Friday, January 9, 2015

Spring MEA (SBAC) update

Overview:
This spring brings the new MEA (formally known as SBAC) assessments.  For continued updates, visit sbac.rsu20.org.  This is our clearinghouse of all things MEA (SBAC).

From MDOE:
Once the Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE) is activated on Jan. 20, DSAs will be able to designate School Test Coordinators (SC) in each testing school. The Maine DOE will provide a series of webinars to support School Coordinators as they prepare for a leadership role within their schools. SCs will in turn designate Test Administrators (TA) who will go through their own online training and certification process. 

RSU #20 MEA timeline: where should we be now?

1. Staff: Our goal was to have you and your students attempt the Training Practice Test and three Practice Tests by 28 February 2015.  Have you been able to begin?  Are you in need of assistance?  Please contact your building technology integrator.

2. Building administrators: If you haven't done so already, you should be designating an SC for your building(s).  The TIDE opens 20 January 2015 and SCs will have an opportunity to attend webinars to prepare for their role.  It is unclear at this time if the webinars are required or how many there might be.

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