Assessment
Director of Curriculum and Assessment
ASSESSMENT
Pendleton County Schools ensure students are achieving at high levels by using both formative and summative assessments to collect student data. This data is used to make instructional decisions based on student needs.
For more information regarding state assessments, please visit KDE's website: https://education.ky.gov/AA/Assessments/Pages/default.aspx
Why give state tests?
State tests, such as the KSA tests, are given to measure how well students have learned content based on academic standards. The test covers the areas of math, reading, writing, social studies and science. The ACT test shows whether students are on course to graduate college-ready. Results from these tests are used to determine where students may need help or accelerated learning opportunities and are also used for school and district accountability. ASSESSMENT CALENDAR
Local Assessment Information
Test | Who | Purpose/Required Use | District Window | Requirement | Dissemination of Results |
STAR | K-8 Students in Reading & Math | STAR is a computer adaptive assessment used to assess achievement & growth in reading & math. | August, November, February, April | District Screener | Immediate |
CERT | 9-12 students tested in reading, math, social studies, & science. | CERT is an assessment program to help prepare students to reach college readiness. | August, December, March | District Screener | Immediate |
Common Unit Assessments | K-12 | CUA's are assessments given in the classroom at the end of a unit that allow teachers to assess student progress in the learning and adjust instruction based on the needs of the student. | Up to 6 times per year | District Assessment | Immediate or within 24 hours |
State Assessment Information
Test | Who | Purpose/Required Use | State Window | Requirement | Dissemination of Results | ||||
ACCESS For ELLs | K-12 |
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January-February |
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Fall | ||||
Alternate ACCESS for ELLs |
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January-February | State-Title III, ESSA | Fall | ||||
Brigance Kindergarten Screening | Kindergarten |
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Within 7 Days | ||||
ACT | 11th Grade |
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March |
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AP |
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Summer | ||||
CogAT- Cognitive Abilities Test |
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Fall |
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Scores available through Gifted & Talented teacher | ||||
KSA-Kentucky Summative Assessment |
Math: Grades 3-8 and 10th Reading: Grades 3-8 and 10th Science: Grades 4th, 7th, 11th Social Studies: Grades 5th and 8th Writing: Grades 5th, 8th, and 11th |
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SB 158 | Public Release in the Fall |
Tips for Test Success
- Know when tests are scheduled and keep up with results.
- Don’t schedule appointments, trips or other interruptions during testing.
- Encourage your child to review beforehand and do his/her best on testing day.
- Remind your child of the importance of reading directions carefully and not rushing through a test.
- Review results with your child. Praise success and talk about what can be done for areas in need of improvement
- Remind your child about the importance of test scores now and the impact they can have on his or her future.