While Texas has taken positive steps in education over the last several years, we are still struggling in many areas. A one-size-fits-all model will never meet the needs of all Texas students.While Texas has taken positive steps in education over the last several years, we are still struggling in many areas. A one-size-fits-all model will never meet the needs of all Texas students.
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...