Meeting+Notes+8-12-10


 * Agenda**


 * Welcome/Introductions


 * How did we get here?


 * Unpack kits


 * Assessment Procedures


 * Assessment walk-thru


 * Parameters
 * 1) DRA2 v. Benchmark Assessment
 * 2) Assessment Window #1: Assess 4-6 **assessments** between August 24th - October 4th (writing portion is required for pilot purposes)
 * 3) Assessment Window #2: Complete 4-6 **assessments** between November 1st - January 14th (writing portion is required for pilot purposes)
 * 4) Assess kids that are at different levels
 * 5) You do not need to assess both fiction and nonfiction books at the same level. If a child scores independent at either a fiction or nonfiction at the same level, you may move on to the next level without assessing the other genre at the same level. F&P recommends alternating genres as you move up levels (FAQ section of Assessment Guide)
 * 6) Julie and Kate are offering to help with assessments. You can contact us to set up times.
 * 7) Send data to Julie & Kate by Friday, January 21st


 * Next meeting date: **Friday, February 4th, 12:30 - 4:00 pm** (This has been rescheduled from Wednesday January 26th, 12:30 - 4:00pm)
 * 1) Bring copy of data sheets (DRA2 and Benchmark Data)
 * 2) Bring 1 copy of each of your assessments to reference
 * 3) Be ready to share feedback with the group about the Benchmark Assessment 2