K‑12 study group flags testing burden, high‑dosage tutoring logistics and third‑grade retention concerns
Representatives from the HR 281 K‑12 study group reported findings including perceived excess testing, concerns about DIBELS and DIBELS as an assessment rather than screener, implementation strain from high‑dosage tutoring mandates and calls to reexamine third‑grade retention timing under Act 422 (2023).
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The House Education Committee on Feb. 12 received findings from the K‑12 education study group established by House Resolution 281 (2024). Representatives Roger Wilder and Bamberg summarized the group’s top findings and said the members plan further stakeholder meetings to pursue actionable changes.
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