Smithville R‑II presents midyear I‑Ready results, competency‑based learning progress and internship demand

Mar 19, 2026

District academic staff reported midyear I‑Ready benchmark results showing growth in K–8 math and ELA and above‑norm performance in many grades, described use of DESE testlets for high‑school courses, outlined competency‑based learning plans and reported rising internship requests and college partnerships.

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District academic services staff presented a midyear academic report to the Smithville R‑II board, summarizing K–8 I‑Ready benchmark results, high‑school assessment practices and work on competency‑based learning and real‑world learning pathways.

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