What support is typically needed for students scoring at Level 2 or Level 1?

• A. Minimal reinforcement only
• B. Substantial support to be prepared for the next grade.
• C. No support needed
• D. Self-guided practice only

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that students who score at Level 1 or Level 2 typically need substantial, targeted support to be prepared for the next grade. They often have gaps in foundational skills, so moving forward requires more than routine practice. This level of support includes explicit instruction, clear modeling, guided practice in small groups, and frequent feedback, with regular checks to track progress and adjust teaching as needed. By providing intensive, scaffolded help, teachers can help build the essential concepts and strategies those students need to reach grade-level work. Brief or self-guided practice alone usually doesn’t address the underlying gaps, so substantial support is the most effective approach.