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AR SB178
Bill
Status
5/1/2017
Primary Sponsor
Jake Files
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AI Summary
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Directs the Arkansas Department of Education to exclude student writing scores from the ACT Aspire assessment in academic performance determinations for the 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 school years.
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Prohibits the use of writing portion scores in evaluating individual student academic progress or proficiency levels during the two-year period.
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Prevents writing scores from being included in public school and school district performance evaluations under the Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment, and Accountability Program Act.
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Declares an emergency based on insufficient research and data regarding the writing portion's ability to accurately measure academic performance, requiring time to gather additional evidence.
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Takes effect immediately upon Governor approval, passage without veto action, or veto override.
Legislative Description
To Delay The Inclusion Of A Score On The Writing Portion Of The Act Aspire Assessment In A Determination Of The Academic Performance Of A Student, Public School, Or Public School District.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
5/1/2017