About SIPPS:

SIPPS provides a system of support to struggling readers by first determining their skill placement level and following up with lessons designed to support their learning.

Testing Windows:

Initial placement should be done as soon as possible. Mastery tests follow the end of a lesson and should be given as needed.

Key Resources:

• 2024-25 Early Assessments (Google Doc). Hosts all the assessment and report links.

Calendars

• 2024-25 Assessment Calendar (Google Sheet). All district required assessments by month and by grade level.
• 2024-25 Assessment Calendar Template (Google Doc). Template to outline the start/end date of district assessments. Feel free to make a copy and use it for your own planning. 

Overview, Training, and Support Materials

• 2024-25 SIPPS Overview (Google Slides). Information on SIPPS at Stockton Unified.
• 2024-25 SIPPS Training Series (Google Doc). This NEW SIPPS training series walks you through how to administer an assessment and the Illuminate tools available once an assessment is completed.

Targets

• Grade Level Targets (Google Doc). As a district, we will be monitoring student progress and when students make it to grade level targets. These targets align California Content Standards by grade level to standards in SIPPS. 

Illuminate reports

• All certificates
  • Beginning Level Certificates
  • Extension Level Certificates
  • Challenge Level Certificates
  • PLUS Certificates
• Student Goal Setting Reports

Resources for Assessment Coordinators and Administrators

• 2024-25 SIPPS Dashboard (Power BI). Available end of August.
• 2024-25 Assessment Coordinator Guide (Google Doc). A monthly guide and checklist for assessment coordinators.

Contacts:

For specific questions, see below for contact information:

• For reporting, dashboard, reports, or other data questions, please contact: Chandra Cooper, Research Specialist at ccooper@stocktonusd.net
• For assistance or questions about curriculum or training in curriculum implementation, please contact: Curriculum Department