Happening Today, San Diego unified leaders will be sitting down with the college board over the AP test mess in Scripp’s ranch, you know hundreds of students may be forced to retake that test. Let’s get to 10 News reported Jim Patton who is live in Scripp’s Ranch. Jim, this has been so frustrating for those students and their parents. Absolutely Virginia, and you check out the Falcon High School he might be ready for a fight this morning, parents were last night. And then this morning as you mentioned the school board, members of the school board are going to be meeting with members of the college board in hopes of getting those AP scores reinstated. Something that would come as a massive relief to the more than 500 students looking at having to retake those tests. Well, once I heard our scores were canceled, I was really disappointed and frustrated.
Students telling us how trying this has been for them, consider that they spent a considerable amount of time studying for the AP test, studying nights and weekends to ensure the best score possible. If they are forced to take it again it means hitting the books again. Many think that is not fair since it was the school officials to put the chairs too close together in the testing room which is what sparked the controversy.
“off the record it doesn't look promising”
Those teenagers are caught between the college board and the San Diego Unified school district. The students should not pay for the mistakes of the adults, simple as that. Angry parents echoing those exact sentiments last night as they faced off with the San Deigo Unified school board members pleading for their students not to have to take the AP test again. The meeting room was packed, it was standing room only. So again, school board officials and meeting with college board officials at 7:30 this morning hoping to get the test scores reinstated. One official told us off the record it doesn't look promising, but they are going to give it a shot. And we will be here and let you know what happens. Reporting live from Scripp’s Ranch High School, Jim Patton. What a headache, we will see what unfolds.
Questions:
Part 1: Comprehension
Watch and summarize the video thinking of who, what, when, where & why.
Part 2: True or False Questions
a) True or false – Over 500 students in Scripps Ranch High School will have to take the AP test again. T/F
b) True or False – Students were sharing answers and talking during the exam. T/F
c) True or False – Some students spend a lot of time studying for the exam. T/F
d) True or False – It’s likely that the test scores will be reinstated. T/F
Part 3: Guess the meaning of unknown vocabulary
a) "Reinstated" (0:35 min)
b) "Frustrated" (0:48 min)
c) "Controversy" (1:13 min)
d) "Pleading" (1:34 min)
Part 4: Dictation
a) Fill in the blanks (0:34 - 0:42 minutes) Something________________________________________________those tests.
b) Fill in the blanks (1:21 - 1:26 minutes) The _______________________________________________________ simple as that.
c) Fill in the blanks (1:50 - 1:57 minutes) One ______________________________________________________________ it a shot.
Part 5: Talking Points
Part 6: Role play Scenarios
Scenario 1: Student-Teacher Conference.
You are a student who has just received a poor grade on an essay. You are meeting with your teacher to discuss the grade and ask for feedback on how to improve. In the roleplay, use past tense to describe your writing process and what you did well or could have done better.
Scenario 2: Parent-Teacher Meeting.
You are a concerned parent whose child has been affected by the AP test mess at Scripp’s Ranch. You are meeting with your child's teacher to discuss what happened and how it will be resolved. Use past tense to describe your child's experience and the impact it has had on them.
Scenario 3: School Board Meeting.
You are a member of the San Diego Unified school board who is tasked with addressing the AP test controversy. In the roleplay, use past tense to describe what happened and the decisions that were made, as well as the potential consequences of those decisions.
Part 7: Writing Activity
Describe the process for getting into university in your country.
Part 8: Critical Thinking - Retake the Test.
Objective: Debate the following statement - The Children should retake the test.
Team A supports this statement and team B opposes it.
In groups talk about the pros and cons of this statement, then come back as a class and reach a consensus on whether the kids should have to retake the test, come up with a plan that will keep everyone happy.
Answers:
Part 1: Comprehension
The main idea of this news article is the controversy surrounding the cancellation of AP test scores for over 500 students in Scripps Ranch High School in San Diego, California due to the school officials putting the chairs too close together in the testing room. The article reports that school board officials are meeting with college board officials to reinstate the test scores, which would be a massive relief for the affected students who may have to retake the test. The article also highlights the frustration of students and parents with the situation and their plea for not having to retake the test since they had already invested considerable time and effort in preparing for it. The article was written to inform the public about this issue and provide updates on the ongoing efforts to resolve it.
Part 2: True or False
A: False B: False C: True D: False
Part 3: Guess the meaning of unknown vocabulary or phrases
a) "Reinstated" Answer: This word is used in the article to describe the action of restoring the AP test scores that were cancelled back to their original status. In context, the students and school officials are hoping that the college board will reinstate the scores, meaning that they will be recognized and accepted as valid without requiring the affected students to retake the exam.
b) "Frustrated" Answer: This word is used to describe the public disagreement and debate surrounding the cancelled AP test scores. In context, the controversy arose due to the mistake made by the school officials, and it has caused frustration and disappointment among the affected students and parents.
c) "Controversy" Answer: This word is used to describe a sincere request or appeal made to someone in authority. In context, the parents and students are pleading with school board officials and the college board officials to reinstate the cancelled AP test scores and avoid the need for the students to retake the exam.
d) "Pleading" Answer: I think it means to feel annoyed or disappointed caused by a situation that is difficult or unfair. In context, the students and parents are feeling frustrated with the situation because they had worked hard in preparing for the AP test, and they believe that they should not be penalized for the mistake made by the school officials.
Part 4: Dictation
a) Fill in the blanks (0:34 - 0:42 minutes) Something that would come as a massive relief to the more than 500 students looking at having to retake those tests.
b) Fill in the blanks (1:21 - 1:26 minutes) The students should not pay for the mistakes of the adults, simple as that.
c) Fill in the blanks (1:41 - 1:50 minutes) One official told us off the record it doesn't look promising, but they are going to give it a shot.
Part 7: Writing (example)
In Korea, getting into university is a big step. First, students study very hard in high school. They focus on many subjects like math, science, and English. Then, they take a big test called the 'Suneung' or the College Scholastic Ability Test. This test is very important. It happens only once a year. After the test, students choose which universities they want to apply to. They look at their test scores to decide. Some universities also want to see other things like volunteer work or special talents. Students send their applications with their test scores and high school grades. Then, they wait for the universities to answer. If they get accepted, they prepare to start university the next year. This process is very competitive and important for Korean students.
