Parent Assessment Resources
Welcome Families!
This is your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about the required assessments at Sequoia Grove. Our students participate in a variety of grade-level assessments throughout the year to demonstrate growth and help us direct instructional planning. We hope this website will provide useful information to help you actively support your child's academic journey at Sequoia Grove.
2023-2024
Assessment Calendar
Assessment Calendar
Internal Benchmark Assessment
Star Assessment: Online Reading and Math Assessment given in the fall, winter, and spring as a diagnostic tool for families and teachers.
State Assessments
ELPAC: English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (for designated English Language Learners)
PFT: California Physical Fitness Test (grades 5, 7, and 9)
CAASPP: The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (grades 3-8 and 11)
CAST: California Science Test (grades 5, 8, and 11)
CAA: California Alternative Assessment (for students with severe learning disabilities)
Why are Assessments Important to Our Schools and Students?
These tests are just one way to assess student learning, but test-taking is an important life skill! Additionally, these assessments give information to show student growth and provide a deeper understanding of how to guide instruction. School-wide assessment data is an integral part of our Local Indicators that aid in our charter renewal and WASC accreditation. Lastly, this data helps our school make decisions and plan school programs to support you and your students.