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M-STEP Resources: Answers For Parents About Academic Goals and Tests

The document provides resources and information for parents about the M-STEP standardized test administered annually in Michigan. It outlines when the test will take place, what subjects will be covered, and where parents can find information on learning expectations and practice tests. It also provides tips on helping children who may feel anxious and resources for assisting with homework or accommodating those with special needs. Scores are intended to help guide discussions between parents and teachers on student progress and needs.

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M-STEP Resources: Answers For Parents About Academic Goals and Tests

The document provides resources and information for parents about the M-STEP standardized test administered annually in Michigan. It outlines when the test will take place, what subjects will be covered, and where parents can find information on learning expectations and practice tests. It also provides tips on helping children who may feel anxious and resources for assisting with homework or accommodating those with special needs. Scores are intended to help guide discussions between parents and teachers on student progress and needs.

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M-STEP Resources

ANSWERS FOR PARENTS ABOUT ACADEMIC GOALS AND TESTS


Throughout their academic career, all students will take standardized tests, including an annual state test to measure how
well they are progressing in the skills and content at each grade level in math and English language arts. Tests can open
doors to many great opportunities in life, including college, scholarships and professional careers.
For some students, however, standardized tests can bring a lot of stress and anxiety. Your childs teacher is the best resource
for information on whats happening in the classroom as well as the tests. In addition, here are some resources to help you
better understand what your child is learning and some simple things you can do at home to help him or her feel less
anxious and more prepared for the M-STEP.

WHEN IS THE M-STEP?


The testing window in Michigan is between
April 11 and May 27. Visit your childs school or
school district website to find more specific
information.

WHAT WILL MY CHILD BE TESTED ON?


Its easy to find the learning expectations for your childs grade
level in both math and English language arts.

RESOURCES FOR PARENTS


PTA Parents Guide to Success, www.pta.org/parentsguide
Univision's Clave al xito, http://exito.univision.com

WHAT IF MY CHILD NEEDS SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS?


Children who are learning English and those with special needs may receive certain types of
assistance during the test. Supports may include things like having a glossary, more time to take the
test, having it read out loud, etc. Its best to talk directly to your childs teacher prior to the test date
about what support is available, but there are also resources online that can help.
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
Understood, www.understood.org
Colorn colorado!, www.colorincolorado.org/teaching-ells/common-core/common-core-ells-assessment

WHAT CAN I DO IF IM HAVING TROUBLE HELPING MY CHILD WITH HOMEWORK?


Sometimes even parents
need help with homework,
especially in math.

RESOURCES FOR PARENTS


Khan Academy, www.khanacademy.org (math specific)
Homework Help Desk, www.homeworkhelpdesk.org

IS THERE A PRACTICE TEST AVAILABLE?

YES!

Theres a free practice test available online that can give


you and your child a good sense of the types of reading,
math and writing questions that will appear on the test.

RESOURCES FOR PARENTS


M-STEP, https://wbte.drcedirect.com/MI/portals/mi/ott1

Tip:
Consider visiting
your public library
if you are in need
of access to a
computer.

HOW CAN PARENTS USE THE TEST SCORES?


Score reports, teacher observations, report cards
and classroom performance work together to
provide a complete picture of a student's progress.
This information can be used to guide discussions
with your child's teachers during parent-teacher
conferences and throughout the year about any
support they might need to stay on track.

www.nclr.org

RESOURCES FOR PARENTS


To find activities tailored to your childs performance on
the test, visit:
Skill Builder, www.bealearninghero.org/skill-builder

www.michiganstandards.org

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