Panel hears testimony on district 'regulatory sandbox' bill; Pickens County urges pilot flexibility SB 708 would let districts apply for waivers from specified statutes or regulations for up to three years; Pickens County officials and advocates described pilot proposals and urged flexibility, while senators asked about testing and statewide implications.

A new bill could revolutionize school flexibility in South Carolina, allowing districts to apply for waivers on regulations to innovate education for up to three years!

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Bill to require state testing for private‑school students receiving tax credits fails in committee A committee substitute that would have required private schools participating in the parental‑choice tax credit program to administer statewide assessments and report results failed after extended debate over testing, curriculum control and costs; the vote was 5–7 against the substitute.

A controversial bill aiming to hold private schools accountable through state testing just failed in committee, igniting fierce debate about educational freedom and funding.

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ETS offers free Praxis retake after three attempts; LDOE urges candidates to check ETS for details The Department relayed Educational Testing Services’ new policy: beginning Oct. 1, Praxis provides a free retake to test-takers who meet four criteria (first attempt on/after Oct. 1, three or more registrations, reported scores for each attempt, within five years of the third attempt’s report). The department stressed this is an ETS policy, not a state adoption.

Starting October 1, Praxis will offer free retakes for educators who meet specific criteria, giving you a second chance to succeed!

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Advisory panels press board on testing, nurse staffing and classroom‑camera transparency Multiple advisory groups reported concerns about high testing volumes for younger students, technology problems with the Performance Matters platform, and uneven nursing coverage across schools. The ESE advisory passed motions urging public reporting of classroom camera consent counts and broad availability of paper consent forms.

Advisory panels are raising urgent concerns about testing pressures on young students, inadequate nursing coverage, and the need for transparent communication around classroom cameras.

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Dixon County Schools Discuss Goals and Launch Annual Magazine Featuring Board Members Dixon County administrators review school goals and celebrate publication of district's first magazine.

Dickson County Schools are stepping up their game with exciting new initiatives and the launch of their very first annual magazine celebrating student and staff achievements!

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Committee Discusses Bill to Reduce Student Testing Time by 10% Lawmakers emphasize bipartisan support for legislation aimed at decreasing student testing hours.

Michigan lawmakers are taking bold strides to slash student testing time by 10%, aiming to ease the burden on students and enhance their academic experience.

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Oklahoma mandates brick-and-mortar testing sites for Classic Learning Test participants Oklahoma students must take the Classic Learning Test only at physical testing locations

Oklahoma students will now be required to take the Classic Learning Test exclusively at designated physical testing sites, changing the game for test-takers!

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Tennessee lawmakers approve bill for TCAP test retakes during emergencies Tennessee General Assembly enacts policy for retaking assessments interrupted by emergencies

Tennessee's new Senate Bill 1162 could revolutionize student assessments by allowing retakes after unforeseen disruptions, ensuring fairness in education.

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📊 Testing truth bomb: Traditional standardized tests often measure us against our challenges instead of our strengths! 73% excel at problem-solving, yet 46% are still judged on spelling & grammar 🤦‍♂️ Time for change! #DyslexiaAwareness #TestingReform

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