California Standards Tests

December 21, 2016

California appeals federal decision on state science testing

California education officials have appealed the U.S. Department of Education’s decision to reject the state’s request to begin phasing in new science tests this spring.

Pat Maio

October 13, 2016

Duel between California and Obama administration over education continues

The education department rejected the state's request for a science testing waiver.

Louis Freedberg

June 2, 2015

Schools face challenge of explaining Common Core test results to parents

School officials are expecting to send reports to parents this summer.

Sarah Tully

March 10, 2015

For parents, a new way to view test scores

State Board of Education gives preview of format for Smarter Balanced scores

John Fensterwald

March 14, 2014

Reforming Testing and Accountability: Essential Principles for Student Success in California

This new report explains the changes to California’s testing and accountability systems along with a timeline for implementation and recommendations for maximizing their effectiveness and impact.