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Details the percentile thresholds for advanced and honors coursework, lists qualifying standardized placement tests, and explains which tests do not count for placement. 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There are five criteria used to place students:  \n● Recommendation from the previous teacher  \n● Test scores  \n○ Standardized test scores  \n○ VCMS’ placement exam/final exam scores  \n● Classroom performance  \n● The time it takes to master concepts  \n● Enjoyment of the subject  \nInitial placement is based upon the first two criteria: Recommendation from the previous teacher and standardized test scores  \n● Recommendation from the previous teacher-First and foremost we rely on the year-long observation of the student’s previous teacher to recommend where the student should be placed for the next school year. The teacher recommendation is used for both incoming students as well as continuing VCMS students.  \n● Standardized Test Scores-nationally normed tests based on grade level (not age)  \n○ Students will be considered for advanced coursework if the student scores in the 98th percentile or higher (equivalent to two grade levels or higher than their current grade level) .  \n○ Students will be considered for honors coursework if the student scores in the 90th percentile or higher (equivalent to a grade level or higher than their current grade level) .  \nNationally normed summative tests used to help determine placement include:  \n○ ACT Aspire-Math  \n○ California Achievement Test (CAT) -Math total  \n○ Iowa Assessments(ITBS, ITED)/Iowa Flex-Math; Math Total  \n○ Otis-Lennon School Ability Test (OLSAT 8) -Nonverbal  \n○ Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) -Math  \n○ Stanford Achievement Test (SAT) -Total Math  \n○ *STS Educational Development Series (ED Series) -Math; Quantitative  \n○ *STS High School Placement Test (HSPT) -Cognitive Skills; Quantitative Skills  \n○ Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Achievement-Math Cluster  \n*Note: VCMS students take the STS Series fall and spring of sixth and seventh grades; and in the fall of eighth grade. VCMS eighth-grade students take the HSPT in winter.  \nTests that do not qualify as tools for placement  \n● STAR Tests  \n● MAP Tests  \nIf the student meets the requirement for initial placement in an advanced or honors course,  \nthe following three criteria are reviewed to make sure the student has the opportunity to master enough content to have a balance of successes and challenges while learning math.  \n● Classroom performance (as evidenced by the student’s transcripts and final exam scores)  \n● The time it takes to master concepts (Is the child able to currently keep up with the pacing of the honors or advanced courses. The child may be able to complete the work, but can the child keep up with the class?)  \n● Enjoyment of the subject (If the child can do the work, and keep up with the pacing, does the child have a balance of successes and opportunities for growth, or is the child concentrating so hard on “getting the answer” that the child has no time to pause and enjoy the content?)  \nFinal Placement Decisions-The final decision is made after watching the student in the math orientation classes. (Math orientation classes are typically held two to three times during the first two weeks of the school year.) This class time allows students, who might be on the cusp of two different levels, an opportunity to showcase their abilities in real time before the final decision is made.  \nAfter all considerations are reviewed to find the best overall fit for each student, the students areplaced into their presumed math course (for the year) .  \nMath 2024-2025  \nMath Progression from 6th Grade through 8th Grade  \n\n| Grade Level | Grade Level | Honors | Advanced |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 6th Grade\u003Cbr>-Class\u003Cbr>-Textbook | 6th Grade\u003Cbr>-Grade Level Math\u003Cbr>-Big Ideas Math Modeling Real Life (6th Advanced) by Ron Larson | 6th Grade\u003Cbr>-Honors Math\u003Cbr>-Big Ideas Math Modeling Real Life (6th Advanced) by Ron Larson | 6th Grade\u003Cbr>-Advanced Math\u003Cbr>-Big Ideas Math Modeling Real Life (7th Advanced) by Ron Larson |\n| 7th Grade\u003Cbr>-Class\u003Cbr>-Textbook | 7th Grade\u003Cbr>-Grade Lev","cbCaie9tMLqRkNnH","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaie9tMLqRkNnH","pdf",282243,"English","# Math Placement Criteria and Decision Process\n## Initial placement based on recommendations and standardized tests\n## Additional review criteria for advanced/honors eligibility\n# Math Progression from 6th Grade through 8th Grade\n## Grade-level, honors, and advanced course mapping\n## Anticipated high school math outcomes\n# Extra Support for Struggling Students\n## In-class help and email guidance","[{\"question\":\"What are the five criteria used to place students into a math class?\",\"answer\":\"Placement uses (1) recommendation from the previous teacher, (2) test scores, including standardized placement tests, (3) classroom performance, (4) the time it takes to master concepts, and (5) enjoyment of the subject.\"},{\"question\":\"How are advanced and honors students initially identified using standardized test scores?\",\"answer\":\"Students are considered for advanced coursework at the 98th percentile or higher, and for honors coursework at the 90th percentile or higher. These thresholds are based on nationally normed tests tied to grade level.\"},{\"question\":\"When is the final placement decision made?\",\"answer\":\"The final decision is made after watching students during math orientation classes held two to three times in the first two weeks of the school year, especially for students on the edge of two levels.\"},{\"question\":\"What support is available for students who struggle with math concepts or units?\",\"answer\":\"Struggling students can request help by emailing the teacher with specific details and continuing to do as much work as possible independently, or ask for help during class time so the teacher can allocate support time effectively.\"}]","Math-2024-2025 - Placement Criteria, Progression (6th-8th) and Support | PDF"]