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Research, Evaluation & Assessment

Maximizing student academic growth through instructional improvement, curriculum and program changes, and academic supports.

Purpose of our Assessments

Instruction

to provide a means for teachers to adjust instruction to meet the needs of their students.
to provide an analysis of student achievement and growth in line with Minnesota Academic Standards;
to provide meaningful information to the parent, student and teacher so that educational plans can be developed based on the needs of the individual learner;
to assist administrators and teachers in setting instructional priorities for groups or individuals within the school and/or district.

Decision-making

to screen students for special programs such as Gifted and Talented, Special Education, English Language Learning;
to assist in identifying students for a more in-depth assessment of needs and/or intervention support;
to identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement in the scope and sequence of our curriculum, facilitating changes in curriculum and strategic planning.

Communication

Testing Information

2025-26 District Assessment Calendar
WBLAS Assessment Time Frame and Intent of Use
2025-26 MCA/MTAS/Alt MCA Test Schedule
2025-26 ACCESS/Alt ACCESS Test Schedule
Parent/Guardian Guide and Refusal for Student Participation in Statewide Testing

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DISA FABECK

TEACHER ON SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT