1. Lathrop Intermediate School Home of the Spartans The Importance of SBAC Assessments College Prep Lesson Wednesday, January 6, 2016 Respect Safety Responsibility

2. TEST DATES TO WRITE IN YOUR AGENDA What tests will you be taking starting next week? 1.SBAC - ELA Weeks of 4/18/2016 - 4/29/2016 Assessments will be given in your ELA classes 2.SBAC – Math Weeks of 5/2/2016 - 5/9/2016 Assessments will be given in your Math Classes More information about these assessments, please visit the school website at – www.sausd.us/lathrop >> Calendar www.sausd.us/lathrop RespectResponsibility Safety

3. Are the SBAC tests important? YES, they are important! – Scores will be taken into consideration for future placement. – It’s an opportunity for you to show what you know and are able to do. – This is a snapshot of how you are doing; we want the “best picture” on Picture Day. – This test provides real-world skills such as critical thinking, writing and problem solving through the use of technology. RespectResponsibility Safety

4. The Day Before The Test Get enough sleep the night before the test. Your brain and body need rest to perform at their best! Eat a healthy breakfast the morning of the test to ensure your brain is working at its best. Wake up early and get to school on time the morning of the test. When getting ready, wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the day’s weather. Charge your Chromebook the night before. Be sure to bring your ear buds. DO YOUR BEST! RespectResponsibility Safe

5. On the Day of the Test Sit in your designated seat. Clear your desk of all items except for your Chromebook, earbuds, and a silent reading book. Place reading books under your desk. Turn off cell phones & safely place them in backpacks. All backpacks are placed along the wall in the front of the classroom. RespectResponsibility Safe

6. During Testing Restroom Rules – Students are strongly encouraged to not use restrooms during testing. – Any emergency cases will be determined by your teacher. Cheating – Any usage of cellphones or other electronic devices while taking the test may result in confiscation of the device for an undetermined amount of time. Investigation of possible cheating will conducted by LEA Writing Materials – Scratch paper will be provided upon request and will be collected at the end of each test session. RespectResponsibility Safety

7. After Testing Turn in all materials to your teacher. Place Chromebook underneath your desk. Option 1: – Retrieve your silent reading book and read quietly at your desk. Option 2: – Rest quietly at your desk. RespectResponsibility Safety

8. Announcements RespectResponsibility Safety

9. Engineering Girls Internship Date: June 19, 2016 – June 25, 2016 Location: California State University, Long Beach Who: – Currently 7 th Grade Female students – GPA: 3.70 or higher – US Citizens Benefits: – Learning & applying mathematics/science into Engineering & Technology – Hands-on project-based program to broaden your knowledge of engineering discipline – Working with real engineers, college professors and other students around the state – An opportunity to stay on campus at CSULB Application – Counseling Office – See your counselor for application – Deadline for application is Monday, April 18, 2016 More information – https://sites.google.com/a/csulbchaat.org/www/outreach https://sites.google.com/a/csulbchaat.org/www/outreach RespectResponsibility Safety

10. For more information – See Ms. Matasovic, Room 4201 Earn 2 Spartans Cards for attending the meeting RespectResponsibility Safety

11. Track & Field Afterschool Program Coaches: Mr. Warffuel, Ms. Sefie, and Mr. Jorge Tournament: Saturday, May 21, 2016 Practice: – Monday-Tuesday-Thursday-Friday, 2:30 – 4:30 Application: – See any coaches afterschool for application – Deadline: Friday, April 15, 2016 RespectResponsibility Safety

12. For more information, visit – http://www.ocfair. com/steam/2016/ index.php http://www.ocfair. com/steam/2016/ index.php Contact Person – Mr. Luna in the STEM Lab

13. Enrollment Requirements 1.Complete a Registration Form 2.Submit to the front office between April 18-22,2016 3.Lottery results will be complete and posted by May 6, 2016. 4.Parents/guardians will be notified between May 6- 13, 2016 via letter RespectResponsibility Safety

14. RespectResponsibility Safe Program Club Examples Active Learning- Dance B&G Club- Future Leaders/Computer Coding Discovery Cube- STEAM OC Art Center- Arts and Crafts/ Drama/ Theater Toyoma Katrate Do- Karate/ Self-Discipline Mariachi Academy- Music Exploration Legendary Sports- Basketball/Soccer Leadership Team- Afterschool Programs ASB

15. Program Hours The Engage 360 program hours are open Monday through Friday from school dismissal until 6:00pm. Students may sign out early to walk home with parent permission at 5:30pm. Students picked up by an adult must remain in program until 6:00pm. Students are asked to attend program at least 4 days during the week to meet attendance guidelines. Contact Person: – Christopher.Garza@sausd.us Christopher.Garza@sausd.us – Mr. Chris, Program Coordinator