Across New York, some school districts are adding project-based assessments to science instruction. Instead of relying only on timed exams, teachers may ask…
An annual testing report can look like a wall of percentages, achievement levels, and technical terms. It is often presented as a simple snapshot of school…
New York parents may refuse participation in the state’s annual standardized tests, but the process is often misunderstood. The key issues are knowing which…
Families who choose to opt their children out of standardized tests often need practical information, emotional support, and reassurance that they are not…
New York State is revising its English language proficiency assessments because the way students learn, communicate, and demonstrate knowledge has changed. The…
A testing agreement can govern far more than exam delivery. It may describe what student information a vendor receives, where that information is stored, which…
Student information now moves through testing platforms, learning management systems, special education tools, transportation systems, and cloud services. That…
A school’s testing calendar can shape the rhythm of an entire semester. When test preparation takes up weeks of class time, parents may wonder whether students…
Across New York, some school districts and county governments have adopted resolutions opposing a statewide education data dashboard. These measures reflect…