FairTest Now: Assessment News for the Week of September 20 – 26, 2023

The most interesting and informative news from around the country about assessments, assessment reform, and education.

FairTest Now: Assessment News for the Week of September 20 – 26, 2023

National News

Big Problems with High School and College Rankings

Rankings Flaws

State News

Test Scores Could Hold Back 10,000+ Students

Test-Based Grade Retention

Idaho: Educators Challenge Value of Exam Results

Teachers Push Back Against Testing

Indiana Detailed Report Cards Replace A-to-F School Grades

New School Report Cards

Massachusetts New Assessment System to Reflect "Student Experiences"

New Assessment System Goals

Texas: Multiple Districts Challenge New School Rating Scheme

Districts Sue State

Virginia: Selective High School Admissions Reforms Will Promote Diversity

Reforms Enhance Diversity

University Admissions News

Record 2,000+ Schools Test-Optional or Score-Free

Test-optional tally

Time for Admissions Offices to Pursue Test-Free Policies

Test-Blind/Score Free

Bar Association Recommends LSAT-Optional Admissions

Repeal LSAT Mandate

Worth Reading

Focus on Testing Sucks Life Out of Learning

Testing Sucks!

Little Evidence That Score-Driven School Closures Help Children

School Closures

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