Check out two fliers from California State PTA on what the assessment scores mean and what questions parents should ask:
- What the Scores Mean — Family-friendly explanations about the assessment scores
Double-sided (English/Spanish)
Single-sided English
Single-sided Spanish
- Questions to Ask — Questions for families to ask to stay engaged in their child’s assessment and education
Double-sided (English/Spanish)
Single-sided English
Single-sided Spanish
- Smarter Balanced Resources — This infographic from California State PTA and Children Now offers answers and resources on frequently asked assessment questions
- Early Assessment Program — A flier from California State University, California Community Colleges and University of California outlines what the assessments mean for 11th-grade students
Download new parent guides from the California Department of Education and California State PTA:
Grades 3, 4 & 5 — available in English and Spanish
Grades 6, 7 & 8 — available in English and Spanish
Grade 11 — available in English and Spanish