How do you teach reading STAAR?
Let’s get started!
- Strategy #1: Important vocabulary words to know.
- Strategy #2: Don’t forget the title is important too.
- Strategy #3: Number the paragraphs.
- Strategy #4: Read the questions first.
- Strategy #5: Now comes the passage.
- Strategy #6: Back to those questions (and answer choices).
What is STAAR reading?
STAAR is a Texas statewide testing program, which consists of core standardized tests given out at all public primary and secondary schools for specific grade levels. Here are the STAAR tests students must take at each grade level: Grades 3-8: Reading and Mathematics. Grades 4 and 7: Writing. Grades 5 and 8: Science.
What are Staar strategies?
Read the title, skim and scan for graphs, tables, photos, and captions. and make a prediction about the genre of the passage. Skim through questions to determine what the questions are asking. Circle key words in each question and label the skill you are going to use.
How do I prepare for Staar?
Students should also spend time studying outside of class, both on their own and in study groups. The use of flashcards, review sheets and notes will go a long way to helping students pass the STAAR assessments they face. To learn more about individual exam preparation, check out the resources below.
What happens if you fail the STAAR test?
If a student fails the Reading and/or Math STAAR Tests, s/he given two additional opportunities to pass and be promoted to the next year’s grade. Districts may decide to give students an alternative assessment on the third try. Students cannot be promoted to the next grade without passing the alternative assessment.
What are reporting categories for STAAR?
The STAAR assessments have three categories for performance—Level III: Advanced Academic Performance, Level II: Satisfactory Academic Performance, and Level I: Unsatisfactory Academic Performance. Your child’s performance level is indicated for each assessment he or she took.
What are the 5 subjects for the STAAR test?
In general, students must pass (Approaches Grade Level) five STAAR EOC assessments— Algebra I, English I, English II, Biology, and U.S. History—to earn a high school diploma from a Texas public or charter school as required in TEC §39.025. 23. Which students must meet the STAAR graduation requirements?
Where can I find STAAR resources for my grades?
Located below are the STAAR resources for grades 3–8 reading assessments. To see all available STAAR resources, visit the STAAR Resources webpage. Sample writing items for grades 3 – 8 revising and editing are now available on the new Reading Language Arts STAAR Sample Items page .
What do special education students need to know about STAAR?
The STAAR program includes assessments that address students receiving special education services and also for English learners (ELs) who meet particular participation requirements. Assessments for Students Receiving Special Education Services: STAAR Alternate 2 Assessments for English Learners: STAAR Spanish
Is the STAAR English III available in Texas?
As of spring 2016, STAAR English III and Algebra II are available for districts to administer as optional assessments. The resources on this website provide information to familiarize Texas educators and the public with the design and format of the STAAR program.
When did the state of Texas start the STAAR program?
The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) program, which was implemented in spring 2012, includes annual assessments for reading and mathematics, grades 3–8 writing at grades 4 and 7 science at grades 5 and 8