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Flexible Scheduling. Accommodations for limited English proficient students and students with disabilities. Department of Education & Early Development September 2011, District Test Coordinator Training. Definition and Intent .
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Flexible Scheduling Accommodations for limited English proficient students and students with disabilities Department of Education & Early Development September 2011, District Test Coordinator Training
Definition and Intent • Administering the test over several days completing on or before the last day of the test window (must consult with department for security and timing reasons; see appendix for security procedures). • Documentation ensures the appropriate process was utilized and security measures are in place; Forms 05-05-029 and 05-05-030 are required.
Intent and Evidence Form 05-05-029 • Review the directions • Consider the department recommendation • Is the evidence/proof available for this accommodation? • All documentation submitted to the department no less than 20 working days prior to testing
Evidence is REQUIRED! Planning in advance is essential to assure measurable proof is collected.
Evidence is REQUIRED! • Johnny has a difficult time staying on task and cannot complete tests in class. He will need a flexible schedule for statewide testing. NOT acceptable documentation: This is a statement not data or evidence.
Student Agreement • Terms of Agreement • The agreement form, containing all three required signatures, must be submitted to the department with completed application. Form #05-05-030
Plan for Administration • IMPORTANT: All subtests must be completed on or before the last day of testing – October 6, 2011 • Dates of testing • Sections/pages of subtest to be scheduled each day, • Example: ½ reading subtest on 10/03/11 and remaining ½ on 10/04/11
Security Keeping sections of test previously taken or to be taken secure from being reviewed • Paper clips • Rubber bands • No staples! No tape!
Security (con’t) Ensuring test is secure during additional days of testing. • Where will test be secured? • Who has access to this location? Sufficient response? • Test materials locked in building test coordinator’s office. • Tests locked in school vault. Only principal and secretary have the key.
Is Your Application Complete? • Completed Application • Student ID # • Proctor Information • All necessary signatures • Two pages of student’s IEP • Evidence documenting need • Terms of Agreement with all signatures
Complete Application • Why is the DTC required to sign the application? The DTC is accountable for the accuracy of the application and proof of evidence.
Support is Available • Kari Quinto, Education Associate 465-8436kari.quinto@alaska.gov • Grace Gray, Program Manager465-8432grace.gray@alaska.gov