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Assessment

A Meaningful Part of Student Learning and Instructional Planning

Assessments are an important tool educators use to understand student learning, monitor progress, and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional strategies. At various points throughout the school year, students participate in required assessments that align with legislative requirements and district guidelines.

 

 

Timeline

Each required assessment is administered within a designated assessment window—a specific timeframe during which the assessment must be completed. While the window may span several days or weeks, the actual amount of time students spend testing varies by assessment.

The information below outlines each required assessment, including the assessment window, estimated testing time, how results are used to support instruction, and whether the assessment fulfills district, state, or federal requirements.

More information:

Weld Re-3J District Assessment Calendar

Colorado Department of Education Website

Accessing State Testing

Family Portal – Pearson

College Board – P/SAT

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Academic Progress

NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) Reading and Math - Grades 2-8

  • Dates: Aug. 25-Sept. 12, Dec. 1-Dec. 18, Apr. 27-May 15

    Time for Administration: 1 hour per subject

    Purpose: Determine academic level and growth

    Days Testing: 28 day window

    Required by: District

    Use of Results: Class placement, instructional grouping, MTSS, Educator Effectiveness.

Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS)

  • Dates: ELA/Math (Grd 3-8): Apr. 6-Apr. 24, CoAlt: Science & Social Studies (Grd 5, 8, 11): Apr. 6-Apr. 24

    Administration Time: Approximately 2.5 - 5.5 hours, depending on subject and grade level.

    Purpose: Elementary and Secondary Education Act and State Accountability

    Days Testing: Varies

    Required by: State and Federal

    Use of Results: Measure student performance and growth in the Colorado Academic Standards. Screen for academic programs and placement, Educator Effectiveness.

Preparatory Exam PSAT- Grade 9 - 10

  • Date: April 13-24

    Administration Time: 2.25 hours

    Purpose: Colorado Achievement Plan for Kids

    Days Testing: additional information about testing date requirements will be provided by CDE at a later time

    Required by: State

    Use of Results: Determine postsecondary readiness.

College Entrance Exam SAT - Grade 11

  • Date: April 13-24

    Administration Time: 2.25 hours

    Purpose: Colorado Achievement Plan for Kids

    Days Testing: additional information about testing date requirements will be provided by CDE at a later time

    Required by: State

    Use of Results: Determine postsecondary readiness.

Assessments for Unique Populations

  • Dates: Jan. 12-Feb. 13

    Time for Administration: 4 sections averaging from 35-60 minutes each

    Purpose: English Language Acquisition Proficiency and Growth

    Days Testing: 43 day window

    Required by: Federal

    Use of Results: Measures ELL students' progress in acquiring academic English in the areas of: social and instructional language, language of science, language of social studies, language of language arts and the language of math.

Dynamic Learning Maps (English Language Arts and Math) and CoAlt (Science and Social Studies) - Grades 3-11 Students with a Disability Qualifying for Alternate Assessments

  • Dates for grades 3-8 DLM: Apr. 6-Apr. 24

    Dates for grades 9-11 DLM: Apr. 13-Apr. 24

    CoAlt dates for grades 5, 8, 11: Apr. 6- Apr. 24

    Days Testing: Varies

    Time for Administration: Varies based on student need

    Required by: Federal

    Purpose: Elementary and Secondary Education Act and State Accountability

    Use of Results: Measure student progress toward meeting Extended Evidence Outcomes of the Colorado Academic Standards.

 

 

Title slide for Weld County School District RE-3J’s 2025 Strategic Snapshot. Three illustrated icons represent district themes: a trophy labeled ‘We are successful,’ a pencil launching like a rocket labeled ‘We are progressing,’ and a sharpened pencil inside a focus dial labeled ‘We are focused.’ District logo and ‘We Are 3’ branding appear at the top.Slide titled ‘Growth and Achievement.’ Text explains that Weld County School District RE-3J prioritizes supporting all students in building proficiency in reading, writing, math, and core academic areas. Three data highlights are shown: 97.7 percent four-year graduation rate for Weld RE-3J; 58 percent of students met their reading growth target during the 2024–2025 school year; and 53 percent of students met their math growth target during the 2024–2025 school year. Icons and labels emphasize ‘We are successful,’ ‘We are progressing,’ and ‘We are focused.’Slide titled ‘Readiness and Success.’ Text states that Weld County School District RE-3J prepares graduates for college, the workforce, the military, and other post-secondary pathways through access to college courses and industry-aligned career experiences. Three data points are shown: 100 percent of high school students participate in Career Pathways; students earned a total of 1,266 college credits during the 2024–2025 school year; and 20.12 percent of students participated in work-based learning experiences, including internships and apprenticeships, reflecting growth from the prior school year. Icons and labels emphasize ‘We are successful,’ ‘We are progressing,’ and ‘We are focused.’Summary slide titled ‘We Are Successful.’ A trophy icon accompanies district highlights. Key metrics displayed include a 97.7 percent graduation rate under Growth and Achievement, 1,266 college credits earned under Readiness and Success, 104 hours of professional development under Quality Staff, and 100 percent access to supports for students and staff under Safety and Mental Health. The slide summarizes major successes of Weld County School District RE-3J.

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