Testing contracts can shape what children sit, how schools use their results, and which companies gain access to student information. In New York, the State…
Parents and residents can often trace a New York school district’s spending on exams, assessment software, test preparation and related services through the…
New York State’s English Language Arts tests are based on Common Core standards because the standards define the knowledge and skills the state expects…
A parent walk-in day gives families a calm, visible way to discuss the pressure created by NAPLAN, school-based assessments, selective school preparation, and…
Recess is a vital part of a child’s school day, providing movement, social connection and a mental reset. If your child’s school uses test scores to determine…
Parents often know that standardised test results can influence school policy, funding discussions and public comparisons. What is less visible is whether…
High-stakes testing can change the daily experience of school for students, families and teachers. When test results influence promotion, graduation, teacher…
Families and educators in New York can challenge suspected breaches of state test rules through the New York State Education Department (NYSED). The process is…
Some school districts in New York have adopted a moratorium on new commercial tests because families and educators are questioning how much assessment is…
Parents and educators sometimes need to request a meeting with their school district superintendent about testing policies when assessment requirements affect…