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ISAT 2014 Information for Parents

This guide provides crucial information for parents regarding the ISAT tests for third graders. The testing window is from March 3 to 14, 2014, with make-up sessions available. ISAT measures student achievement against state standards, influencing Adequate Yearly Progress for schools. Parents will receive reports on their child's results next school year. Key subjects tested include Reading and Mathematics. With the upcoming transition to the Common Core State Standards and the new PARCC assessment in 2015, this year marks a significant change. Support your child with proper preparation and a positive mindset.

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ISAT 2014 Information for Parents

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  1. ISAT 2014 Information for Parents Created by Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. Kazmarek, and Mrs. Poman

  2. Objectives • Purpose & Results • Test Dates • Test Content • Parent Support

  3. ISAT Testing Dates • Testing window – March 3-14th, 2014 • Third grade will be testing March 3-7th • Make-up testing will be March 10-14th

  4. Purpose & Results • ISAT measures individual student achievement relative to state standards • The results are used to determine Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for schools, district, and state • Parent reports will be available next school year

  5. Subjects Tested in 3rd Grade • Reading • 50 multiple choice items & 1 extended response item • Mathematics • 65 multiple choice items, 2 short answer response items & 1 extended response item

  6. What’s New? • IL is transitioning to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) • This is the last year for ISAT • New assessment in 2015: Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Career (PARCC) Assessment • CPS is NOT using ISAT for promotion in grades 3, 6, 8

  7. How to support your child • Good night sleep • Healthy breakfast • Send to school on time • Review good testing taking strategies • Be positive, put your child at ease

  8. QUESTIONS? • For more information and previous ISAT sample tests, you can visit Illinois State Board of Education website: www.isbe.net

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