Manatee County reports midyear gains on PM2 ELA assessments; board asks for localized data District leaders reported midyear PM2 (FAST) ELA results Feb. 10 showing year-over-year gains across multiple grade bands, including a cited 7-point rise in VPK proficiency and district gains that outpaced the state in select grades; board asked for Manatee-specific longitudinal data on VPK impacts.

Manatee County's latest ELA assessment reveals a remarkable 7-point rise in VPK proficiency, surpassing state averages and showcasing significant gains across grade levels!

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Richland 2 presents instructional plan update and formative-assessment data; MAP growth shows gains in reading Richland 2 academic leaders briefed the board on the district's instructional plan and formative-assessment systems, reporting gains on MAP reading growth and describing targeted instructional supports.

Richland School District 2's latest update reveals impressive gains in reading and math, thanks to a strategic approach to formative assessments that empowers teachers and enhances student growth.

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USBE assessment team: ELA growth in data gateway delayed; board approves carry-forward spending and asks legislature for K–8 funding State assessment staff told assessment directors that ELA growth calculations are delayed by a week after a data-file QC issue from vendor Cambium. The Board approved a carry-forward plan to fund item development with Cambium and ranked a K–8 ELA and math funding request among its top legislative priorities; staff warned K–3 math assessment funding

Utah's ELA growth calculations face a mid-November delay due to a data file issue with Cambium, impacting crucial assessments for K–8 funding!

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