Superintendent outlines accreditation push as board warns of low test participation and sparse summer-school enrollment Superintendent Triplett told the Normandy Schools board the district has launched an accelerated accreditation plan and new assessments, but members raised alarm over low participation, the testing cadence and just about 100 students enrolled in summer school so far.

Superintendent Triplett reveals a bold accreditation strategy, but board members are alarmed by low participation rates and sparse summer school enrollments—what's at stake for the students?

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Task force splits over an 'AI index'; DOE assessment staff urge rigor while others want a quick signaling tool Members debated adopting an AI 'index' used by other states. Department of Education assessment staff warned the instrument lacks technical validity and recommended careful selection or development; other members urged a faster signaling approach to attract funding. The task force established six subcommittees and named chairs to produce deliverables.

The BESE task force faces a critical crossroads: adopt an unproven AI index for quick funding or invest in a validated tool for the future of education in Louisiana.

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Michigan House passes school-code amendment to end use of a state exam cited as 'measure of endurance' The Michigan House passed House Bill 4556 on third reading to amend the Revised School Code; Rep. Koontz said the bill ends use of an exam he described as an endurance test rather than a measure of academic readiness. The bill passed 101–0 and immediate effect was ordered.

The Michigan House has unanimously passed a groundbreaking bill to end an outdated exam that measures endurance, not academic readiness—could this reshape the future of student assessment?

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Virginia Board of Education adopts four‑year phased proficiency plan with protections for current students The board approved a four‑year phased plan to raise SOL proficiency cut scores beginning 2026–27, with a 2025–26 preparation year, a temporary 'approaching' performance level that counts as passing during the phase‑in, protections for students retaking tests, and preserved accommodations and verified credits.

Virginia's Board of Education just greenlit a bold four-year plan to reshape proficiency standards, ensuring current students are safeguarded while setting higher benchmarks for future success!

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New Milford High School to reinstate semester assessments with limited retakes and staged weighting School leaders presented a plan to reintroduce semester assessments at New Milford High School to better prepare students for college-style testing; the district outlined timing, weights, accommodations, and a one-retake-per-module policy, and the board discussed scheduling and AP exemptions.

New Milford High School is shaking up its assessment system by reintroducing semester exams to enhance college readiness and reduce the pressure of high-stakes testing.

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District presents FastBridge and state assessment data; board discusses subgroup gaps and next steps District staff led an abbreviated data-protocol exercise on FastBridge screeners and the new state cut scores, discussed subgroup performance and testing accommodations, and proposed next steps including KITE mini assessments and capacity building for principals and instructional coaches.

The district is taking a proactive approach to bridge performance gaps among students, with new assessments and targeted strategies to ensure every child thrives!

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Sioux Falls School District reports 89% on-time graduation, rising student growth District officials told the board the 2024-25 state report card shows an on-time graduation rate of about 89%, an average ACT of 22.5 and three-year growth for students below proficiency in ELA and math; the board acknowledged the academic report and asked for follow-up from an assessment review team.

Sioux Falls School District celebrates a remarkable 89% on-time graduation rate, the highest in nine years, while also revealing promising growth trends in student performance!

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Board reviews literacy law implementation, ACAP testing timelines and third-grade retention concerns Board members and staff discussed implementation timelines for the literacy act, cut-score setting, the new statewide ACAP assessment, potential retention of third graders and contingency options including a summer retest and portfolios. Staff said test results for schools will be available under an embargo in mid-August and board-level data in the

Alabama's education officials are gearing up for major changes in literacy assessment that could impact thousands of third graders—will your child be affected?

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Urbana Middle School showcases Reveal Math program's impact on student engagement Ashley Hawkins highlights Reveal Math's effectiveness in personalized learning and family involvement.

Frederick County Public Schools is revolutionizing math education with innovative programs that personalize learning and engage families—discover how they're transforming student outcomes!

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Oklahoma school board mandates assessments for high school graduation All students must take assessments before graduation, following new Oklahoma Board rules.

Oklahoma's House Bill 1096 could redefine high school graduation standards, igniting fierce debates on the impact of mandatory assessments on student success and equity.

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Connecticut education leaders critique Common Core and Smarter Balanced assessments Educational experts urge review of Common Core's negative impacts on vulnerable students in Connecticut.

Connecticut education leaders are sounding the alarm over the detrimental effects of Common Core and the validity of Smarter Balanced assessments on vulnerable students.

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