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Alternative Assessment Program
Presentation for District Test CoordinatorsFebruary 2009, Anchorage, Alaska
Grace GrayAlternative Assessment Program Manager
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You need to know…
The Participation Guidelines will be your most valuable resource;
The Alternative Assessment Program refers to the HSGQE; and
The Alternative Assessment Program has two components: Modified HSGQE Nonstandardized HSGQE
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Participation Guidelines
“This booklet explains the assessment options available to a student with a disability and the decisions that must be made by the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) or section 504 team…”
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Participation Guidelines
This booklet is a state regulation resource for understanding the Alternative Assessment Program starting on page 19.
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Alternative Assessment Program
Diploma Track Modified HSGQE Nonstandardized HSGQE Must apply to the Department for approval of an
alternative assessment
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Modified HSGQE The Modified is the HSGQE given with
allowable modifications. Changes to the test situation that normally would
not be allowed.
Modification – A change in the content, format, and/or administration of a test that alters what the test is designed to measure or the comparability of scores.
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Alaska School Laws & Regulations Statewide assessment program for students
with disabilities. A student eligible for an alternative assessment
program is eligible to take a modified HSGQE for the subtest that the student has not passed. The modifications allowed to each student shall be determined on an individualized basis consistent with the Participation Guidelines and (h) and (j) of this section. 4 AAC 06.775(g)
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Modified HSGQE A list of acceptable modifications exists. And the Department may approve other
modifications.
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Modified HSGQE
Highlight these requirements page 22
Underline requirement number three
Underline requirement number seven
Underline requirement number two
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Process for Modified HSGQE Steps for using the modified HSGQE1. The IEP/504 team meets to determine the modifications
needed for the student & writes them in the IEP (Assessment and Program Modifications sections).
2. The application is submitted to EED via email or fax at least 60 days before the date of administration.
3. EED approves, partial approves, or denies the application.
4. The IEP/504 team can submit a new application with revisions and documentation.
5. EED evaluates the new application with revisions.
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Modified HSGQE Before the testing date, sped directors and district test
coordinators will receive a full list of students approved for modifications.
District test coordinators receive copies of the Modified applications. Teachers also receive copies for the students’ files.
If the student’s application is accepted or partially accepted, it is the district’s responsibility to ensure that the modifications are available on examination day and the test proctor understands the testing procedures.
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Observe:
1. Which teachers are consistently receiving partial and/or denials
2. Are comments consistently the same issue.
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Modified HSGQE Application
The application is updated for each test administration.
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/assessment/modified.html
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HSGQE Retakes Returning 10th
graders can have modifications on retakes.
The grade level matters!
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Table Leaders Comment Take a few minutes at your tables to discuss the
following:1. Where can a DTC reference the deadline for submitting
the application?
2. What DTC management is needed for this assessment?
3. Where and how are the Modified HSGQE applications best stored and referenced?
4. How do districts ensure modifications are provided on testing day?
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Alternative Assessment Program
Diploma Track Modified HSGQE Nonstandardized HSGQE Must apply to the Department for approval of an
alternative assessment
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Nonstandardized HSGQE The Nonstandardizd HSGQE requires a
student to prepare an extensive collection of work that reflects competency in each of the state standards tested on the HSGQE. The Nonstandardized HSGQE Administrative Manual
should be reviewed prior to any IEP/504 team decision.
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Nonstandardized HSGQE
Qualifications for the Nonstandardized are important to note:
Nonstandardized HSGQE page 23
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Nonstandardized HSGQE Application
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/assessment/nonstandardized.html
The application is updated for each test administration.
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Table Leaders Comment Take a few minutes at your tables to discuss
the following:1. Where can a DTC reference the deadline for
submitting the application?
2. What other sections in the PG might new DTCs highlight?
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Where to find information on the Modified & nonstandardized HSGQE:
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/assessment/
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Everyone needs to know…
Designed to mail home prior to start of school.
Explains: the HSGQE requirements for a
diploma participation options examples of
accommodations and modifications
vocabulary used in the HSGQE process
how parents can help
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Now remember…
The Participation Guidelines will be your greatest resource;
The Alternative Assessment Program refers to the HSGQE; and
The Alternative Assessment Program has two components: Modified HSGQE Nonstandardized HSGQE
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Department Support Grace Gray, Alternative Assessment Program
Manager,907-465-8432, [email protected]
Cedar McLean, Assessment Clerk, 907-465-2900, [email protected]