Start Strong Assessment Overview

The webinar, led by Michelle Regan, covers updates on the NJ Start Strong assessment, including testing schedules, format differences from NJSLA, and available resources. The session emphasizes the importance of using data from score reports to inform instruction and highlights various instructional strategies for effective test preparation. The goal is to integrate test preparation seamlessly into daily instruction, ensuring students are exposed to the appropriate rigor without teaching to the test.

Who is the managing director at Inspired Instruction?

• Valerie Smith

• Michelle Regan

• Jason Lee

• Cheryl Johnson

What is the main focus of the second webinar?

• New updates from NJDOE

• Discussion on educational policies

• Review of past webinars

• Introduction to new teaching methods

When is the testing window for the NJ Start Strong assessment?

• November 1st to December 15th

• October 1st to November 15th

• August 1st to September 15th

• September 13th to October 22nd

What is a key difference between Start Strong and NJSLA?

• Start Strong includes open-ended math questions

• Start Strong is completed in 45-60 minutes

• Start Strong has a writing section

• Start Strong is longer

Where can you find the Start Strong resources?

• In the district office

• On the NJDOE website

• Through a third-party vendor

• In the school library

What is the purpose of the by-question score report?

• To provide a detailed analysis of student performance

• To determine funding for schools

• To compare schools across the state

• To rank teachers based on student scores

What is a recommended instructional strategy for integrating test questions?

• Using them as a separate unit

• Incorporating them into daily lessons

• Using them only for homework

• Avoiding them until test time

What should teachers focus on to prepare for Start Strong?

• Parent-teacher meetings

• Extra-curricular activities

• New textbooks

• Priority standards and released items