Major Challenge #2: Jenna Aronson, Hannah Weiland, and Sara Osoba

Scenario #1: Brandon is a student who has been identified for inclusion in the RTI program in
math at his school and is being considered for SPED services because the results of the
Universal Screener show he is performing below grade level expectation and has made less
than average growth. The teachers have received the first two Universal Screener test scores.

1. Dear Parents of Brandon,
After receiving the first two Universal Screen test results, we want to inform you
of our observations. Brandon made improvements from test A to test B and is
continuing to improve through the year. In mathematics, his scores are lower than the
class average from both tests, so we have suggested that Brandon be considered for
special education services in math in order to allow him to improve with the necessary
accommodations and modifications.
This graph shows that Brandon scored 1300 on test A and 1380 on test B. The
class average for test A was 1330 and 1401 for test B. Brandon is slightly below average
for both tests, which is why think it is best for Brandon to be considered for special
education services. These services will help Brandon reach our end-of-year goal of 1499.
Please let us know if you have any further questions and we can discuss the next steps.


Universal Screener Test Results


2. Based on the test results, we believe Brandon should focus on improving his skills in
Geometry. Although he missed a good amount of questions in the measurement and
data category, the majority of the class also struggled with this sub skill. Brandons
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Scores for Brandon
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struggles in the Geometry questions were not seen as frequent compared to the whole
class. Brandon missed all four Geometry questions that ranged in difficulty from easy to
hard.

3. A goal of our intervention plan is to incorporate many visual technologies and
apps that will engage Brandon in his improvement of Geometry skills. We want to make
productive use of a SmartBoard, because we think that the physical interaction that
Brandon has with the board will increase his understanding of certain skills. As Lynn
taught us in class, we will use the Notebook on the SmartBoard to create problems,
games, and mini quizzes for Brandon. Through these activities, we can informally assess
Brandons progress while also engaging him in the subject of Geometry. These
SmartBoard activities are also very visual and can be connected to his interests in his life
outside the classroom.
An app that we will use either on an iPad is called Pocket Geometry, which
allows students to calculate the perimeter, area, surface or volume of various geometric
shapes. This app includes 2D and 3D shapes and clearly identifies the characteristics of
each shape. Brandon will be able to use this app to learn about different shapes based
on their measurements. Brandon struggled with questions on the test regarding
classifying shapes and this app helps Brandon visualize all different shapes.
Another app that we found very intriguing is called My Geometric Universe. In
this app, Brandon will be able to draw any desired shapes and build them into real life
objects within the game. He can create all different environments or objects that he
sees in his daily life by creating the different dimensions of each shape. This interactive
app will improve Brandons understanding of shapes while having fun being creative and
designing his own virtual world.
As Brandon makes improvements throughout the week, Brandon will be
expected to demonstrate higher-level thinking and more difficult skills within each
technology. For example, Brandon will be expected to create more complex shapes in
his virtual world and answer a higher percentage of questions correct on the
SmartBoard.

4. Dear RTI Committee,
Our expectations for Brandon have not been met through our four weeks of
intervention. As our graph shows below, Brandons scores are as follows: 4/10, 3/10,
5/10, 4/10, and 6/10. Our hopes for Brandon were for him to be able to master 80% of
the weekly assessments. Brandon made some general improvements through the four
weeks, however, they were not substantial enough for this intervention to be
considered successful. That is why we are proposing that Brandon start a new
intervention plan that will cater more to his learning style and needs. Some
considerations might include either incorporating different technologies or programs
that appeal to Brandons specific interests. Further observations and additional informal
and formal assessments will identify the areas in which Brandon struggles most. We
believe that continuing a pull-out program with Brandon will eventually lead him to the
success that we expect. Thank you for your considerations.




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Brandon's Scores
Brandon's Scores