ESTAR/MSTAR Administration Windows

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Topics included in this bulletin:

• ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners Spring Window
• Testing Windows for the ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners
• Testing Windows for the ESTAR/MSTAR Diagnostic Assessments

 

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ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners Spring Window

The spring administration window for the ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners and MSTAR Diagnostic Assessments is now open for all students in grades 2-4 (ESTAR) and 5-8 (MSTAR). The assessments can be accessed through the Project Share Gateway at www.projectsharetexas.org or directly at http://mstar.epsilen.com. For assistance, contact the Statewide Math Helpdesk at mathtx@esc13.net.  

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Testing Windows for the ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners 

The 2015-2016 administration windows for the ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners have been scheduled as follows: 

• Fall: August 24, 2015 - October 2, 2015
• Winter: January 11, 2016 - February 12, 2016
• Spring: April 4, 2016 - May 6, 2016

The Elementary School Students in Texas: Algebra Ready (ESTAR) and Middle School Students in Texas: Algebra Ready (MSTAR) Universal Screeners are designed to help teachers determine if students in grades 2-4 (ESTAR) and 5-8 (MSTAR) are in need of additional instructional support in order to develop the skills needed to meet expectations in algebra. The students’ results can be used to guide instructional decisions.

 

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Testing Windows for the ESTAR/MSTAR Diagnostic Assessments 

The 2015-2016 administration windows for the ESTAR/MSTAR Diagnostic Assessments have been scheduled as follows: 

• Fall: August 31, 2015 - October 9, 2015
• Winter: January 18, 2016 - February 19, 2016
• Spring: April 11, 2016 - May 13, 2016 

 

The ESTAR/MSTAR Diagnostic Assessments (DAs) are designed to provide a next step for Response to Intervention (RTI) implementation. The DAs are administered to students identified as in need of additional support. The ESTAR/MSTAR DAs are designed to help teachers understand why students are struggling.

 

The ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners and DAs and training on how to use them are available at no cost to all Texas public school districts. For more information, contact mathtx@esc13.net.

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Thank you for your commitment to serving Texas students.

 

Educational Technology Staff, IMET Division, (512) 463-9601

 

Tammy L. Brite – Tammy.Brite@tea.state.gov
Educational Technology Specialist