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It explains portfolio-based identification using multiple data sources, highlights the portfolio’s missing cognitive measure, and recommends adding CogAT in 2nd grade to uncover hidden talents and support students with diverse needs. 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Leigh Ann Feily, Student Support Services Continuous Improvement Specialist and MTSS Coordinator; and Debra Richards, Talent Development Coordinator.  \nDescription: In alignment with Policy 614 the Edina Public Schools Assessment Calendar was collectively created throughout the 2021-22 school year. When the calendar was approved, Teaching and Learning was asked to form a Talent Development Assessment Design team to recommend a Talent Development universal screener.  \nThe CogAT assessment was historically used as a Talent Development universal screener in EPS for Gifted Education (the term utilized at the time) identification. Following a cost-benefit analysis it was determined that Edina Public Schools was not receiving the cost benefit from the tool. There was redundancy in identification between assessments that were part of the EPS system at that time.  \nThe current recommendation of reinstatement of CogAT as a Talent Development universal screener comes in light of design team work that followed implementation science and EPS’s shift away from Gifted Education to Talent Development. In a system of talent development, a portfolio with multiple assessment tools is necessary for identification in order to ensure that all students have an equitable opportunity for access to talent development opportunities. Diversity of assessment within the portfolio is necessary in order to uncover hidden talents. The CogAT brings an opportunity to view all students through a strengths-based mindset which was previously missing.  \nRecommendation: This report is for discussion to add the CogAT in 2nd grade as a Talent Development Universal Screener to the 2023-24 Assessment Calendar. The recommendation will be brought to the board for approval on May 15th.  \nDesired Outcomes from the Board: Review in detail and provide questions and feedback.  \nAattachment(s) :  \n1. Report (next page)  \nLink(s) :  \n1. Talent Development Universal Screener Presentation (March 2023)  \nIn alignment with Policy 614 the Edina Public Schools Assessment Calendar was collectively created throughout the 2021-22 school year. When the calendar was approved, Teaching and Learning was asked to form a Talent Development Assessment Design team to recommend a Talent Development universal screener.  \nTalent Development Identification for a Select Few Classes:  \nTalent Development identification is designed to be comprehensive. The grade level bands that students are identified for a different class than their typical grade level class are:  \n● 3-6 grade accelerated math  \n● 4-6 grade extended reading  \n● 6 grade accelerated science  \n● 6 grade math  \nA change in Edina since the Edina Gifted Education Study in 2017 is that for these select classes, instead of relying on only one piece of data, there are MULTIPLE data points (portfolio) that are gathered to determine placement. These data points can include observation protocols, summative assessments, formative assessments, teachers feedback, classroom engagement and performance, parent and student feedback, and extenuating circumstances.  \nUniversal Screener Addition to the Identification Portfolio:  \nUsing a Talent Development approach has eliminated the need for having two consecutive scores in the 97% or higher on the MAP test to participate in Extended Reading and/or Accelerated Math. Instead, a portfolio that collects data for a body of evidence is currently in place to determine appropriate programming options.This shift began in the fall of 2021 .  \n2022-23 Talent Development Portfolio  \n\n| Data Piece | Area Measured |\n| --- | --- |\n| FASTBridge (aReading and aMath) | Academic |\n| MCA State Assessment | Academic |\n| Classroom Benchmark Assessment | Academic |\n| Classroom Flexible Grouping Unit Assignments | Academic |\n| Grades | Academic |\n\n\n","cbCaihaVO5AOgWLC","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihaVO5AOgWLC","pdf",214829,"English","# Background and Policy Alignment\n## Prior Universal Screener Use and Cost-Benefit Review\n# Talent Development Identification Model\n## Multiple Data Points (Portfolio) for Select Classes\n# Universal Screener Portfolio Expansion\n## FASTBridge, MCA, Benchmarks, and Observations\n## Need for a Cognitive Test and Equity Rationale\n# 2023-2024 Assessment Calendar Recommendation\n## Add CogAT in 2nd Grade\n## Desired Board Outcomes","[{\"question\":\"Why was a Talent Development universal screener assessment design team formed?\",\"answer\":\"When the 2021-22 assessment calendar was approved, Teaching and Learning was asked to form a Talent Development Assessment Design team to recommend a Talent Development universal screener aligned with Policy 614.\"},{\"question\":\"What issues led to removing CogAT as a universal screener previously used in EPS?\",\"answer\":\"A cost-benefit analysis determined Edina Public Schools was not receiving cost benefit from the tool, and there was redundancy in identification between assessments included in the EPS system at the time.\"},{\"question\":\"What change is recommended for the 2023-2024 assessment calendar?\",\"answer\":\"The recommendation is to add CogAT in 2nd grade as a Talent Development Universal Screener to the 2023-24 Assessment Calendar, for board approval on May 15th.\"}]","Talent Development Universal Screener Recommendation - Board Discussion | PDF",1791177262,13]