The Texas Public Policy Foundation's 2013 survey on learning technology implementation in Texas demonstrates a need for educator commitment in the technology arena, as well as broadened eligibility for Texas students wishing to attend virtual school full time.
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...