Annotated telpas writing samples

This collection includes writing assignments for the Texas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) for grades 6-12. Each assignment covers one of the types of writing eligible for the TELPAS Writing Collection, such as descriptive writing on a familiar topic, writing about a process; narrative writing about a past event; reflective writing; extended writing on a language arts topic; and expository or procedural writing in science, mathematics, or social studies. Each assignment includes several prompts. Rubrics are based on the TELPAS Proficiency Level Descriptors so teachers can measure student readiness and growth. Teachers can also use these assignments as practice for students to build familiarity with the question types and expectations.

TELPAS Process Description

In this assignment, students write a Process Description in which they explain a familiar process. Several writing prompts are included that follow the TELPAS guidelines for eligible authentic writing.

SKILLS (9): Use Correct Grammar, Stay on Topic, Vary Sentence Structure, Consider Quality of Ideas , Organize, Use Transitions, Consider Language and Word Choice, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, Elaborate (Info)

Skills in this Assignment

• Stay on Topic
• Consider Quality of Ideas
• Organize
• Use Transitions
• Consider Language and Word Choice
  • Vary Sentence Structure
  • Use Correct Grammar

  Standards in this Assignment

  • W.7.5
  • W.7.2.a
  • W.7.4
  • W.7.2.c
  • W.7.2.d
  • W.7.2.b