CODE: 6300
SECTION: INSTRUCTION
EVALUATION OF THE INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
The Board directs the Superintendent to develop and implement a systematic short-range and long-range plan for the continuing assessment of the progress of the educational program toward the goals established by the district. To this end, he/she shall recommend tests and methods indicated by his/her best professional judgment.
The Board reserves the right to review each test and to approve those which serve a legitimate purpose without infringing upon the personal rights of the pupils or their parents/guardians. The results of any evaluation may be released by the Superintendent using districtwide data. Parents/guardians may obtain an explanation of the results of their child's test from qualified school personnel.
The Superintendent shall annually recommend improvements in the program and staff based upon the evaluation of the district's program. He/she will ensure that all required data is submitted to the commissioner for inclusion in the school report card.
The Board will cooperate with the commissioner in the conduct of such state-wide assessment programs as are required by the state board of education and shall use the data gained thereby toward the improvement of the schools of this district.
First Reading: December 12, 2000
Adopted: December 19, 2000