1. FSA General Information
The Florida Standards Assessments is a suite of reading, writing and math tests designed to measure student performance. The test is tied to the Florida standards, which outline what students should know at the end of each grade. Standards can be viewed at: FLDOE.org

2. How can I help my child be successful?
Stay involved in your child’s education.
Offer positive support and feedback.
Encourage your child to relax and do their very best.
Take advantage of online resources, such as school websites and portals.
Ensure your child is present and on time throughout the testing window for their grade.

3. Where to find information about FSA:

4. Click Register
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Go to:
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5. Login to take practice tests!
This will expose your child to test question types and allow them an opportunity for stress-free practice.

6. WK8 Testing Dates: Grade/Test Date 4 -7 FSA Writing: February 27-28
8 FSA Writing: March 1 – 3
3 Reading: March 27-28
3-8 Math: April 10-May 12
4-8 Reading: April 10-May 12
5 and 8 Science: May 2-3
WK8 Testing Dates:

7. Only the grade 8 Writing assessment is Computer-based
Only the grade 8 Writing assessment is Computer-based. Grades 4-7 are Paper-based.

8. Only the grade 3 ELA is Paper-based.
All other ELA and Math assessments are Computer-based.

10. FSA Writing Grades 4-8

11. FSA Writing Writing test given to all students grades 4-11
120 minutes to read multiple passages and write a response to a prompt
Writing Scores will be counted as a portion of the overall ELA test.

12. Two Types of Writing Argumentative
Analyze multiple texts and defend a point of view with textual evidence.
Informative or Explanatory
Read multiple texts and use textual information to support an idea.

13. Sample Argumentative Prompt
Write an essay in which you take a position on whether or not students should be required to stay in school until they are 18. Use the information presented in the passages to support your argument. Make sure to include information from all the passages in your essay.
Manage your time carefully so that you can
read the passages;
plan your essay;
write your essay; and
revise and edit your essay.
Be sure to:
• Introduce a claim;
• Distinguish counterclaims; (grade level specific)
• Use evidence from multiple sources; and
• Avoid overly relying on one source.
 Your written response should be in the form of a multi-paragraph essay. Remember to spend time reading, planning, writing, revising, and editing.

14. Sample Explanatory/Informative Prompt
Write an essay in which you explain why scientific knowledge changes over time and what impact these changes have on society. Use the information presented in all three texts to support your points.
Manage your time carefully so that you can
read the passages;
plan your essay;
write your essay; and
revise and edit your essay.
Be sure to:
• Introduce a claim;
• Use evidence from multiple sources; and
• Avoid overly relying on one source.
Your written response should be in the form of a multi-paragraph essay. Remember to spend time reading, planning, writing, revising, and editing.

15. Grades 4-7: Paper-based Writing Test
Grade 8 ONLY: Computer-based Writing Test pictured below:

16. FSA Reading

17. Multiple Choice 4 Choices Single correct answer
Either a question or statement
3 Distractors
Passage context: whole and/or part
Context is aligned to the standard

18. Sample Multiple Choice

19. Multi-Select Multiple correct answers
Select ALL correct answers from the number of options
Includes passage context, question/statement, two or more correct answers, several plausible distractors
For example, 6 choices and 2 are correct
No partial credit
Sample: Select which two pieces of evidence support the author’s claim…

20. Sample (1) Multi-Select

21. Sample (2) Multi-Select

22. Evidence-based Selected Response
Two part items
Students are directed to select the correct answer from Part A and Part B
Multiple choice or multi-select
Part A-Often analysis or inference
Part B- Usually find text to support answer in Part A
Includes: passage context, questions or directions statements, two or more correct answers, several possible distractors

23. Sample (a) Evidence-based Selected Response

24. Sample (b) Evidence-based Selected Response

25. Sample (c) Evidence-based Selected Response

26. Open Response Includes context questions, inferences, etc…
Students write in response area.
Looking for keywords to answer the question content.
Not graded on language conventions.

27. Sample Open Response

28. Editing Task
Students read selection containing one or more blank spaces with four choices. Requires careful reading!
Covers grade level standards on the following:
Subject/verb agreement
Verb Tense
Spelling
Capitalization
Punctuation

29. Sample Editing Task Paper-based

30. Sample Editing Task (Computer-based)

31. Graphic Response (GRID) Items
Requires the student to drag (from one location) and drop their response (into another location). Computer- based tests only.

32. Sample Graphic Response (GRID)

34. FSA Mathematics

35. Multiple Choice One answer Three distractors 3rd Grade Sample Stem:
An equation is shown.
4 + 9 = 9 + □
What is the missing value?
A. 4
B. 5
C. 9
D. 13
One answer
Three distractors

36. Multi-select 1 point -no partial credit
Two or more answers
Several distractors
4th grade Sample Stem:
Pat has 12 times as many model cars as John. John has 5 model cars. Select the expression that shows how many cars Pat has.
o 5 x 12 o o
o 12(5)
o 12(12 + 5)

37. Multi-select All or nothing: 1 point -no partial credit

38. Equation response
Students must enter a valid statement that answers a question.
The response can be in the form of a number, an expression, or an equation.
4th Grade Sample Stem:
Johnny has 10 marbles. Mark has 3 times as many marbles as Johnny. How many marbles does Mark have? _________________

39. Graphic Response (GRID) Items
GRID items require using point, line, or arrow buttons to create a response. .

40. Hot Text Items
Hot Text items require you to either click on a response option or drag a response option to another location.

41. Westside 2017 Testing Dates:
Grade/Test Date
4 -7 FSA Writing: February 27-28
8 FSA Writing: March 1 - 3
3 Reading: March 27-28
3-8 Math: April 10-May 12
4-8 Reading: April 10-May 12
5 and 8 Science: May 2-3
No Early Release these Wednesdays:
March 1
April 12
April 19
April 26
May 3

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44. Just ask us! Don’t forget to visit the FSA portal at FSAssessments.org

45. Attention Parents of 3rd Graders: Promotion Requirements
In order to move on to fourth grade, students must satisfy at least one of the following state requirements:
Level 2 or higher on ELA portion of FSA
Passing portfolio (see next slide)
45th percentile or higher score on SAT 10 (Given in May)
50th percentile or higher on final i-ready assessment.
Additional exemptions may pertain to ELL, ESE, or previously retained students.

46. Attention Parents of 3rd Graders: Third Grade Portfolios
Can be used for Good Cause Exemption documentation for students who score Level 1 on ELA portion of FSA.
Provides evidence of mastery of third grade standards.
Each of the 18 tests consist of a short reading passage followed by 5 questions covering several standards.
Require at least 70% score on 3 informational and 3 literary passages.
Tests began in approximately one per week.