Teaching and Learning

What is the purpose of the VPK Test Administrator Information Page mentioned on page 11?

• To provide information for VPK test administrators

• To list report card dates

• To show assessment calendars

• To notify parents of retainment

What is the main purpose of the monthly written communication to parents of Tier 3 students?

• To inform them about school holidays

• To update them on their child’s progress and interventions

• To invite them to school events

• To provide lunch menus

Which signatures are required on the PMP?

• Parent and teacher signatures

• Student and cafeteria worker signatures

• Principal and janitor signatures

• Coach and librarian signatures

According to the Grade-level Success Criteria Pages, what is used to determine the PMP status in grades 1-5 when there are two data points?

• The lowest score

• The average score

• The highest score

• The most recent score

If a student is identified as being at risk of retention, what must the school do immediately?

• Begin collecting evidence for a portfolio

• Schedule a parent-teacher conference

• Assign extra homework

• Change the student’s class

What is the purpose of sharing "at home" resources with families?

• To help students master all 13 benchmarks

• To increase school enrollment

• To prepare for school field trips

• To reduce homework assignments

What is the main goal of developing a Progress Monitoring Plan (PMP) for a student?

• To identify ways to support the child at school and at home

• To assign extra homework

• To change the student's grade level

• To schedule more recess time

What is the minimum percentile required on progress monitoring for retained kindergarten, first, or second graders to be considered for mid-year promotion?

• 10th percentile

• 40th percentile

• 60th percentile

• 99th percentile

If a teacher wants to plan an activity that involves students reflecting on their day and building anticipation for the next day, which activity should they choose according to the PK3 schedule?

• Dismissal Routine

• Structured Movement

• Closing Circle/Reflective Calendar

• Lunch

A parent asks why the "Second Step" activity is important in the daily schedule. Based on the description, what is its main purpose?

• To teach math and science concepts

• To review rules, expectations, and promote social-emotional learning

• To provide time for lunch and rest

• To practice physical movement