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What does PARCC stand for?
Partnership of Readiness for College and Careers
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Do you have to take PARCC tests online?
There are paper and pencil versions if technology constraints exist.
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In 2010 MD adopted the Common Core State Standards which are the basis for what?
The MD College and Career Readiness Standards
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What year was PARCC in full implementation?
2014-2015
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What grade levels take the PARCC exam?
3-8, and high school
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Under the elementary and secondary education act ESEA all students in grades 3-8 must be tested in what two subjects?
Reading and Math
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What is one website you can go to for PARCC info?
See back of packet
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How can you help parents learn more about PARCC?
Workshops, website, handouts, mailings, etc
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Do the PARCC scores that students receive affect their placement for the following year?
A- Making Progress B- Yes and No (explain!)
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What do PARCC tests help educators do?
Identify gaps in student progress so that they are ready for college and career after HS.
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Students WILL NOT be required to pass what 2 assessments in order to receive a MD high school diploma, yet?
Algebra and English 10
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Are students with 504 plans and IEPs given accommodations for PARCC?
Yes full accommodations are given.
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Whats the difference between MS ELA PARCC and MSA?
PARCC writing prompts both reading and writing standards gives students the chance to show analytical skills
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Are PARCC exams the same tests from years past?
No they are new versions
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How are PARCC questions different from old test questions?
They are not just fill in the bubble- they are writing, problem solving and critical thinking.
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How many states have adopted the Common Core Standards?
45
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What do the letters in PARCC represent?
Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Career
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What does PARCC stand for?
Partnership of Readiness for College and Careers
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What are some ways I assist my students with preparation for the standardized test?
Discuss with your child. Explain the challenge and reason for the test. Provide a comfortable place at home to study.