1. Monitor Training
Spring 2017 Assessments

2. Purpose of Monitoring Ensure standardized testing across the district
Administer tests in a secure manner
Preserve the integrity of the tests
Safeguard the validity of the test results for schools and students

3. Spring 2017 Monitoring Schedule
Date
Assessment Program*
February 23 or 24
FSA ELA Writing (Grades 4-7)
Pre-monitoring
February 27 – March 10
FSA ELA Writing (Grades 8-10) and FSA ELA Writing Retake (Grades )
Test Session
February 28 – March 3
March 22 or 23
SAT-10 Kindergarten: Sentence Reading and Mathematics
Grades 1-2: Reading Comprehension and Mathematics Problem Solving
FSA ELA Reading (Grade 3)
March 27-30
SAT-10 Kindergarten: Sentence Reading and Mathematics and
Grades 1-2: Reading Comprehension or Mathematics Problem Solving
Test Session 
March 27-April 7
FCAT 2.0 Reading Retake or NGSSS Algebra 1 Retake EOC or
FSA ELA Reading Retake or FSA Algebra 1 Retake EOC
March 28 – April 6
April 17 – May 12
FSA ELA Reading (Grades 4-10), FSA Mathematics (Grades 3-8), or
FCAT 2.0 Science (Grades 5 & 8)
 FSA Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 EOC
 or
April 17 – May 19
NGSSS Biology 1, Civics, and US History EOC
See Test Administration Schedule for specific dates/subjects for each grade level.
*Computer-based assessments include the following: FSA ELA Writing, Grades 8-10; FSA ELA Reading, Grades 4-10; FSA Mathematics, Grades 3-8; FSA ELA (Writing and Reading) Retake (Grades ); FSA Algebra 1 Retake EOC; FCAT 2.0 Reading Retake; NGSSS Algebra 1 Retake EOC; FSA EOC (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2), and NGSSS EOC (Biology 1, Civics, US History).

4. Stanford Achievement Test - Tenth Edition (SAT-10)
All Kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grade 2 students will test
Subtests to be administered:
SAT-10 Untimed
Monday,
March 27
Tuesday,
March 28
Wednesday,
March 29
Thursday,
March 30
Friday
March 31
Sentence Reading: Kindergarten
Reading Comprehension:
Grade 1 and 2
Mathematics: Kindergarten
Mathematics Problem Solving:
Make up Testing
No Testing

5. Administering the SAT-10
Sentence Reading (K): Partially dictated to students
Reading Comprehension (1 and 2)
Students must work independently.
Mathematics (K) and Mathematics: Problem Solving (1 and 2)
Questions will be dictated to students
District paper rulers should be provided as follows:
Kindergarten
Sentence Reading: As a marker
Mathematics: As a marker
Grade 1
Reading Comprehension: As a marker
Mathematics: Problem Solving: Required to solve problems
Grade 2

6. Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) ELA Writing
FSA English/Language Arts Writing (Grades 4-10)
Grades 4-7 are paper-based test (PBT)
Grades 8-10 are computer-based test (CBT)*
One 120 minute session (with a scheduled stretch break at 60 minutes)
*Paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.

7. Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) ELA Reading
FSA English/Language Arts Reading (Grades 3-10)
Grades 3 is PBT
Grades 4-10 are CBT*
Grades 3-5: Two 80 minute sessions over 2 days
Grades 6-8: Two 85 minute sessions over 2 days
Grades 9-10: Two 90 minute sessions over 2 days
Grade 3 Only: Packages of secure materials with security numbers may be opened five (5) days before testing, NO EARLIER.
*Paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.

8. Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) Mathematics
FSA Mathematics (Grades 3-8)
Grades 3 – 8 are CBT*
Grades 3-5: Two 80 minute sessions, over two days
Grades 6-8: Three 60 minute sessions, over two days
Session 1 on Day 1 and
Sessions 2 and 3 on Day 2
*Paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.

9. Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) ELA Writing and Reading Retake
FSA English/Language Arts Writing Retake (CBT)*
Retained Grade 10 and Grades 11-AD
One 120 minute session (with a scheduled stretch break at 60 minutes)
FSA English/Language Arts Reading Retake (CBT)*
Two 90-minute sessions over 2 days
Any student who has not completed the ELA Writing Retake or ELA Reading Retake session by the end of the allotted time may continue working; however, each session may last no longer than half the length of a typical school day.
*Paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.

10. Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) Retake
FCAT 2.0 Reading Retake (CBT*)
Retained Grade 10 and Grades 11-AD
Reading Retake: Two sessions, over 2 days.
Students may have up to half the length of a typical school day to complete the test each day.
*Paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.

11. Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) Algebra 1 Retake EOC
FSA Algebra 1 Retake EOC (CBT)*
Students who still need to pass the FSA Algebra 1 EOC for graduation
K-8 centers, middle, high schools, and adults
Two sessions, over 2 days
Students may have up to half the length of a typical school day to complete the test each day.
*Paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.

12. Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) Algebra 1 Retake EOC
NGSSS Algebra 1 Retake EOC (CBT)*
Students who still need to pass the NGSSS Algebra 1 EOC for graduation
High schools and adult centers
One 160-minute session
Any student not finished by the end of the 160 minutes may continue working; but testing must be completed within the same school day.
*Paper-based versions are available for students with documented accommodations only.

13. Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) Science
FCAT 2.0 Science (Grades 5 and 8)
Grade 5: Two 80 minute sessions over 2 days
Grade 8: Two 80 minute sessions in 1 day
Note: Packages of secure materials with security numbers may be opened five (5) days before testing, NO EARLIER.

14. End-of-Course Assessments
FSA EOC (CBT)
Algebra 1 (first time testers), Geometry, and Algebra 2
FSA EOCs are administered in two 90 minute sessions over 2 days.
Any student not finished by the end of each 90-minute session may continue working through half the length of a typical school day.
NGSSS EOC (CBT)
Biology 1, Civics, and US History
NGSSS EOCs are administered in one 160-minute session with a 10 minute break after the first 80 minutes.
Students may be dismissed after the first 80 minutes during the10 minute break, as they complete the test.
Any student not finished by the end of the 160 minutes may continue working; however, testing must be completed within the same school day.

15. Monitors’ Responsibilities
Role of the Monitor
What should be observed before, during, and after testing?
Test Security
Test Administrators’ Responsibilities
Test Accommodations
Ask for a copy of the training packet(s) used to train school staff (if available)

16. Monitoring Procedures
Pre-monitoring Procedures
Check for proper documentation
Test Materials Chain of Custody
Administration Record/Security Checklist
Seating Charts
Packages of secure materials with security numbers may be opened five (5) days before testing, but NO EARLIER.
All secured materials are accounted for
Limited access to storage room

17. Monitoring Procedures, cont.
Test Session Monitoring
Randomly select a classroom to observe
Sign the security log when you arrive and leave the room
Plan to remain in the test session for the full allotted time
Some students are allowed extended time.
Be in place when testing begins, then exit unobtrusively after testing is well underway.

18. Monitoring Procedures, cont.
Monitoring After Scheduled Test Sessions
Observe make-up sessions
Packing of test materials
Limited access to storage room

19. What To Observe: Preparations
Preparations for the Assessment
Visual cues must be covered or removed
Signs are posted (e.g., Do Not Disturb, Session Number, Electronic Devices)
Sufficient space between students (at least 3 feet)
Test administrator to student ratio (1:25) for both PBT and CBT
Roster of students assigned to the room

20. What To Observe: Paper-Based Testing (PBT)
During the Assessment (paper-based test)
All testing signs are posted
Test materials must be handed to students individually
Documentation of security numbers assigned to students
A record of attendance is maintained
Test materials for absent students are kept in a secure area in the room
Appropriate testing environment is maintained

21. What To Observe: Computer-Based Testing (CBT)
During the Assessment (computer-based testing)
Visual-barriers are installed
Sufficient work space for Planning Sheets, CBT Worksheets, CBT Work Folders, and Reading/Writing Passage Booklets
Student Tickets, Seal Codes (FCAT 2.0 Reading Retake only), and test materials must be handed to students individually
A record of attendance is maintained
Tickets and test materials for absent students are kept in a secure area in the room
Appropriate testing environment is maintained

22. What To Observe: General
During the Assessment
The test schedule is followed with the allotted time
The starting and ending times are displayed on the board
Electronic devices are not within arm’s reach
Security Logs are maintained at all times
Appropriate test administration manual is being used for the test being administered
Script is read verbatim
Test administrators and proctors actively monitor testing

23. What To Observe: Conclusion
Concluding the Assessment
Test materials are collected individually from students
Students are not permitted to leave until all materials are collected and verified
Test materials and documentation are immediately returned to the school assessment coordinator

24. Reporting Irregularities
Any concern regarding a testing irregularity, breach of test security, or problem with secure testing materials must be reported immediately to Student Assessment and Educational Testing (SAET) at
You should NOT “debrief” with school staff.

25. Sample Monitoring Assignment
Date
Assessment Program*
School Assignment
February 23 or 24
FSA ELA Writing (Grades 4-7)
Pre-monitoring
N/A
February 27-March 10
FSA ELA Writing (Grades 8-10) or FSA ELA Writing Retake (Grades AD)
Test Session
February 28 – March 3
Brownsville Middle
4899 NW 24TH Avenue MIAMI, FL 33142
March 22 or 23
SAT-10 Kindergarten: Sentence Reading and Mathematics or
Grades 1-2: Reading Comprehension and Mathematics Problem Solving
Banyan Elementary
3060 SW 85 Avenue Miami, FL 33155
FSA ELA Reading (Grade 3)
March 27-30
March 27 – April 7
FCAT 2.0 Reading Retake or NGSSS Algebra 1 Retake EOC or
FSA ELA Reading Retake Component or FSA Algebra 1 Retake EOC – (Grades AD)
March 28 – April 6
April 17 – May 12
FSA ELA Reading (Grades 4-10) or FSA Mathematics (Grades 3-8) or
FCAT 2.0 Science (Grades 5 & 8)
FSA Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 EOC (Grades 6-12) or
Barbara Goleman Senior
14100 NW 89th Avenue Miami Lakes, FL 33018
April 17 – May 19
NGSSS Biology 1, Civics, and US History EOC (Grades 6-12)
*Computer-based assessments include the following: FSA ELA Writing, Grades 8-10; FSA ELA Reading, Grades 4-10; FSA Mathematics, Grades 3-8; FSA ELA (Writing and Reading) Retake (Grades ); FSA Algebra 1 Retake EOC; FCAT 2.0 Reading Retake; NGSSS Algebra 1 Retake EOC; FSA EOC (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2), and NGSSS EOC (Biology 1, Civics, US History) Assessments.

26. Monitor Observation Forms
Pre-monitoring Form (FM-6680)
Monitoring Form for Test Sessions (FM-6681)
Monitoring Form for CBT Test Sessions (FM-7469)
Supplemental ESE and ELL Monitoring Form (FM-6685)
Test Security Agreement for Test Session Observers (Attachment A)

27. Pre-monitoring Form (FM-6680)

28. Monitoring Form for Test Sessions (FM-6681)

29. Monitoring Form for CBT Test Sessions (FM-7469)

30. Supplemental ESE and ELL Monitoring Form (FM-6685)

31. Returning Monitoring Forms
Please submit all completed forms and a copy of the school’s training packet (if available) to SAET:
via fax to: ,
via school mail to: 9023, or
via to
All forms should be submitted by June 2,

32. Contact Information
Student Assessment and Educational Testing (SAET)
FSA, EOC, and FCAT 2.0 Assessments
Maria C. Bruguera
Kathleen Sierra
Mara Ugando
SAT-10 Assessment
Mayda Cabeza