MATH STAAR Assessment Information

1. THIRD GRADE MATH
2014-2015
STAAR PRESENTATION

2. AGENDA
• Introduction of 3rd
grade Math Teachers
• Review of Assessment Blueprint
• Readiness Standards
• Supporting Standards
• A look at a few problems
• Parents try a few
• Summary

3. Reviewing Readiness and
Supporting

5. Readiness and Supporting Standards
• Alief and teachers all over Texas teach the
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) .
These are what we base our curriculum upon.
• This year the state implemented new TEKS.
• The state still labels the TEKS as Readiness or
Supporting Standards.

6. Are essential for success in the current
grade or course
Are important for preparedness for the
next grade or course
Support college and career readiness
Readiness StandardsReadiness Standards

7. Supporting Standards
– Although introduced in the current grade or
course, they may be emphasized in a subsequent
year
– Although reinforced in the current grade or
course, they may be emphasized in a previous
year
– They play a role in preparing students for the next
grade or course but not a central role

8. Example of Griddable Response