As Texas’ non-English speaking population continues to increase, policymakers need to examine whether Texas’ bilingual education programs are the most effective way to teach non-English speaking students English.
K-12 Education
STAAR Performance Labels: Is ‘Approaches’ On or Below Grade Level?
Introduction: STAAR performance labels offer helpful information to parents and policymakers because they indicate students’ success and are also an early-warning sign that students need more support. The STAAR performance labels are: Masters, Meets, Approaches, Does Not Meet. Each label offers an indication of how a child is performing in three categories: a child’s likelihood...
August 29, 2023