MDE Accountability Systems 2

Question 1

Under Minnesota's accountability framework, what is the primary purpose of the Annual Measurable Objectives (AMOs)?

Accepted Answer

To set targets for closing achievement gaps for student subgroups over time

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To determine teacher contract renewal decisions

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To rank districts by total enrollment size

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To calculate per-pupil spending allocations

Question 2

Which Minnesota accountability designation indicates that a school has received federal Priority or Focus status and is showing improvement?

Accepted Answer

Continuous Improvement school

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Celebration school

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Reward school

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Support school

Question 3

In Minnesota's Multiple Measurement Rating (MMR) system, what does the 'Achievement' component primarily measure?

Accepted Answer

Current proficiency levels on state assessments in reading and math

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Attendance rate across all grade levels

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Number of advanced courses offered

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Graduation rates for EL students only

Question 4

How does Minnesota's accountability system address schools serving English Learners (ELs) who are progressing through language acquisition?

Accepted Answer

EL progress on language proficiency assessments is included as a separate accountability indicator

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EL students are fully excluded from all accountability calculations

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EL students only count toward accountability after three years of enrollment

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EL progress replaces the graduation rate metric for high schools

Question 5

What consequence does a Minnesota school face after being identified as a Priority school for two consecutive identification cycles?

Accepted Answer

The school must implement a state-approved turnaround or restart model

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The school is automatically closed and students are redistricted

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The principal receives a mandatory pay reduction

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The district loses all Title I funding immediately

Question 6

Which assessment is used by Minnesota to measure grade 3–8 reading and mathematics proficiency for accountability purposes?

Accepted Answer

MCA (Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments)

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NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress)

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ACT Aspire

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PSAT 8/9

Question 7

Under federal ESSA requirements adopted by Minnesota, how frequently must the state identify schools for comprehensive support and improvement?

Accepted Answer

At least once every three years

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Every year

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Every five years

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Only when a school requests a review