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Alternative Assessment Application Procedures Modified and Nonstandardized. Tools to Tune the HSGQE Assessment Process. Contents. Modified HSGQE Nonstandardized HSGQE Waivers. Where can you read more information?. The Participation Guidelines are available at the Department’s website.
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Alternative Assessment Application ProceduresModified and Nonstandardized Tools to Tune the HSGQE Assessment Process
Contents • Modified HSGQE • Nonstandardized HSGQE • Waivers
Where can you read more information? • The Participation Guidelines are available at the Department’s website. • The Guidelines outline all necessary information for an IEP/504 team. • Look for the 2005 edition.
Where do you find information for parents regarding the Alternative Assessment Program? • The Department’s website has all of the necessary information: http://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/assessment/modified.html • A suggested brochure has been developed for your use. (available on the website or request copies directly from the Department)
What is the Modified HSGQE? • The High School Graduation Qualifying Examination (HSGQE) given with allowable modifications; • The Modified HSGQE is only available to students on an IEP or 504 plan; • The modifications must be State approved; and • Applications for the Modified HSGQE must be submitted on or before the deadline.
How do you know your student might need the Modified HSGQE? • The student has failed any or all of the regular HSGQE once; • The student has an IEP or 504 plan; and • The student’s parent has been informed of the Alternative Assessment Program.
Where do you find the Modified HSGQE Application? • The Department’s website has the application available to districts. • An updated application is prepared for each test administration. Always download the new form for each test administration.
Modified HSGQE Application Process • Convene the IEP/504 team to discuss the needed modifications; • Make sure the IEP/504 plan mentions or lists the need for the modifications proposed for the Modified HSGQE; • Fill out the form completely; • Attach the IEP or 504 plan pages that indicate a Modified HSGQE is needed; and • Fax or mail to the Department on or before the deadline noted on the application. Always review the instructions
1 2 5 3 6 4 Pay close attention to the following details • Grade at time of test administration identified • IEP/504 matches requested modifications • Teacher signature and date • Correct form (check date) for test administration • Application deadline • State Student ID Number and disability identified
What happens if the application is denied? • Double check your work. • Application complete? • IEP/504 complete with a list of the modifications clearly and specifically outlined as a need for the HSGQE? • You can revise any mistakes and resubmit to the State. • You may request reconsideration from the Commissioner (form and guidance on the website) when a modification is denied for reasons other than error in the application.
What is the Nonstandardized HSGQE? • A portfolio of work that reflects competency in each of the state standards tested on the High School Graduation Qualifying Examination (HSGQE); • The Nonstandardized HSGQE is only available to students on an IEP or 504 plan; • The Nonstandardized application must be State approved; and • The Nonstandardized Application must be submitted on or before September 30, of the student’s intended year of graduation.
How do you know your student might need the Nonstandardized HSGQE? • The student has failed any or all of the regular HSGQE once; • The student has an IEP or 504 plan; and • The student’s parent has been informed of the Alternative Assessment Program.
Where do you find the Nonstandardized HSGQE Application? • The Department’s website has the application available to districts. • All teachers are advised to become familiar with the Nonstandardized Administrative Manual and Nonstandardized Resource Guide before submitting any applications.
Nonstandardized Application Process • Convene the IEP/504 team to discuss the requirements and qualifications; • Make sure the IEP/504 plan has the necessary evidence required; • Attach all required documentation: medical, grade level performance, and historical assessment data; and • Fax or mail to the Department on or before the deadline. Always review the instructions
1 5 2 6 3 4 Pay close attention to the following details • Date of form and deadline for submission • State Student ID Number • Disability identified • Grade level at the time of submission • IEP/504 pages and required evidence to be attached • All required signatures
What happens if the application is denied? • Double check your work. • Application complete? • IEP/504 complete with all required evidence? • All attachments enclosed with application? • You can revise any mistakes and resubmit to the Department. • You may request reconsideration from the Commissioner (form and guidance on the website) when a student is denied for reasons other than error in the application.
What happens after the application is approved? • You must download from the Department’s website all necessary materials and become familiar with them: • Nonstandardized Administrative Manual • Nonstandardized Resource Guide • Work with the student to collect student work; and • Submit the final assessment by March 15, of the student’s year of intended graduation.
When will you know the student’s proficiency? • A Student Report will be generated and mailed to the teacher, student, district test coordinator, and special education director. • If a student is rated not proficient, the student can submit new work for evaluation. Overall Performance
Where can you get waiver information? • Guidelines for waiver and appeals are available on the Department’s website • One waiver is directly involved with the HSGQE and the Alternative Assessment Program • Unable to Participate due to Disability4 AAC 06.774(d)
What are the specific details of the waiver? • A diploma-track student who is unable to participate in any or all of the HSGQE because of a disability, the student may request from the governing body permission to take the Modified or Nonstandardized HSGQE. • The Request for Permission form (#05-05-020) must be file before October 31, of the student’s sophomore year. • The Rare and Unusual Waiver form (#05-04-014) is later submitted the final semester of the student’s year of intended graduation to the governing body.
State support is available • Department’s assessment website: http://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/assessment/ • Janet Valentour, Alternative Assessment Program Manager, 907-465-8431 janet_valentour@eed.state.ak.us • May Palomo, Assessment Clerk, 907-465-2900 may_palomo@eed.state.ak.us