NYS Assessments

• Moved from a 3-day test to a 2-day test.
• Decreased number of questions.
• Students work at their own pace, untimed, with opportunity for breaks.
• Developed with teacher voice.
• Based on Next Generation Standards not Common Core.

• Low participation negatively impacts school improvement status.
• Teachers, students, and families receive clear information about how students are performing on tests based on curriculum standards.
• Taking tests helps build stamina for future exams in high school and beyond, such as college entrance exams, civil service, military, and licensing exams.
• Data helps identify which students are progressing, struggling, or excelling, and where teachers may need extra support or training. 

To better prepare students for the future, we’ve transitioned to computer-based testing. Paper tests remain an option for any student requiring that accommodation, ensuring a smooth experience for everyone.