2. 2020 Vision By 2020 all students will graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete successfully in the global economy, participate in a democratic society and contribute positively as members of families and communities.

3. 2014 PASS State Results 8 of 30 PASS scores (ELA, Writing, Math, Science & Social Studies) in grades 3 -8 increased over 2013 –3 rd Writing, Math –4 th Writing, Social Studies –5 th Writing, Social Studies –6 th Social Studies –7 th Math

4. Issues Number of Students Scoring Not Met 1 in 3 rd grade reading increased by 1,000 % Students Scoring Met or above in Reading declined across all grade levels (6 th and 7 th grade reading down 5.1%) % Students Scoring Met or above in Science declined across all grade levels

5. The graduate of the K-12 public schools of South Carolina will be equipped for careers and college, life long learning and civic life in a global, digital and knowledge based world. Profile of the South Carolina Graduate 5

6. World Class Knowledge Rigorous standards in language arts and math for career and college readiness Multiple languages, science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), arts and social sciences World Class Skills Creativity and innovation Critical thinking and problem solving Collaboration and teamwork Communication, information, media and technology Knowing how to learn Life and Career Characteristics Integrity Self-direction Global perspective Perseverance Work ethic Interpersonal skills

7. 4K and 5K Assessment mCLASS®:CIRCLE™ - by Amplify Developed in collaboration with Dr. Susan Landry and University of Texas Health Science Center’s Children's Learning Institute “Fully prepare children for kindergarten and beyond by combining C-PALLS assessments with the measurement of social and emotional development as well as literacy, science and math skills, with full support for all Head Start domains.”

8. Measure critical skills for early literacy, science and math with short, research-based tasks. Monitor the development and skills included in all 11 Head Start domains. Observe and record behaviors to gauge social and emotional development. Identify areas of strength or concern with detailed reports and analysis. Plan individual, group or class activities based on performance and progress.

9. Other Assessment Decisions Grade 3, ELA & Math Only Grade 4-8, All Subjects WorkKeys Grades 3-8 and 11 Assessment in ELA & Math

10. Other Accountability Issues Report Card for Military Children Consolidation of Federal & State Report Cards (2016-17) Standards Review

11. http://scstandards.org Deadline: September 30, 2014

12. As of September 1, 2014: Survey Results: ELA: 5,777 comments Math: 2,067 comments Appendixes (3 in ELA and 1 in Math): 58 comments tota l

13. By 2025, 60% of all Americans will have two- or four-year degree or credential because 65% of jobs will require it. By 2018, 56% of the 630,000 jobs in SC will require postsecondary degree or credentials. (Georgetown University) A Stronger Nation through Higher Education

14. ACT Benchmarks College Course 2013 ACT Test Score% SC Meeting % in US Meeting English 1862%64% AlgebraMath2239%44% Social Sciences Reading2241%44% BiologyScience2332%36% ALL22%26%

15. 2014 -15 Expanded Roles Define other domains for readiness assessment Assist in implementation of Educational Credit for Exceptional Needs Children Community Block Services Grant Program -$1.0 million Efficiency Review Technology Pilot and Survey

16. Contact Information Melanie Barton (803) 734-6148 mbarton@eoc.sc.gov Other Staff: –Rainey Knight –Dana Yow –Kevin Andrews –Bunnie Ward