Indian River Central School District Report Card for Grades 4-5 Aligned with the Common Core State Standards

Report Card Changes: Content and terminology closely reflects and is aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Maintains concepts of Balanced Literacy. Aligns mathematics’ skills with content of math modules.

Before: Effort Skills O=Outstanding 4=Highly developed at this time S=Satisfactory 3=Progressing Satisfactorily I=Improving 2=Developing N=Needs to Improve 1=Experiencing difficulty N/A= Not Applicable Achievement A %A 90-94% B %B 80-84% C %C 70-74% D 65-69% Below 65% Not meeting grade level INC Incomplete * Indicates below 50%

After: Achievement grades will still be given in math, social studies, and science. Performance Levels 4 = Exceeds Grade Level Expectations 3 = Meeting Grade Level Expectations 2 = Working Toward Grade Level Expectations 1 = Not Meeting Grade Level Expectations X = Not Yet Assessed Effort Levels E= Demonstrates Excellent Effort G= Demonstrates Good Effort I= Demonstrates Inconsistent Effort M= Demonstrates Improved Effort N= Needs to Improve Effort Reading and Writing will be assessed using:

ELA Reading/Writing Assessment Key Before: Students’ academic performances were assessed with reference to expectations at their guided reading level. Academic Skills 4 Highly developed at this time 3 Progressing satisfactorily 2 Developing 1 Experiencing difficulty Effort / Social and Work Habits O Outstanding S Satisfactory I Improving N Needs improvement

ELA Reading/Writing Math Assessment Key Now: Students’ academic performances are assessed with reference to GRADE level expectations: O 1) A plus (+) sign indicates growth toward meeting the next performance level. 2 ) Provides more accurate information about students’ achievement level because it tells where they are, with reference to where they should be. Performance Levels 4 = Exceeding Standards 3 = Meeting Standards 2 = Working Toward Standards 1 = Performing Below Standards

Reading Grading ELA – Reading Fiction and Informational Weeks Guided Reading Level MNPQ Guided Reading Effort SEEE ELA Common Core Standards Assessed at Grade Level (Performance) Demonstrates comprehension of text by referring to key details and examples from the text 222+ Determines main idea(s) supported by key details from the text 1222 Understands non-fiction text based on key details from the text 222+ Reads accurately with fluency and expression Applies a variety of reading strategies 2223 Performance Levels 4 = Exceeding Standards 3 = Meeting Standards 2 = Working Toward Standards 1 = Performing Below Standards

Writing Grades ELA – Writing Narrative, Opinion, Informational Weeks Effort GEEE ELA Common Core Standards Assessed at Grade Level (Performance) Writes clearly to support topics using specific ideas and information 2233 Develops and organizes topics using details for support (introduction, details, conclusion) 2233 Uses grammar, sentence structure and punctuation correctly Word study (spelling and vocabulary) 2323 Performance Levels 4 = Exceeding Standards 3 = Meeting Standards 2 = Working Toward Standards 1 = Performing Below Standards

Math Grading Mathematics Weeks Achievement EffortMIGG Mathematics Common Core Standards Assessed at Grade Level Exhibits fluency with basic facts and performs calculations with accuracy Demonstrates understanding of grade-level concepts and ideas Applies a variety of strategies to solve problems Communicates mathematical thinking using specific vocabulary Performance Levels 4 = Exceeding Standards 3 = Meeting Standards 2 = Working Toward Standards 1 = Performing Below Standards

“Exhibits fluency with basic facts and performs calculations with accuracy” Knows basic +/- facts within 20, < 3 seconds per fact Knows basic ×/÷ facts within 100, < 3 seconds per fact Uses standard algorithms for +/- multi-digit numbers Can multiply* and divide accurately and quickly (different strategies okay, see note below) Can perform grade-level fraction operations quickly and accurately Can round to nearest ___ place value 5 th : Can perform grade-level decimal operations *must be able to multiply with standard algorithm in 5 th grade

“Demonstrates understanding of grade-level concepts and ideas” Tied to content Not just “how”, but “why” Base-ten system – place value Fractions – diagrams & number line Geometry classification, not just identification

“Applies a variety of strategies to solve problems” Tape diagrams/ bar models Place value charts Number bonds Number lines (vertical & horizontal) Writes equations to model situations Different strategies for multiplication & division (partial sum/quotient, area model) “Mental math” Recognizes there may be more than one “right way” to solve a problem Chooses efficient strategies Can self-correct if a selected strategy is not working

“Communicates mathematical thinking using specific vocabulary” Can explain concepts using mathematical vocabulary Uses specific math terms accurately and in context Can explain thought process for solving a specific problem verbally Can explain thought process for solving a specific problem in writing using diagrams, calculations, equations and written sentences Discusses concepts and solving strategies with peers – respectfully and accurately

UPDATES: Behavior Behavior section divided into 1) “Behaviors That Contribute to Learning” and 2) “Social Behaviors”. This will help clarify the implications of particular behaviors and assist in communicating them to parents.

Learning & Social Behaviors Weeks Participates in class discussions and activities Listens attentively Is organized Returns completed homework on time Uses independent time wisely Effort Levels EDemonstrates Excellent Effort GDemonstrates Good Effort IDemonstrates Inconsistent Effort MDemonstrates Improved Effort NNeeds to Improve Effort Learning Behaviors

Social Behaviors Accepts responsibility for own actions Follows directions, school and classroom rules Exercises self-control Exhibits effective problem-solving skills Demonstrates respect toward others Effort Levels EDemonstrates Excellent Effort GDemonstrates Good Effort IDemonstrates Inconsistent Effort MDemonstrates Improved Effort NNeeds to Improve Effort