Purpose of Assessment

The Beatrice Public School’s Comprehensive Assessment System is intended to:

• provide information for school improvement that
  • enhances learning for all students.
  • informs instructional decisions to effectively meet the needs of individual students.
  • assists in determining eligibility and selection for placement in various programs.
  • assists administrators in evaluating progress in improving student achievement at the building, program, and district levels.
  • assists the school community in identifying achievement gaps and areas in need of improvement.
  • informs decisions regarding allocations of resources.
  • assists in establishing goals for professional development.
• provide information for reporting student progress to:
  • assist students in understanding their achievement of academic goals
  • assist parents in understanding their child’s achievement of academic standards.
  • inform the Board of Education and community about the quality of educational programs and student learning.
  • meet state and federal accountability requirements.