CAASPP SBA Family Handout
Serrania Elementary School • LAUSD
What is it?
The Smarter Balanced Assessment is part of California’s CAASPP system. Students in grades 3–5 take ELA and math tests on a computer.
Why it matters
It gives schools and families another snapshot of student progress toward California standards.
How families can help
• Sleep
• Healthy breakfast
• Strong attendance
• Reading every day
• Practice explaining thinking
• Positive encouragement
Resources
• LAUSD Parent Portal / PASSport
• CAASPP Practice & Training Tests
• Starting Smarter
• CDE Parent Guides
• Your child’s teacher
Family message
This test is one data point. It does not define your child. We want students to feel prepared, supported, and proud of their effort.
Together, we support every student’s success.
Serrania Elementary School • LAUSD
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