Assessment
There is a need for assessment information at both state and local level to measure progress and ensure accountability regarding the system of learning results, which must be accomplished through a comprehensive system of local and state assessment, involving multiple measures to determine what each student knows and is able to demonstrate regarding the standards of the system of learning results. [20-A MRSA section 6201]
Assessment is a complex set of tools and processes that educators use to measure student achievement and to inform instructional planning. In Wells-Ogunquit we use a wide range of measures to ensure that we are preparing our students with the knowledge and skills to be successful in post-secondary education and in the workforce.
In addition to curriculum based assessments, our teachers use some or all of the following:
Participation Local and State Assessment Letter
Opting Out of State Assessments
Wells-Ogunquit CSD utilizes all assessment data to help inform our practices at the district, school, classroom and individual levels for our students. Although we encourage students and parents to participate fully in our assessment program, it is important to note that parents/guardians may opt their child out of state testing. If you are interested in doing so, please reach out to your child’s principal to complete the required form.