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Family Math Family Math Assessment Assessment Information Information

SessionSession

Wednesday, February 1, 2012Wednesday, February 1, 2012

6:00PM- 7:00PM6:00PM- 7:00PM

When is the New York State Mathematics Assessment?

• The Mathematics Assessment will be given to New York City Public school students in Grades 6 - 8:– Wednesday, April 25, 2012– Thursday, April 26, 2012– Friday, April 27, 2012

Who will be tested?

• All students in Grades 6 - 8 will be tested in mathematics. This includes:

• ELL (English Language Learners)• IEP Students (Students with Individualized Educational

Program)

• IEP students scheduled for the NYSAA (New York State Alternative Assessment) as indicated on their IEP, are the only student exempt from this assessment.

Why is my child being tested?

• The New York State Mathematics Assessment is designed to determine how well students have mastered necessary grade level skills.

How is the test structured?

• The test is broken up into two parts• Multiple Choice• Open Ended

• The mathematics test will be given in three sessions.

Day 1- Multiple Choice OnlyDay 2- Multiple Choice OnlyDay 3- Open Ended Questions (Short and Extended

Response Questions)

Session 1: Multiple Choice

The multiple choice questions measures basic skills, concepts, and procedures

Book 1: 60 Minutes 38 ProblemsBook 2: 60 Minutes 37 Problems

Session 2: Short & Extended Response

• The short and extended response questions require students to support their answers by showing their work and/or explain how they arrived at their answers.

• The short and extended response questions measure students’ understanding of mathematical procedures and problem solving strategies

Grade 6: 70 Minutes 6 Short Response 5 Extended Response

Grade 7: 70 Minutes 6 Short Response 5 Extended Response

Grade 8: 80 Minutes

8 Short Response 5 Extended Response

Field Test Items

• This year the New York State Education Department has embedded Field Test questions in the Grade 3 – 8 Mathematics Assessment.– Students/ teachers will not know which

items are field test questions.– Field test items will not count toward

student’s test score

What will the test cover?

Strand Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Number Sense and Operations

37% 30% 11%

Algebra 19% 12% 44%

Geometry 17% 14% 35%

Measurement 11% 14% 10%

Probability and Statistics

16% 30% 0%

What materials will my child need for

the test?• Rulers will be provided for all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.

• Protractors will be provided for all 7th grade students.

• Scientific Calculators are used in 7th and 8th grade only on the short response and extended response problems. Calculators may not be used on the multiple choice problems. Students should come prepared with a scientific calculator, if your child does not have a scientific calculator one will be provided by the school.

• Reference Sheets will be provided for students in grades 7 and 8 to use on the short and extended response items. The reference sheets will provide students with necessary formulas and reference information that students may need to assist them in answering certain questions.

What are teachers doing to prepare students in

school?

• Incorporating test prep into daily lessons.• Administering and reviewing sample test• Spiraling lessons to review topics

previously covered• Using acuity data to target specific areas

of weakness.

How can I help my child at home?

• Ensure that your child is completing all assignments• Make sure your child is reviewing topics from the beginning of

the year.• Encourage your child to ask for help with anything they still

find confusing• Ask your child to explain information to you.• Encourage good work habits (following directions, avoiding

careless mistakes, check work)• Present a positive attitude towards the test.• Be sure your child is physically prepared on the day of the

test (good night sleep, proper breakfast)• Encourage your child to visit the acuity website at https://nyc-

acuity.mcgraw-hill.com/index.jsp

What other supports does Wagner have available to help my child prepare for

the exam?

• Morning Enrichment: Tuesday and Wednesday

• After-school Homework Help:

Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday and Friday

Where can I go for more information?

• http://www.p12.nysed.gov/ciai/mst/math/toolkit.ht• https://nyc-acuity.mcgraw-hill.com/index.jsp• https://arisparentlink.org/parentlink• http://phschool.com/webcodes10/index.cfm?

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