SCHOOL-WIDE MATH ASSESSMENTS
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Common Core State Standards in mathematics challenge students to understand the subject matter deeply, think critically and apply their learning to real world problems. California is a member of the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC). The state administers Smarter Balanced assessments as part of its California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) program. These adaptive summative assessments provide meaningful information about what students are learning and their level of proficiency. The result provide teachers and parents achievement information to support student success.
MDTP tests are used as a diagnostic, formative, and/or summative tool at Hall Middle School. These tests are used to inform instruction and determine student readiness in grade level math achievement. Individual diagnostic reports are provided for students as well as detailed item analyses and summary reports for teachers. The student reports indicate areas in which students did well and those areas in which the test results suggest a need for further study in order to be prepared for future coursework. |
2019 - 2020 CALENDAR OF COMMON MATH ASSESSMENTS AT HALL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Testing Window |
Grade Level |
Test Name |
Purpose(s) |
Sept. 11 - 15 |
6 |
Math 6: Illuminate Incoming 6th Grade Broad Math 7: Illuminate Incoming 7th Grade Broad Algebra and Math 8: Illuminate Incoming 8th Grade Broad |
Diagnostic assessment of skills gaps to drive instruction in determining the level of scaffolding and instructional support applicable to ensure universal access |
Value |
Value |
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Value |
Dec. 14 - Dec. 18 |
6, 7, and 8 |
Math 6: MDTP Math 7 Readiness Math 7: MDTP Math 8 Readiness Math 8: MDTP High School Readiness Algebra: MDTP Geometry Readiness Test |
Pre-assessment to monitor grade level progress and preparedness for the next course |
Feb. 8 - Feb. 12 |
6, 7, and 8 |
Smarter Balanced Interim Assessments |
Formative assessment to monitor student progress with actionable feedback to adjust instruction and student support |
March 29- April 2 |
6 and 7 |
In-House Placement Test - Illuminate Algebra Readiness |
Summative assessment of essential grade level standards from grade 3 to current grade level. |
May |
8 |
Redwood Geometry Honors Test |
Placement of students into Algebra and Geometry Honors. Sign-Up and Info from TUHSD. Deadline for sign-up is TBD |
May |
8 |
Redwood Math Placement Tests |
Math placement of all 9th graders as per SB 359 CA Mathematics Placement Act of 2015 |
May 10 - May 14 |
6, 7 and 8 |
Math 6: MDTP Math 7 Readiness Math 7: MDTP Math 8 Readiness Math 8: MDTP High School Readiness Algebra: MDTP Geometry Readiness Test |
Summative assessment of grade level proficiency and readiness for subsequent math class. |
May 3 - May 7 |
6, 7, and 8 |
Smarter Balanced Assessments (CAASPP) |
Summative assessment of grade level Common Core State Standards |
Value |
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Dates subject to possible change.
