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August 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Dr. Deanna Killian revealed alarming STAR baseline results, showing only one-third of students reading at grade level and even lower math scores, igniting a call for targeted instructional responses.

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District presents fall STAR baseline; leaders stress tier‑1 instruction and quicker checks
Dr. Deanna Killian presented fall Renaissance STAR baseline results showing roughly one-third of students at benchmark in reading and about 20% in math, and outlined instructional responses including MTSS, ClassTime quick checks, PLC work and supports for English learners and students with disabilities.
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September 26, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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Board members are raising eyebrows over the administration's reading proficiency goals, questioning if the new targets are just a smokescreen for declining student performance.

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Board discusses interim reading goals and switch to Amira assessment; administration defends targets
Board members questioned why the proposed interim reading goals are set relative to differing baselines and whether a change in assessment tools (Istation → Emera/Amira) explains target adjustments; administration said Amira is more aligned to standards and interim targets are steps toward the five‑year goal.
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September 23, 2026 at 5:43 AM
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Ossining is on the brink of a major educational transformation with New York INSPIRES, but many questions remain about how this new single diploma system will actually work.

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Board gets detailed briefing on New York INSPIRES: one diploma, seals and many questions about implementation
District staff explained the Board of Regents' phase‑2 action to move toward one diploma with multiple seals, the state's timeline and substantial open questions; presenters stressed that guidance and rubrics are not yet available and that the district is conducting a k–12 curriculum audit.
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September 23, 2026 at 12:17 AM
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Springfield Township is gearing up to require all students to complete a vital personal finance course by 2030, aiming to better prepare them for real-world financial decisions.

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School Board initiates personal finance course requirement for 2026-27 academic year
School Board plans new personal finance course for juniors to meet 2030 graduation requirement.
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April 24, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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Culpeper County schools are bracing for tougher assessments as cut scores rise dramatically over the next few years, raising the stakes for 3rd grade reading proficiency.

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Culpeper staff outline SOL data timeline and rising cut scores ahead of October releases
Mr. Hallman briefed the Culpeper County School Board on SOL pass-rate reporting, the multi-step verification timeline and forthcoming increases to cut scores that will raise the threshold required to pass several statewide assessments.
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September 17, 2026 at 8:11 PM
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Idaho's school district reveals key changes in assessment benchmarks that could reshape student performance comparisons—are you ready to dive into the details?

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District presents achievement overview, highlights assessment changes and gaps
Staff presented district achievement data, explained state assessment benchmarks and new K–3 reading tools, and flagged persistent gaps for English learners; the board asked for state-comparison data and follow-up analysis.
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September 16, 2026 at 4:49 PM
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Texas education is facing a major overhaul with higher cut scores and new assessments on the horizon—are you ready for the changes coming in 2028?

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Consultant previews likely 2028 TEA rule changes: more assessments, higher cut scores and NAEP alignment
Manning told trustees TEA is modeling higher cut scores for 2028 to move Texas toward a top‑5 NAEP target, previewed mandatory beginning and middle‑of‑year assessments (with end‑of‑year counting for accountability) and warned EOC requirements will shift.
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September 8, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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Burke County's local testing minutes are surpassing state averages, prompting a bold proposal to cut back on assessments while maintaining quality education.

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District proposes cutting some local assessments after testing-review shows above‑average local testing minutes
Dr. Abernathy told the board the district's two‑year review shows Burke County's locally reported testing minutes exceed state averages; she proposed reducing STAR assessments for grades 6–8 and 9–12 and limiting SchoolNet local check‑ins to two per year, and said she will submit the district plan to DPI if the board approves.
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September 7, 2026 at 2:43 AM
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Get ready, Indiana families—iLearn scores for grades 4–8 are set to drop this September, bringing big changes to math screenings for K–2 students!

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District expects iLearn scores in September; outlines I‑Ready adoption and screening changes
Jason Fisher updated the board that iLearn scores are expected in September following new state standard-setting. The district will use I‑Ready for required K–2 math screeners (state provided two vendor choices); NWEA remains optional at school discretion.
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August 27, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Maryland's 5th graders are leading the state in academic growth as the district prepares for a new testing system—what's driving this success?

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MCAP results: Talbot reports strong 5th-grade growth and prepares for mSTAR rollout
Superintendent staff presented 2026 MCAP results to the board, noting top state growth in 5th-grade ELA and gains in Math; the district will transition to the state's new mSTAR assessment for grades 3–8 next year and continue cohort tracking to understand proficiency trends.
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August 11, 2026 at 8:31 PM
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As the state proposes to decouple Regents exams from course credit, board members are left questioning: what incentive will motivate students to take these tests?

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Board discusses how Regents and federal ESSA testing would fit new state plan
Board members asked how Regents exams and federal ESSA accountability tests would be used if the state decouples exam passage from course credit; presenters said Regents would still be offered and three tests (algebra, ELA, biology) remain tied to ESSA accountability and would continue to be administered to all students.
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August 7, 2026 at 9:19 AM
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Pearson's new edTPA "essentials" simplifies the assessment process from three tasks to two and slashes handbooks from 32 to just five—get ready for a smoother experience starting this month!

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Pearson unveils edTPA "essentials": two-task design, fewer handbooks, Maryland pilots this month
Pearson told the board its redeveloped edTPA — "edTPA essentials" — reduces the assessment from three tasks to two, limits handbooks from 32 to five, standardizes video and rubric expectations, and will go live later this month; Maryland EPPs can begin using it in August with a transition window through August 2027.
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August 6, 2026 at 8:08 PM
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The district is making a major shift from i-Ready to Renaissance STAR for K-8 assessments, promising less testing time and significant cost savings for the upcoming school year!

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District will replace i-Ready with Renaissance STAR for K–8 assessments
Academic director Perry announced the district will move from i-Ready to Renaissance STAR universal screening for K–8 reading and math, beginning a first assessment window the week of Aug. 17, citing reduced testing time and cost savings.
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August 5, 2026 at 8:46 PM
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Despite modest gains in reading, nearly 57% of students are still struggling in math, prompting district leaders to rethink their assessment strategies.

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Board hears STAR benchmark: modest reading gains but persistent math shortfalls; district to review assessment platform
Renaissance STAR results showed minimal overall reading movement and ongoing math concerns (up to 57% in the level‑1 band). Mark Arnold said the district will shorten STAR windows and evaluate alternative benchmark vendors and class‑time assessments to better align to curriculum.
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August 3, 2026 at 6:38 AM
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Missouri's new A–F report card could cut five weeks of teaching time, raising serious concerns about its impact on student learning and funding.

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Associate superintendent warns A–F report and faster timelines will cut instructional time
Associate Superintendent reported the state's proposed A–F report will rely solely on academic achievement, add Lexile literacy measures and a 'growth to proficiency' metric, and require much shorter assessment windows that could reduce instructional time by about five weeks in 2027; funding for implementation was not identified.
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July 25, 2026 at 5:42 AM
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The USD 443 Board of Education just approved a groundbreaking math screener for grades 3-10 that promises to revolutionize student assessment and instruction!

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Board approves districtwide math screener; state reimbursement to cover $51,170 contract
The USD 443 Board approved a $51,170 purchase order to Innovative Assessment Solutions to expand a math screening tool to grades 3–10; district staff said Kansas State Department of Education reimbursement via Form 240 should fully cover the cost.
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July 15, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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Trustees are calling the recent Regents exams a "torture" for students, citing poorly written questions and a failure to align with taught standards.

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Board members criticize Regents exams; district cites 'no harm' policy for students
Sachem board members and staff criticized recent Regents exams as poorly written, with questions above intended readability and some items outside standards; the district said it enacted a 'no harm' policy and will present related results and information to trustees.
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July 8, 2026 at 9:27 AM
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Florida students are achieving unprecedented success, with over 60% now performing at or above grade level in key subjects, thanks to innovative progress monitoring and a substantial boost in education funding.

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Governor announces record progress-monitoring results and new teacher funding at Polk County event
At a Polk County event, the governor and education officials celebrated statewide gains from Florida's progress-monitoring assessments — reported as more than 60% of students meeting grade level — and outlined budget items including a $1.58 billion education package with targeted teacher pay increases.
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June 26, 2026 at 5:37 PM
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Florida's FAST assessment program is showing the largest gains in student performance since the FCAT, but nearly half of students still struggle to meet proficiency standards.

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Florida education officials report substantial gains in student assessments with FAST program
Florida officials highlight significant year-over-year improvements in student performance through FAST assessments.
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March 11, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Volusia County educators and parents are rallying against excessive student testing that threatens to stifle learning and well-being.

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Volusia County educators demand reduction of excessive student testing amid growing frustration
Volusia County educators demand reduction of excessive testing to improve student learning and well-being.
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January 30, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Mississippi is shaking up its educational landscape with bold revisions to Public School Accountability Standards that could redefine how student success is measured!

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Mississippi Education Commission revises Public School Accountability Standards for 2024
Commission updates accountability standards and proposes US History test elimination for 2025-26.
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April 17, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Middleton District is proposing a new policy that could reshape senior year for students struggling with ISAT proficiency—what does this mean for future graduates?

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Board hears first reading of policy tying senior remediation to ISAT proficiency; members ask for more planning
Superintendent and staff presented a first reading of a proposed policy that would require seniors who are not proficient on their junior‑year ISATs to take remedial semester courses; board members asked for clearer appeals language, accommodations for opt‑outs and IEPs, and stronger early‑grade interventions before adopting the policy.
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January 14, 2026 at 5:48 AM
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Washington State is shaking up education with Senate Bill 5327, introducing new assessments to better gauge high school students' readiness for college and careers!

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Washington State implements new multistate assessments for high school students
New English and math assessments start in 2014-15 for tenth-grade students in Washington
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February 24, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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The St. Joseph School District is shaking up grading policies by making end-of-course exams count for 5% of students' final grades this year, aiming to boost accountability and engagement.

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St. Joseph district to roll out 5% weight for end‑of‑course exams after committee recommendation
District administrators told the board they will set end‑of‑course (EOC) exams to count for 5% of course grades this year as a phased rollout, after a committee recommended adding weight to increase student accountability; board members asked for safeguards and clearer grading practices.
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April 2, 2026 at 6:25 PM