[Ohiogift] Gifted assessment areas

Thu Oct 30 09:01:03 EDT 2014

Just a reminder/update-
With all of the conversations about testing, which tests folks use, and
possibly changing tests/ practices in districts... the OAGC Coordinator
Division's *Coordinator Conference* on Dec. 5th is a whole day on the topic
of testing.  We will have test vendors there to answer questions and share
updates in their materials throughout the day, we have updates on ACT
Aspire, SAT/College Board, updates on state testing, ethics of testing and
considerations when choosing tests for specific populations, the list goes
on and on, but the entire day is devoted to assessment tools and practices.
We have 15-16 different presenters, all with unique topics about testing.
Many gifted coordinators are asking their Testing Coordinators to come with
them for the day, as well.

http://www.oagc.com/files/Dec52014CoordinatorConf_rev_7.2.2014_Proofed.pdf

Kelley Rains
OAGC Coordinator Division Chair
Gifted and Talented Coordinator
South-Western City Schools
614-801-6289
kelley.rains at swcsd.us

On Wed, Oct 29, 2014 at 9:54 AM, Gifted and Talented in Ohio Discussion
List <ohiogift at lists.osu.edu> wrote:

> Susan,
>
> I apologize for sending half a message.  My internet has been crazy.  This
> is what I wanted to say.
>
>
> Here is what I've done for my districts in the past:
>
> Strasburg-Franklin Local     Otis-Lennon Ability Test, 2nd and 5th grade
> in the Fall
> Newcomerstown                 Otis-Lennon Ability Test, 2nd grade in the
> Spring.  We use STAR Enterprise Reading and Math as a
>                                          pre-screener.  On any child
> scoring a 95% or better, we ask the parents for permission to assess using
> the
>                                          Stanford
> Conotton Valley                  Otis-Lennon Ability Test, 2nd grade in
> the Fall
> Lakeland Academy             Otis-Lennon Ability Test, 2nd grade in the
> Fall
>
> In all my districts we also encourage referrals from staff and parents.
>
> I am in the process of meeting with my superintendents to look at changes
> to the tests we give, the grades we test and the time of year that we test.
>
>
> Marilyn Kramer
>
>
> On Wed, Oct 29, 2014 at 9:47 AM, Kramer, Marilyn <
> marilyn.kramer at ecoesc.org> wrote:
>
>> Susan,
>>
>> Here is what I've done for my districts in the past:
>>
>> Strasburg-Franklin Local     Otis-Lennon Ability Test, 2nd and 5th grade
>> in the Fall
>> Newcomerstown                 Otis-Lennon Ability Test, 2nd grade in the
>> Spring.  We use STAR Enterprise Reading and Math as a
>>                                          pre-screener.  On any child
>> scoring a 95% or better, we ask the parents for permission to assess using
>> the
>>
>>
>> On Wed, Oct 29, 2014 at 8:49 AM, Gifted and Talented in Ohio Discussion
>> List <ohiogift at lists.osu.edu> wrote:
>>
>>>  I am interested in hearing when whole-grade screenings are taking
>>> place in districts. I have been asked by my ESC member districts to do a
>>> study and make recommendations. It seems like a lot of districts
>>> whole-grade screen at the end of 2nd or 3rd. With the Gifted inputs points
>>> being heavily weighted in the K-3 grade band, I'm curious if districts are
>>> looking to shift to an earlier grade level. If so, what grade and what
>>> instruments will be used.
>>>
>>>
>>>  Any and all information is welcomed. I will share the any compiled
>>> data.
>>>
>>>
>>>   Susan Larson
>>> Gifted Education Services Coordinator
>>> Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
>>> 205 N. 7th St.
>>> Zanesville, OH 43701
>>> 740-452-4518, 109
>>> susan.larson at mvesc.org
>>>   ------------------------------
>>> *From:* Ohiogift <ohiogift-bounces+susan.larson=mvesc.org at lists.osu.edu>
>>> on behalf of Gifted and Talented in Ohio Discussion List <
>>> ohiogift at lists.osu.edu>
>>> *Sent:* Wednesday, October 29, 2014 8:32 AM
>>>
>>> *To:* 'ohiogift at lists.osu.edu'
>>> *Subject:* Re: [Ohiogift] Gifted assessment areas
>>>
>>>
>>> Any word on when those new Operating Standards will be in place?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *Carrie Heath*
>>>
>>> *Gifted Intervention Specialist*
>>>
>>> *Millridge Elementary*
>>>
>>> *Mayfield City School District*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *From:* Ohiogift [mailto:ohiogift-bounces+cheath=
>>> mayfieldschools.org at lists.osu.edu] *On Behalf Of *Gifted and Talented
>>> in Ohio Discussion List
>>> *Sent:* Tuesday, October 28, 2014 3:08 PM
>>> *To:* ohiogift at lists.osu.edu
>>> *Subject:* Re: [Ohiogift] Gifted assessment areas
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> It is not a requirement yet; however, when the new operating standards
>>> are in place there will be requirements for whole grade screening. Some
>>> districts may be choosing to go ahead now to pull up their gifted input
>>> scores.
>>>
>>> Ann Sheldon
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> This has never been an issue before, but I have a district this year
>>> that wants to administer achievement screeners at two grade levels instead
>>> of achievement at one grade level(s) and ability at other grade level(sf).
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Gifted and Talented in Ohio Discussion List <
>>> ohiogift at lists.osu.edu>
>>> To: ohiogift <ohiogift at lists.osu.edu>
>>> Sent: Tue, Oct 28, 2014 2:55 pm
>>> Subject: Re: [Ohiogift] Gifted assessment areas
>>>
>>> We give the IOWA and the CogAT to all enrolled 2nd and 4th graders in
>>> our district.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tue, Oct 28, 2014 at 2:34 PM, Gifted and Talented in Ohio Discussion
>>> List <ohiogift at lists.osu.edu> wrote:
>>>
>>> I have a question for anyone who administers/supervises gifted testing:
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Are districts required to give a whole-grade ability screener?  This has
>>> never been an issue before, but I have a district this year that wants to
>>> administer achievement screeners at two grade levels instead of achievement
>>> at one grade level(s) and ability at other grade level(sf).
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thanks!
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> June Allred-Smith
>>>
>>> Gifted Coordinator
>>>
>>> Ross Pike ESC
>>>
>>> 475 Western Ave., Suite E
>>>
>>> Chillicothe, OH  45601
>>>
>>> Phone: 740/702-3120
>>>
>>> Fax:  740/702-3123
>>>
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>>>
>>>
>>> Amy Hixenbaugh
>>>
>>> Gifted Intervention Specialist-Watson and Whipple Elementary Schools
>>>
>>> 330-478-6177
>>>
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>>
>> --
>>           Marilyn Kramer
>>           Director of Gifted Services
>>           ECOESC
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>           Director of Gifted Services
>           ECOESC
>           834 East High Avenue
>           New Philadelphia, OH 44663
>           330.308.9939 X 8223
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