Your Feedback Made a Difference!

The State Board of Education voted last week on the 7 changes that affect elementary school. A recap of the vote is:

• Change 1: More rigorous Level 3 cut scores - Approved






• Change 2: Implement a Reading Threshold – 25% Approved to be implemented starting next year





• Change 3: Include SWD(Students with disabilities) and ELL (Engligh Language Learners) students in proficiency calculations – Postponed for further discussion next month





• Change 4: Reduce cell size requirement to 10 – Continued Discussion





• Change 5: Modify the Learning Gains calculation for Level 1 and 2 students - Approved





• Add weight for students who move to Level 4 or 5 - Approved





• Remove Level 3 students from Lowest 25% - Approved
  

Thanks to all that submitted written and/or electronic surveys. A collaborated effort by all State of Florida citizens did make a difference. Continue to send your comments on change 3 to the State Board members!