1. Mississippi Department of Education
Common Core State Standards and Assessments
Mathematics and English/Language Arts
Curriculum Coordinators Meeting
June 21, 2011
Thank you for participating in this important conference and for playing such critical roles in raising the bar on student achievement in your communities and states.
The following presentation is an overview of the of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act K-12 grants at the U.S. Department of Education in the context of our overall vision for strengthening our school systems throughout the nation.

2. Thank you for participating in this important conference and for playing such critical roles in raising the bar on student achievement in your communities and states.
The following presentation is an overview of the of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act K-12 grants at the U.S. Department of Education in the context of our overall vision for strengthening our school systems throughout the nation.

3. The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers
June 2011

4. The Common Core State Standards Initiative
Beginning in the spring of 2009, Governors and state commissioners of education from 48 states, 2 territories and the District of Columbia committed to developing a common core of rigorous state K-12 standards
In June 2010, the final Common Core State Standards (CCSS) were released by NGA and CCSSO
To date, 44 states and the District of Columbia have adopted the Standards
Most states intend to fully implement the new standards by the school year
Whirlwind effort, multiple drafts, state engagement along the way.
Achieve as supporting partner helping write the standards and establish the evidence base.

5. 44 States + DC Have Adopted the Common Core State Standards
*Minnesota adopted the CCSS in ELA only

6. Shift from “What’s Taught” to “What Students Need to Be Able to Do”
To succeed in 21st century college and careers, students need to be able to:
5. Reflect on /improve performance
6. Communicate
7. Work in teams
8. Create / innovate / critique
1. Solve problems
2. Manage oneself
3. Adapt to change
4. Analyze/conceptualize
9. Engage in learning throughout life

7. The Common Core State Standards Initiative
Preparation: The standards are college- and career-ready. They will help prepare students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in education and training after high school.
Competition: The standards are internationally benchmarked. Common standards will help ensure our students are globally competitive.
Equity: Expectations are consistent for all – and not dependent on a student’s zip code.
Clarity of purpose: The standards are focused, coherent, and clear. Clearer standards help students (and parents and teachers) understand what is expected of them.
Collaboration opportunity: The standards create a foundation to work collaboratively across states and districts, pooling resources and expertise, to create curricular tools, professional development, common assessments and other materials.

8. Instructional Delivery System
At a minimum, to successfully implement Common Core State Standards and Assessments, TEACHERS must:
Know how to plan intentionally for rigorous and deep learning experiences.
Know how to design and utilize formative assessment that ensures retention and the ability to apply learning.
Be able to create a learning environment that fosters deep thinking, engagement of students, integration of subject areas, and problem-based learning experiences.
Must be able to analyze and use a variety of data to drive instructional practice.
Must embrace continuous professional learning.

9. Common Core Assessment Proposals
The Process:
Proposals for RttT assessment funds were due from multi-state consortia on June 23, 2010
Awards were made in September, 2010
New Consortia tests to replace current state NCLB tests in
Two Comprehensive Assessment Proposals Funded:
Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC)
25 states, 31 million students K-12
SMARTER Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC)
31 states, 21 million students K-12
Note: 12 states currently in both and 6 states in neither
Center for K – 12 Assessment & Performance Management at ETS

11. PARCC States Governing Board States Participating States
Governing States will pilot and field test the assessment system components during the 2011–12, 2012–13 and 2013–14 school years, and administer the new assessment system during the school year
Governing States will use the results from the PARCC assessments in their state accountability systems
The chief state school officers of the Governing States serve on the PARCC Governing Board and make decisions on behalf of the Partnership on major policies and operational procedures
Participating States provide staff to serve on PARCC’s design committees, working groups, and other task forces established by the Governing Board to conduct the work necessary to design and develop PARCC’s proposed assessment system
By 2014–15, any state that remains in PARCC must commit to statewide implementation and administration of the Partnership’s assessment system
Any PARCC Participating State prepared to make the commitments and take on the responsibilities of a Governing State can become one
Governing Board States Participating States

12. About PARCC
PARCC is an alliance of 25 states working together to develop a common set of K-12 assessments in English and math anchored in what it takes to be ready for college and careers
PARCC is state-led and a subset of PARCC states make up its Governing Board
Collectively the PARCC states educate more than 31 million students — nearly 63% of K-12 students attending American public schools
State-based collaboration is the hallmark of PARCC

13. PARCC – Two Types of Summative Assessments
FOCUSED
ASSESSMENTS
END OF YEAR
COMPREHENSIVE
ASSESSMENT
One to three tasks that assess a
few “keystone” standards/topics
Given at three points during the
school year, near the end of quarters
Results within 2 weeks to inform
instruction and intervention
Taken on computer, with mixed
item types
Scored entirely by computer for
fast results
Scores from both focused & end-of-yr. assessments will be combined for annual accountability score.
Center for K – 12 Assessment & Performance Management at ETS

14. PARCC: Focused Assessments 1 and 2
25%
Focused
ASSESSMENT 1
ELA
Math
50%
Focused
ASSESSMENT 2
ELA
Math
In a single session/class period, students in grades will:
ELA: Read texts, draw evidence to form conclusions, and prepare a written analysis
Math: For each of 1 or 2 essential topics (standards or clusters of standards), complete 1 to 3 constructed response tasks
Center for K – 12 Assessment & Performance Management at ETS

15. PARCC: Focused Assessment 3
75%
Focused
ASSESSMENT 3
ELA
Math
Over several sessions/class periods, students will complete a project-like task that draws on a range of skills. Examples:
ELA: Locate digital information, evaluate and
select sources, and compose an essay or
research paper
Math: Perform a multi-step performance task
that requires application of mathematical
skills and reasoning and may require
technological tools
Focused
ASSESSMENT4
Speaking
Listening
Speaking/Listening task: Conducted in classroom,
not used for accountability, scored by teacher.
Center for K – 12 Assessment & Performance Management at ETS

16. PARCC: Resources, Tools, Supports
PARTNERSHIP RESOURCE CENTER: Digital library of released items, formative assessments, model curriculum frameworks, curriculum resources, student and educator tutorials and practice tests, scoring training modules, and professional development materials
Partnership Resource Center:
Interactive Data Tool for accessing data and creating customized reports
Exemplar lesson plans
Formative assessment items and tasks
Professional development materials regarding test administration,
scoring, and use of data
Online practice tests
Item development portal
Tools and resources developed by Partner states
Optional “ready-to-use” performance tasks for K-2
Center for K – 12 Assessment & Performance Management at ETS

17. Proposed PARCC Design Overview
Prepared by the Center for K-12 Assessment & Performance Management at ETS
12/10/2017
Proposed PARCC Design Overview
English Language Arts and Mathematics, Grades
25%
Through-course
ASSESSMENT 1
ELA
Math
50%
Through-course
ASSESSMENT 2
ELA
Math
75%
Through-course
ASSESSMENT 3
ELA
Math
90%
END OF YEAR
ASSESSMENT
PARTNERSHIP RESOURCE CENTER: Digital library of released items, formative assessments, model content frameworks, model instructional supports, student and educator tutorials and sample items, scoring training modules, and professional development materials
To meet those varied goals, PARCC states envisioned an innovative design in which the assessment would be distributed across the year and not left to one shot test at the end of year whose results come back sometime months later over the summer when students have moved on.
The PARCC assessment system envisioned:
Better reflect the sophisticated knowledge and skills found in the English and math Common Core State Standards
Include a mix of item types (e.g., short answer, richer multiple choice, longer open response, performance-based)
Make significant use of technology
Distributed across the year -- include testing at key points throughout the year to give teachers, parents and students better information about whether students are on track or need additional support in particular areas.
Quick turn around of results.
Scores aggregated across the year into one summative score at the end of the year.
Common cut scores/performance levels set on the assessment because expectations should be consistent across state lines;
High school model: Is to be determined with input from higher ed; current design is grade based in ELA literacy and course based in Mathematics – both traditional and integrated courses to give states and districts flexibility
Through-course
ASSESSMENT4
Speaking
Listening
Summative assessment for accountability
Required, but
not used tor accountability

18. PARCC Timeline Development of assessments and related resources beginsSY
Development of assessments and related resources begins SY
First year pilot/field testing and related research and data collection SY
Second year pilot/field testing and related research and data collection SY
Full administration of PARCC assessments SY
Launch and design phase
Summer 2015
Set achievement levels, including college-ready performance levels

19. Key Challenges for PARCC
Technical Challenges
Developing an interoperable technology platform
Transitioning to an computer-based assessment system
Developing and implementing automated scoring systems and processes
Identifying effective, innovative item types
Implementation Challenges
Estimating costs over time, including long- term budgetary planning
Transitioning to the new assessments at the classroom level
Ensuring long-term sustainability
Building on CCSS implementation
Policy Challenges
Student supports and interventions
Accountability
High school course requirements
College admissions/ placement
How to change perceptions about what next-gen assessments can and will do

20. http://parcconline.org/ About PARCC
PARCC is a 25-state consortium working together to develop next-generation K-12 assessments in English and math. 
PARCC benefits:
Students who will know if they are on track to graduate ready for college and careers
Teachers with regular results available to guide learning and instruction
Parents with clear and timely information about the progress of their children
States with valid results that are comparable across the 25 member states
The nation as it is based on college- and career-ready, internationally-benchmarked CCSS
Learn more about PARCC
PARCC Place
We are very excited to share the new website for the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers!
Whether you are an educator, policymaker, parent, student or simply an engaged member of the public, this website offers useful  information on the Common Core State Standards and PARCC assessments.
Read more

21. CCSS Training
Two days of presentation/discussion on K-12 CCSS /Assessments.
More in-depth than MDE overview session.
Training led by Dr. Sue Gendron, under the auspices of
the International Center for Leadership in Education.
Facilitated through the RESAs.
April 26 – 27 Delta State University, Cleveland
May 17 – MS Ag and Forestry Museum, Jackson
May 23 – Ronald Whitehead Advanced Tech Center, Ellisville
May 25 – Lyman Community Center, Gulfport
June 13 – MS State University, Meridian
June 15 – Oxford Conference Center, Oxford

22. Training-of-the-Trainer Sessions
Two day training sessions focusing on grades K – 2.
Training-of-the-Trainer Model
Three teacher & administrator participants per district
June 28 – 29, July 13 – 14, 2011
Hinds CC Rankin Campus Oxford Conference Center
Muse Center, Pearl Oxford
July 26 – 27, 2011
Ronald Whitehead Technology Center
Ellisville
DISTRICTS ASSIGNED SITES –REGISTER WITH RESAS

23. Implementation Timeline
Proposed implementation schedule pending funding & PARCC resources.
Intended to get ready for CCSS & Assessments as early as possible.
Summer
2011
Fall
2011
Spring 2012
Summer 2012
Fall
2012
Spring
2013
Summer
2013
Grades
K – 2
3 – 5
6 – 8
9 – 12
Follow Up
Follow Up
Training
Follow Up
Follow Up
Training
Training
Follow Up
Follow Up
Follow Up
Follow Up
Training
K-12 follow-up sessions will occur around the state in late summer 2013.

24. K – 2 Implementation
The implementation process will begin with K-2 in
K-2 was selected as the initial implementation grade span because:
Participant feedback from overview sessions was highly favorable to begin with K-2.
kindergarten students will be the first 3rd graders to participate in the Assessments for grades during the school year.
High stakes testing does not occur at the K-2 grade levels.
Continued

25. K – 2 Implementation
K-2 Training-of-the-Trainers sessions will be offered in three locations this summer with follow-up sessions offered across the year.
It is anticipated that grades 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12 will follow the same basic pattern with improvements that are learned along the way.
All grade levels will be trained by summer 2012 and will have completed follow-up activities by the summer of 2013, well before the start date of the new assessments.
It may help to think of implementation as a multi-year process of weaving the Common Core State Standards into the fabric of classroom instruction until the CCSS have replaced the MS Curriculum Frameworks.

26. List of Electronic Resources
(Key Resources) 1. Reaching Higher: the Common Core State Standards Validation Committee 2. Summary of Public Feedback for K-12 Standards 3. Summary of Public Feedback for College and Career Readiness Standards 4. Common Core State Standards Criteria 5. Common Core State Standards Considerations 6. Joint International Benchmarking Report 7. Key Points of the English Language Arts Standards 8. Key Points of the Math Standards
(Cont.)

27. List of Electronic Resources
9. Frequently Asked Question
10. Myths vs. Facts
11. Common Core Standards PowerPoint-March 2010
12. Common Core State Standards Webinar (PowerPoint presentation) June 30, 2010  
(Hot Topics)
13. CCSS MASA Powerpoint, October 2010
14. CCSS Powerpoint and Webinar, November 30, 2010
15. Common Core State Standards Initiative: Key Resources

28. Questions??

29. Other Resources Common Core Website www.corestandards.org MDE Website
(hot topics)
PARCC Website
Contact Info
Trecina Green
Bureau Director
Curriculum and Instruction
Mississippi Department of Education