FAST aReading
There are two main ELA assessments within FAST: aReading (screener) and CBM (intervention assessment). Use the aReading Screener 3 times a year to determine students' reading skills in relation to their grade level. Use the CBM individually-administered assessments for high risk students along with appropriate interventions.
FAST Testing Windows for 2023-2024
Fall
August 21 -September 29
Winter
December 4 - January 19
Spring
March 18 -Â April 19
Note regarding testing outside of the windows:
New students can take the universal screener at any time after they are enrolled at your site and are in FAST (typically two days from enrollment date).
If the test is given outside the screening windows, the scores will show up on teacher level reports, but with no local norms and won't be displayed in the District/School level reports.
Check out the FAST Tile on Illuminate for detailed instructions on FAST administration.