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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Assessment Questions

  1. Why Do We Assess Students?
  2. How do I find out about all of the assessments? - Who is tested?- When are they tested?
  3. What assessments will my child complete this year?
  1. Why Do We Assess Students?
    The primary purpose of assessments is to generate valid, reliable
    information about students' learning in order to improve instruction
    and achievement in schools.
  2. How do I find out about all of the assessments? - Who is tested?- When are they tested?
    View the Assessment Handbook for specific information
  3. What assessments will my child complete this year?
    See the Assessment Calendar for specific assessments that each grade will complete.

Educational Equity

  1. What are the office hours of the division of Educational Equity?
  2. What is equity?
  3. What is the Office of Educational Equity doing to close the achievement gap?
  1. What are the office hours of the division of Educational Equity?
    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  2. What is equity?
    Equity is the constitutional standard for a quality education that
    prepares students to function productively as capable well informed
    citizens, compete effectively in the economy, participate as thoughtful
    voters, jurors and civic minded individuals in a democratic society.
    Unlike "Equality" Equity ensures that every child has the resources to
    reach the proficient level and beyond.
  3. What is the Office of Educational Equity doing to close the achievement gap?

    The Office of Educational Equity in concert with the School Reform Commission is in the process of analyzing, identifying and implementing an ongoing plan to close the acheivement gap.

    You can access Education Trust at www2.edtrust.org