing The scale ranges for the PSAT 10 scores are 320 1520 for the total score, 160 760 for each of two section scores, and 8 38 for test scores. Subscore Reporting None Subscores for every test, providing added insight for students, parents, educators, and counselors 16

Project Lead the Way (PLTW) PLTW assessment program includes a summative assessment series for 11 of the 13 high school courses. All assessments are administered online, eliminating the need for teachers to grade and manually enter test scores. Each course contains a single End of Course assessment composed of approximately 60 selected response items. Students have a total of 80 minutes to complete the online assessment. Since most class periods will not allow for a single 80 minute testing block, the assessment system allows for the test to be broken up into two 40 minute subtests. The End of Course assessments are constructed to be indicators of student achievement. Test users utilize the scores in many ways, including as the basis for student recognition by colleges, universities, and other institutions, as well as for accountability decisions at local schools, post secondary institutions, and state departments of education. PLTW also uses the aggregated information to make data driven curricular and professional development adjustments. High School PLTW courses. At the end of a PLTW course. PLTW is reviewing options with the state and College Board to determine if their End of Course Exam can be used in place of Career and Technical Education (CTE) assessments or PLTW courses can qualify as AP level coursework. 17

Riverside Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test The Riverside Assessment is used as one of several data points to support decisions about student placement into advanced mathematics courses. The assessment emphasis is on the skills needed to be successful in preparation for Algebra. The four subtests focus on the following areas: Pre Algebraic Number Skills and Concepts, Interpreting Mathematical Information, Representing Relationships, and Using Symbols. These areas are reflective of the state standards and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) recommendations. Grade 6 Spring No changes expected. 18

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that tests a student s knowledge of reading, writing and math, with an optional SAT Essay. Most students take the SAT during their junior or senior year of high school, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions. For more specific and additional information, go to the following link: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat High School Throughout the year. Visit this link for specific dates: https://sat.collegeboard.org/register/sat us dates Cost Fee waivers are available to those who qualify. Students should see their guidance counselor for more information. SAT with Essay $57.00 SAT without Essay $45.00 The SAT was redesigned with the first test administration of the new test in March 2016. Changes in scoring have recently taken place. Go to this link for more information: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/scores/understanding scores/sat score co nverter 19

STAR Early Literacy and STAR STAR Reading includes new skills based test items and new in depth reports for screening, instructional planning, progress monitoring, and Ohio s Learning Standards benchmarking. Educators have immediate access to skill specific, actionable data to target instruction and practice, select students for intervention, and predict performance on Ohio s State Tests. STAR is also used to provide a Student Growth Percentile (value added) in grades 2 and 3. Kindergarten (STAR Early Literacy) Grades 1 8 (STAR) Monthly/Quarterly Beginning in the 2016 2017 school year, STAR will be used to ascertain student growth in reading for grades K 2 students. 20

TenMarks The primary purpose of the assessment is for benchmarking and checking the progress of the students towards meeting State standards. Results from the assessment are used by classroom teachers to inform their instructional planning. Grades 3 5 Three times during the year (beginning, mid year and end of year) No changes expected. 21

TerraNova / InView / Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test Second Edition (NNAT) The TerraNova is a norm referenced assessment, which means it ranks students based on scale scores and assigns students a national percentile. This assessment is a standardized way to compare our students performance to students from across the nation. The TerraNova is also used for gifted identification. The InView is a test of cognitive skills and provides a Cognitive Skills Index (CSI). This score is also used for gifted identification and fulfills the State requirement to give students an ability assessment. The InView Assessment measures a student s ability to work with words and visual concepts. Students with English as a Second Language are usually given the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test (NNAT) in lieu of the InView. Both the InView and NNAT are group administered, and the results of both help teachers and parents evaluate a child s progress according to his or her ability. In our district, this data is used for the following purposes: TerraNova tests are used as one way to identify students as gifted in Reading and Math, based upon scoring in the 95 th percentile or above on one or more of the domains. The InView or NNAT is used as one way to identify students as Cognitively Advanced (gifted). In Grade 5, student InView and TerraNova scores will serve as one of many pieces of data used for middle school placement in Grade 6 courses. InView and TerraNova scores are used by the building level intervention assistance team to help better identify students who may need support or intervention within the building. Grades 2 and 5 March 6 23, 2017 In 2014 2015, the TerraNova was eliminated from testing in grades 3, 4, 7, and 8. In 2015 2016, students were administered the TerraNova/InView in grades 2 and 5 for the purpose of gifted identification the school district is required to conduct gifted assessment two times one time in grades K 3, and one time in grades 4 8. For the 2016 2017 school year, the TerraNova/InView will continue to be administered in grades 2 and 5. 22

TerraNova 3 Complete Battery To ensure that every child has an opportunity to meet the State s benchmark/score for grade 3 promotion, Westerville City Schools administers the TerraNova 3 Complete Battery for reading to all students scoring 393 or less on the Fall OAA Grade 3 Reading test administration. Students who do not have a score because they were absent or moved into our State after the Fall OAA test administration are also required to take this assessment. The TerraNova 3 Complete Battery consists of 42 multiple choice items completed over two parts in a total of 60 minutes. Grade 3 May 3, 2017 No changes expected. 23