1. English Language Arts (ELA) Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) May 1st and 2nd 2019

2. A passing score on the ELA FSA is a Graduation Requirement
FSA Reading & Writing scores are combined for your total
Perfect Score = 412
Passing Score = 350
Concordant Scores
SAT - 430
ACT - 19
A passing score on the ELA FSA is a Graduation Requirement

3. Graduation Requirements for a Standard Diploma
English 4
4 Required
English I, II, III, IV
Mathematics 4
4 required
Including Algebra I or its equivalent and Geometry
Science 3
3 required
Including Biology (2 of which must have a laboratory component)
Social Studies 3
Including 1 World History, 1 U.S. History, 0.5 U.S. Government, and 0.5 Economics w/ Fin Lit
Fine Arts 1
1 required
In Fine or Performing Arts, or an approved Practical Arts course
(2 years of ROTC waives Fine Art req)
Physical Ed (HOPE) 1
Physical Education to include the integration of Health
(2 years of ROTC or Sports waives HOPE) *waived for ACCEL diploma
Foreign Language
(College Prep only)
Not required for high school graduation, but at least 2 credits in the same language are required for admission into four year colleges and universities
Electives 8
8 required
Online/Virtual
At least one course within the 24 credits required must be completed through online learning. (FLVS) *waived for ACCEL diploma
GPA Requirement
2.0 STATE GPA
Minimum Credits
24 credits are required
TESTS:
Reading: FSA
OR SAT
OR ACT 19 +
Graduation Requirements for a Standard Diploma
Schedule a meeting with your guidance counselor to see if you are on track

4. What’s on the ELA FSA?

5. What’s on the ELA FSA?
Each type of question asks you to demonstrate a specific literacy skill

6. Key Ideas and Details I can… Read closely to understand information
Cite text evidence to support inferences and conclusions.
Analyze the development and interaction of central , themes, individuals, events or supporting details
Summarize key concepts
Key Ideas and Details

7. Craft and Structure I can…
Interpret connotative and figurative meanings of words and phrases.
Analyze how word choice affects meaning and tone
Analyze how text structure impacts the texts
Determine the effects of point of view or purpose.
Craft and Structure

8. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
I can …
Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media formats
Evaluate arguments for claims, validity, relevance and sufficient evidence
Analyze the treatment of similar topics or themes.
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas

9. Language and Editing I can evaluate and correct errors in… grammar
usage
capitalization
punctuation
and spelling
Language and Editing

10. How can I prepare or study for the FSA?
You have been practicing these skills in your English and Reading classes every year!
Every text you’ve read and every activity you’ve completed has been aligned with the skills on the FSA.
The FSA is a measure of your mastery of each of these skills.
Did you take advantage of each opportunity to practice and receive feedback?
How can I prepare or study for the FSA?

11. When will I know my scores?
You will receive an official score report by mail sometime this summer.
If you move or the address we have on file is incorrect, you may not receive your scores until the beginning of the school year.
Feel free to call or stop by the school office over the summer to check and see if your scores are in.
When will I know my scores?

12. What happens if I don’t achieve a passing score on the FSA?
If you can’t demonstrate your mastery of these skills on the FSA this year, you will receive additional support next year in a reading class .
You will remain in a reading class until you achieve a passing score on the FSA, or a concordant score on the SAT or ACT
You will have several more chances to take the FSA in your Junior and Senior Year
You can also pay to take the SAT or ACT anytime to attempt a concordant score
*Fee waivers available!
*All Juniors in Hillsborough County Public High Schools take the SAT for free in April!
What happens if I don’t achieve a passing score on the FSA?

13. How can I prepare or study for the FSA?
You can also go online to and take a practice test
How can I prepare or study for the FSA?