Assessments

Our philosophy for assessment is that it needs to inform instruction, give us a picture of the student’s performance, and correlate to learning in the classroom. In addition to district and state assessments, we administer and utilize results from:

• Heggerty Screener
• HMH (Into Reading) weekly and module assessments
• Illustrative Mathematics assessments
• Acadience (D8)

Assessments inform instruction and monitor student progress. Assessments should:

• Add value to the student learning experience.
• Engage families in supporting their students.
• Help identify strengths, interests and opportunities for growth for all students.

A collection of assessment results can be used to help set goals, identify priorities and inform equity of access to grade-level learning.

Individual schools determine which additional assessments will support their specific student population’s learning. Each school will select specific dates within the district-provided assessment windows.

Some assessments are required by federal or state law; see information regarding state assessment participation. Families can refuse participation in state assessments for their students. Contact your student's school if you have questions about test refusals.

How to View Assessment Data on Student Insights Jeffco Elementary Assessment Schedule Jeffco Secondary Assessment Schedule