Literacy Assessment

Horizon SD Universal Screeners

Use a screener 1-3 times per year on ALL students to identify potential reading difficulties. Screeners may also be used to monitor progress. More information here.

HSD Diagnostic Assessments

Use diagnostic screeners when more detailed information about learning needs and progress is needed for instruction or intervention, or to monitor progress.

Summative Benchmark Assessments

Use a summative assessment at the end of a unit or year to understand students' skills, communicate learning to stakeholders, and support reflection on instructional practices or resources.