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District assessment update: mixed growth on STAR/FastBridge and low summer school turnout
Summary
Administrators reported district‑level gains on FastBridge and STAR in several grades, positive indicators on a new district writing assessment and baseline ACT data for freshmen, but noted summer school attendance was low (118 invited, 70 attended) and will prompt program adjustments.
Dr. Gray presented the district’s assessment results for 2024–25 and initial fall benchmarks for 2025–26. K–8 FastBridge reading showed growth in grades 5–8 and a notable second‑grade gain; STAR reading and math at the high school showed positive trends and are being used as ACT predictors. A district writing assessment that added additional measures in year three showed year‑over‑year growth in total words written, spelling and sequence. The Illinois…
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