dispelling dapa myths
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Dispelling DAPA Myths. Brian M. Touchette www.DAPAonline.org November 15, 2007 Center for Disabilities Studies University of Delaware & Delaware Department of Education. Participation in DAPA. 2 primary guidelines Student requires extensive modifications - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Dispelling DAPA Myths
Brian M. Touchette
www.DAPAonline.org
November 15, 2007
Center for Disabilities StudiesUniversity of Delaware
&Delaware Department of Education
Participation in DAPA 2 primary guidelines
Student requires extensive modifications Student requires intensive individualized
instruction in order to acquire and generalize knowledge
IEP team should review Students profile Guidelines for Inclusion of Students with
Disabilities and English Language Learners DAPA Participation Guidelines
View at www.doe.k12.de.us
Participation Guidelines (PG)
The IEP team must agree with each of
the 4 criteria sign and date the
form At least 2 team
member signatures Dated 1/2/07 –
1/30/08 Include a copy of the
PG from the student’s current IEP
Participation Criteria
Criterion #1: Evidence of Significant Cognitive DisabilitiesStudent’s levels of cognitive skills and
adaptive behavior are such that extensive modifications are required in order to access the general curriculum.
Participation Criteria
Criterion #2: Intensity of InstructionStudent requires extensive direct
instruction and/or extensive supports to accomplish the application and transfer of skills to school, home, work, and community environments.
Participation Criteria
Criterion #3: Curricular OutcomesThe student requires extensively modified
instruction focusing on a less complex application of skills in order to access the Delaware Content Standards.
Participation Criteria
1. existence of an IEP; 2. specific categorical
label; 3. educational
placement; 4. English language
learner status; 5. socio-economic or
cultural differences;
6. excessive or extended absences;
7. disruptive behavior; 8. student’s reading
level; or 9. the expectation that
the student will not perform well on the DSTP.
Criterion #4: Exclusions The decision to include the student in the DAPA is NOT based on the following:
5/5/07
5/5/07
Portfolio Due Date
All students in grades 2 – 11 (as of September 1, 2007) who meet the participation criteria are required to have a portfolio submitted on…
JANUARY 31, 2008
Content Area AlignmentGrade as of 9/1/07 # of Content Areas Content Area
2 2 ELA, Math
3 4 ELA, Math, Sci, SS
4 2 ELA, Math
5 4 ELA, Math, Sci, SS
6 2 ELA, Math
7 2 ELA, Math
8 4 ELA, Math, Sci, SS
9 2 ELA, Math
10 2 ELA, Math
*11 2 Sci, SS
*DAPA portfolio required the first year that the student is in 11th grade
All 4 Content Areas
DAPA FACTS (quick review)
ONLY students who have the most significant cognitive disabilities should participate in the Delaware Alternate Portfolio Assessment (DAPA)
Students who participate in the DAPA are also required to have access to the general education curriculum and they are assessed on the same Academic Standards that are used for all students
If a student does not meet the participation criteria (see attached), then they must participate in the DSTP either with or without accommodations
DAPA FACTS (cont’d)
Students CANNOT be placed in DAPA because they are receiving poor scores on the Delaware Student Testing Program (DSTP)
Administrators CANNOT override the decision of an IEP team to have a student participate in the DSTP or the DAPA
Placement in DAPA is an IEP decision and CANNOT be made by DDOE. All Members of the IEP team must agree with decision.
It is not appropriate to make a decision to participate in the DAPA because the student has significant behavior problems or is extremely stressed during the administration of the DSTP.
Validation Statement Portfolio requirement Signed AFTER portfolio is
complete Signing denotes
agreement 3 original required
signatures Parent/Guardian
If unable to obtain, must show 3 attempts to contact
Teacher/Developer Test Security
Administrator
Test Security Test security and confidentiality is vital to
maintain validity, reliability, and fairness of the test results
All DAPA Test Administrators (a.k.a. developers) must read and understand the Test Security Policy
Violations are subject to investigations and consequences as determined by the school district and the Department
Portfolio Assembly
Binders are sent to developers Do NOT wait until you receive your
binder to start working on your students’ portfolios
Binders will include organizational tabs Tab info. page 48
Resources Refer to your User’s Guide early and often!
Timeline on p. 49 will help you to stay on track Contact your District Consultant Email updates www.dapaonline.org
Examples Blank data sheets Reference lists General Ed resource links Support and Screening Session times and dates
Screening Sessions Sessions in all 3 counties
Multiple locations Oct – Dec
Highly recommended Benefits
Review of Required Components Activity, Standard, PI/GLE, CT/IEP Objective
Opportunity to make changes before submitting For dates
Check www.dapaonline.org Check email udpates