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Q: Self-assessment forms for core competencies
I am looking for the core competency self-evaluations with the seed and sprout and then big plant so the kids can draw and then say how they are doing.
Q: CSL Template for 2019
Hello, when will the template be available for download for the 2019 CSL reports? I am unable to change and save my reports from last year as a new file for this year. Thanks!
Q: Parent response form
Hello, I am looking for the form we can send home to parents to guide them with more of a questioning and responding to the children's work and progress in FreshGrade more than a Happy Face. I was looking on the Resources on the Hub under CSL but cannot see it.
Q: Reporting requirements for a student who moves part-way through the year.
If a teacher is using FreshGrade, the Student Transfer Form should be used. A copy should be given to parents and a copy filed. If the move occurs close to the end of the school year, a full summative report should be completed. You can find the Student Transfer Form HERE or under the "RESOURCES" tab above then under "REPORTING".
If a teacher is using the Student Progress Template, that form should be used if a student moves part-way through the school year. A copy should be given to parents and a copy filed. If the move occurs between formal reporting periods, the Student Transfer Form may be used.
Q: How do I delete a subject header from the CSL template?
I started to enter info into the career ed. portion of my reports then chose not to report on that subject this term. I deleted the content from the boxes but when I print the report the empty career ed box show on some, not all, of my reports. Is there a way to delete these?
A: If the section is still showing up, there is something still in the fields. If this is the case, go to those students where the section is still appearing and:
1. Click into the typing field and hit delete a few times. Sometimes the field looks empty but there is a stray space
2. Click the proficiency (or letter grade) menu and ensure it pulled down to the empty space below "See Teacher Feedback"
That should do the trick. If not, send me a quick email and I can follow up. Thanks. Antonio
Q: What do I send home to parents if I am using FreshGrade?
Surrey’s new CSL regulation states that it is the responsibility of the school principal and teacher to:
“Ensure reports or forms of communication directing parents to ongoing digital or non-digital assessed evidence of learning … are made a minimum of five times during the school year.”
Given that teachers have been sharing information about student learning throughout the term via digital portfolios, schools should provide parents with some form of communication twice in the school year prior to the Final Report on Student Learning that directs parents to evidence of learning the student’s digital portfolio. A generic letter reminding parents to check the student’s digital portfolio can be found here and should be sent home in the coming weeks in order to:
- Comply with CSL regulation.
- Direct parents to their child’s digital portfolio; and
- Provide parents with an opportunity to share their feedback.
Two other versions of a short editable document, Digital Portfolio Parent Letter, have been prepared for teachers to use if they choose and can be found HERE - including letter grade versions.
Q: Are there covers for the Student Progress Template?
Yes. Find the form you need HERE.
Letter grade versions can be found HERE.
Q: FreshGrade Support - Who do I call?
Please use this quick reference to determine who to call if you require FreshGrade support:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1zJZbtt12otSJBp8sdLde_a8W7EesZ9F41gGMHdsQKTo
Q: The latest curriculum support!
Hi Mr. Vendramin, thanks for always updating the curr. support page. I really liked the newly added Primary inquiry models and the ADST templates. The page is very user friendly and supportive. Thanks for adding.
A: We have a great group of helping teachers always to support. They are the ones responsible for the great resources. Hope you are having a wonderful year so far!!!
Q: Proficientcy scale on Freshgrade at the top
Hi, I have been trying to put the Freshgrade proficiency scale that you provided me last year on the top of the freshgrade for each of my students with a note to the parents about it. I have tried to take a pic of it, and it does not come out so that all the sections are seen. Also, I have saved it as a doc but then the parents do not see it repeatedly as they look at their child's portfolio. Do you have a way to do with so that it shows the complete array?
A: There should be new versions of the graphic so the whole graphic shows. You can find them here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B9RzjUAfeEKGSzN4aXJESml2X2s
Q: CSL Template
How do I delete a student from the CSL template? Thanks 🙃
A: Students cannot be removed (at least the row they occupy cannot be removed), but you can remove them from your list of students. This will leave an empty spot on your list. You can save this for new students who may join you later in the year or simply leave it blank. If there is no student name, a report will not generate.
Q: Letter Grades
Letter grades OR proficiency scales may be used, but letter grades must be given to parents upon request. The most important point is clear communication with parents and that schools have thoughtfully consulted with parents regarding the move away from letter grades.
How is this conversation going at your school? How is your school engaging parents in this conversation?
