A STAAR is Born The TAKS to STAAR Transition

1. A STAAR is Born The TAKS to STAAR Transition

2. Texas State Testing TABS TAAS TAKS TEAMS

3. TAKS to STAAR Transition

4. Changes with STAAR • Greater rigor and depth • Focus on college and career readiness • Four-hour time limit • Two days for ELA • Performance tied to grades and diploma type

5. TAKS vs STAAR Question (Math) TAKS 9th Grade STAAR Algebra I eoc In the quadratic equation x² − x + c = 0, c represents an unknown constant. If x = −3 is one of the solutions to this equation, what is the value of c? Record your answer and fill in the bubbles on your answer document. • A quadratic function is given below. f(x) = 3x 2 − x + 6 What is f(2)? F. 40 G. 28 H. 16 J. 4

6. TAKS vs STAAR Question (Science) TAKS 10th Grade STAAR BIOLOGY eoc Methanogens, thermophiles, and halophiles are some of the most primitive life-forms found on Earth and thrive in very harsh environments. These unicellular, prokaryotic organisms most likely belong to which of the following kingdoms? A. Fungi B. Eubacteria C. Protista D. Archaebacteria • Fungi are different from plants in that fungi — A. secrete enzymes B. decompose organic waste C. contain DNA D. have cell walls

7. Changes with STAAR • TAKS tests • Grade-level tests. Example: Math Grade 9 • Only exit-level (11th grade) tests counted toward graduation • STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) tests • Course-specific tests. Example: Algebra I • May take tests for up to 12 different courses • Scores from all EOCs count toward graduation

8. Which courses have tests?

9. Cumulative Scores • Test scores on all EOCs will count toward graduation. • A cumulative score will be determined for each subject. A student’s scores in each subject area (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) must equal or exceed a minimum cumulative score in order to be eligible to graduate.

10. EOC Performance Standards Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Readiness • Three performance standards will be set for each EOC in February 2012 • Minimum performance standard • Satisfactory performance (passing) standard • Readiness standard

11. EOC Performance Standards Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Readiness Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced • Student performance will fall into four categories • Unsatisfactory • Unsatisfactory “gray area” above minimum • Satisfactory • Advanced

12. EOC Performance Standards Minimum Performance Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced • Students scoring below the minimum standard • May not count score toward the overall cumulative score • Are required to retest • Will receive accelerated instruction

13. EOC Performance Standards Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced • Students scoring in the “gray area” between the minimum and satisfactory standards • May count score toward the overall cumulative score • May choose to retest • May receive accelerated instruction

14. EOC Performance Standards Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced • Students scoring above the satisfactory standard • May count the score toward the overall cumulative score • May choose to retest • Students meeting the satisfactory standard in Algebra II and English III may qualify for the recommended program

15. EOC Performance Standards Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Readiness Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced • Students meeting the readiness standard in Algebra II and English III may qualify for the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP)

16. An example Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Readiness Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced 50 60 90 • Suppose the state sets the following standards • Minimum = 50 • Satisfactory = 60 • Readiness = 90 • (Please keep in mind that this is an example and we do not know what the actual standards will be)

17. An example Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Readiness Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced 50 60 90 • In this case a student would need a cumulative score of 180 to meet the graduation requirement in a subject area (math) • 60 points x 3 tests = 180 points

18. An example Minimum Performance Satisfactory Performance “Passing” Readiness Unsatisfactory Gray area Satisfactory Advanced 50 60 90 • Suppose Johnny had these scores in math • Algebra I – 50 points • Geometry – 75 points • Algebra II – 60 points • Cumulative = 50 + 75 + 60 = 185 • Since his overall score was greater than 180, Johnny met the requirements for graduation in math

19. EOC grade requirements State law requirements Students will receive a final grade for courses with EOCs Performance on the EOC will count as 15% of the final grade Approval has not yet been given in regards to what that 15% constitutes

20. STAAR Calendar • March 26-29, 2012 – English Language Arts • One day for reading • One day for writing • May 7-18, 2012 – Math, Science, and Social Studies • One day for each subject • June 8, 2012– Results arrive for all tests

21. STAAR Retest Opportunities • July 9-13, 2012 • December 2012 • May 2013

22. Prepare for success! • Set goals for success • Organize your studies • Use your time wisely to avoid getting behind • Ask for help when needed • Don’t be afraid of the test • Take this testing opportunity to show others what you know!

23. Need more information? Birdville ISD Accountability Department 817-547-5891 www.birdvilleschools.net/accountability Texas Education Agency www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/staar/