smarter balanceD state testing
State tests in language arts and math for grades 3-8 and 11
What is Smarter BalanceD testing or SBAC?
Smarter Balanced testing in language arts and math occurs once each school year in the spring. The test is proctored by our wonderful teachers and will be taken over 4-5 days depending on the grade level of your student and if they take CAST. We want students to be fresh each day, so they can do their best and not get testing fatigue. Testing in smaller increments will mean each session will be much shorter. The SBAC consists of four separate tests: 2 math tests and 2 language arts tests.
CAASPP/SBAC Practice Test Tutorial
PVL_MathCAT68.mp4How can I prepare my child for the SBAC?
CAASPP Printable Practice Questions
Videos and lists of Universal Tools and Designated Supports.
Use the Smarter Annotated Response Tool to look at how the writing rubrics score responses. You can look sample questions here..
Argumentative (PDF) (Grades 6-11)
Explanatory (PDF) (Grades 6–11)
Informational (PDF) (Grades 3-5)
Narrative (PDF) (Grades 3–8)
Opinion (PDF) (Grades 3-5)
Discuss the importance of the test with your child and learning to "show what you know".
CAASPP Test Prep Opportunities 23-24
MVA Writing Webinar Flyer 23-24 (2).pdfMr. D’s “Conquer the CAASPP” (3rd-8th, and 11th only):
Math or English Language Arts or both self-guided
90 day program if used for 15-30 min. per day
Free signups starting in Sept/Program starts in Oct.
Includes instructional videos
Now gamified so students earn points and badges
Teaches lifetime executive functioning skills.
Video (2 min.)
Sign-ups: Please let me know if you are interested in this program for your student and I will sign you up! Specify if you want Math, English Language Arts or both.
Conquer the CAASPP MVA Flyer.pdfOnline Typing Resources (All grades)
Have your student practice typing emails to grandma or they can email me with things they have learned during the LP.
CAASPP Printable Practice Tests (3rd-8th, and 11th)
Students can also practice on the practice portal.
95% Accountability for testing students
Opt-Out Penalty_Loss Score-Academic Indicator.pdf