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MAP Testing – Finish Strong!
We are on the home stretch for the end of the school year with this final week to finish strong! Congratulations to all our iLEAD learners who have completed their Growth MAP assessments in both subjects of math and reading. Be encouraged as you review your child’s MAP results, and consider this information as a tool to start your curriculum planning for the fall. Please speak with your EF and determine ways that you can best support your learner and identify areas of growth that you can celebrate!
May Webinars and Virtual Events
We hope that you will join us for our final webinars of the 2020-2021 school year. Please click the links below for all of the details on how to register:
5/18 at 11 a.m.: TK-3rd Grade Virtual Show and Tell
5/19 at 12 p.m.: Presentation by Jonathan Mooney: “Normal Sucks”
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MAP Testing is Underway
Who better to give advice on test-taking tips than learners themselves? We talked with iLEAD learners to find out about their successful experience taking the growth MAP assessments. Here is a list of test-taking tips for kids by kids:
1. Set a daily goal of questions you want to answer. Try to do 20 questions so you’re not stressed about doing all of them in one day.
2. Enjoy treats if your parent lets you! Chew gum or candy while working on the questions.
3. Take the test when you’re the most focused!
4. Take stretching breaks after a long question.
5. Don’t stress – just try to do your best!
May Webinars and Virtual Events
Mark your calendars for our upcoming May activities! Please click the links below for all of the details on how to register:
5/12 at 3 p.m.: Roundtable Discussion About Anxiety
5/13 at 1 p.m.: TK-2 Read Aloud “It Could Have Been Worse”
5/14 at 10 a.m.: Financing College
5/14 at 1 p.m.: End of the Year Bingo
5/18 at 11 a.m.: TK-3rd Grade Virtual Show and Tell
5/19 at 12 p.m.: Presentation by Jonathan Mooney: “Normal Sucks”
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MAP Testing Window Open
Three cheers for Measured Academic Progress!!! We are very excited about the recent approval from the US Department of Ed to use our MAP assessments in lieu of CAASPP testing this spring. This is great news, as learners are already comfortable with this testing format and will be able to test in a familiar learning environment. The official testing window will open May 2, 2021. Your educational facilitator will coordinate a time for you to take this assessment during this last full month of school. For more information, watch this introduction video to learn about MAP testing (PowerPoint here). You can also visit NWEA.org/Parent-Toolkit.
May Webinars and Virtual Events
Mark your calendars for our upcoming May activities! Please click the links below for all of the details on how to register:
5/12 at 3 p.m.: Roundtable Discussion About Anxiety
5/13 at 1 p.m.: TK-2 Read Aloud “It Could Have Been Worse”
5/14 at 10 a.m.: Financing College
5/14 at 1 p.m.: End of the Year Bingo
5/18 at 11 a.m.: TK-3rd Grade Virtual Show and Tell
5/19 at 12 p.m.: Presentation by Jonathan Mooney “Normal Sucks”
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MAP Testing Window Opens Soon
Three cheers for Measured Academic Progress!!! We are very excited about the recent approval from the US Department of Ed to use our MAP assessments in lieu of CAASPP testing this spring. This is great news as learners are already comfortable with this testing format and will be able to test in a familiar learning environment. The official testing window will open May 2, 2021. Your educational facilitator will coordinate a time for you to take this assessment during this last full month of school. For more information, watch this introduction video to learn about MAP testing (PowerPoint here). You can also visit NWEA.org/Parent-Toolkit.
Spring Webinars and Virtual Events
We are springing into the season with more great webinars and field study opportunities just for you! Please take a look at the fliers below for all of the upcoming events in April:
4/20 at 11 a.m.: TK-3 Show and Tell
4/21 at 12 p.m.: How to Create a Dinner Club
4/23 at 10 a.m.: Unique Learner Experiences at Exploration
4/23 at 1 p.m.: Earth Day STEM Activity
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CAASPP/MAP Testing Updates
This past week, iLEAD received confirmation that the federal government approved California’s waiver request to allow districts to use nationally normed testing data like NWEA MAP in lieu of CAASPP testing for the 2020-2021 school year. This means we will move forward in administering end of the year MAP testing in both reading and math in place of CAASPP testing. While this allows flexibility and familiarity for our learners, this also means we must ensure every learner in grades K-11 takes the MAP Growth test this year in both subjects.
This decision will require the following:
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All learners in grades K-11 will take the MAP Growth test in both reading and math. MAP Growth tests are approximately 50 questions and generally take about 60-90 minutes to complete per test. This can be done in multiple sessions to reduce the testing time and to be developmentally appropriate.
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In order for learners to demonstrate the maximum amount of growth, MAP testing will take place in May.
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Please do not assist learners on the test. We want to be able to gather accurate data and know how to best support each learner.
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CAST science testing has been waived for this year. Both the NWEA MAP science and language tests are still optional if a learner would like to take them.
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There is not an opt out option for internal benchmark testing because it is a program expectation.
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Learners who qualify to take the CAA (California Alternate Assessment) will still take the CAA with someone from the iLEAD Student Support Team and will not need to MAP test.
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If you have a child with an IEP or 504 with testing accommodations outlined on their IEP, these testing accommodations will be made available with MAP testing.
Spring Webinars and Virtual Events
We are springing into the season with more great webinars and field study opportunities just for you! Please take a look at the fliers below for all of the upcoming events in April:
4/13 at 10 a.m.: Steven Quartly Art Studio Tour
4/14 at 12 p.m.: Learn How to Create Digital Portfolios
4/20 at 11 a.m.: TK-3 Show and Tell
4/21 at 12 p.m.: How to Create a Family Dinner Club
4/23 at 10 a.m.: Unique Learner Experiences at Exploration
4/23 at 1 p.m.: Earth Day STEM Activity
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Spring Webinars and Virtual Events
We are springing into the season with more great webinars and field study opportunities just for you! Please take a look at the fliers below for all of the events coming up in April:
4/13 at 10 a.m.: Steven Quartly Art Studio Tour
4/14 at 12 p.m.: Learn How to Create Digital Portfolios
4/20 at 11 a.m.: TK-3 Show and Tell
4/21 at 12 p.m.: How to Create a Family Dinner Club
4/23 at 10 a.m.: Unique Learner Experiences at Exploration
4/23 at 1 p.m.: Earth Day STEM Activity
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Testing Timeline
Timelines can be such helpful tools when preparing for a coming event. Here is a testing timeline that we encourage you to use as you continue to prepare for the coming MAP and CAASPP testing.
Testing Window Dates: March 22 – June 4
- March (ongoing): Start talking with your child’s EF to plan their test session days and sign up for test sessions (3rd-8th and 11th & 5th, 8th, and once in high school for science).
- March 10: CAASPP webinar for parents (recording available).
- March 17: CAASPP webinar for learners will be held at 12:00 p.m.
Prior to your scheduled testing date, confirm that your tech device is ready for testing or that you have a testing site solution.
The iLEAD team of educators is excited about synergizing with you as we continue to work together preparing, engaging and assessing our community of learners for the good of our charter family.
Spring Webinars
We are excited to share our upcoming webinars for 2021. On February 10 at 12 pm, our Educator University team will be spotlighting science kits. Please register here to learn more about great science kits that can supplement your curricula. Then, on February 12 at 10 am, join us for our High School Overview for New Families and Incoming 9th Graders. Please register here to learn more about iLEAD Exploration’s high school team and program.
Webinars 2021Spring Webinars
We are excited to share our upcoming webinars for 2021. On February 10 at 12 p.m., our Educator University team will be spotlighting science kits. Please register here to learn more about great science kits that can supplement your curricula. Then on February 12 at 10 a.m., join us for our High School Overview for New Families and Incoming 9th Graders. Please register here to learn more about iLEAD Exploration’s high school team and program.
Webinars 2021Fall Webinars
On Wednesday, November 18 at 12 PM, please join us for a webinar where we will be sharing ideas for how to supplement core social studies curriculum with learning kits. Register HERE.
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The high school team will share an overview of dual enrollment and present the advantages of taking community college courses while in high school. Join us for this helpful webinar on November 6, 2020, at 10 AM. Register here.
Updated Webinars flyer with linksFall MAP Testing
We wanted to remind you that our MAP testing window is coming to a close on October 30. We hope you take this opportunity to gather information regarding your learner’s progress.
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Interested in learning about your child’s learning modalities? Join us for a webinar on October 21 at 12:00 p.m. Register here.
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Have college application questions and need answers? Join us for our next College Application Q&A webinar on October 9 at 10 am. Register here:
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Fall webinars are here! Please click the event title on the flier to register for each webinar. Please join us this week on Wednesday, September 23, at noon, to learn more about how to use MAP results to guide learning. You can register here for this webinar!
Updated Webinars flyer with linksFall MAP Testing
We are excited to announce that the fall MAP testing window is now open. This assessment is conveniently taken in the comfort of your home and is a great way to start off the year. Results are quickly generated and will help target your learner’s specific areas of need. Please contact your educational facilitator for more information.
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The MAP (Measured Academic Progress) testing window is now OPEN! Your EF is ready to set up those dates and times that work best for your family’s schedule.
MAP Testing
The MAP is a beginning and end-of-year assessment that our learners take to discover strengths and areas for continued growth. Your learners can test from their own homes at a time convenient for the family, and the results are available the very next day! Only families and EFs view individual results, and your EF will review the reports with you to celebrate strengths and growth as well as identify areas of focus for the school year.
Several reports are available, including a one-page family report that shows your child’s reading level and how their score compared to other learners across the country. A longer report listing all the skills that your child is ready to develop is also available. The scores can also be plugged into Khan Academy, Newsela, the optional subscription Exact Path, and many other websites to acquire a set of learning activities perfectly customized to your child’s level.
There is a reading and math test, each about 40-60 questions long. You can pause the test at any time, as often as needed. You can also opt for a shorter 20-question test that includes a basic grade level comparison but does not give you a full skills report. Both tests support our standing as a school, and we sincerely appreciate your participation. Please contact your EF to set up a time to begin testing!
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