Keystone+Exams

Please respond to the following items:

What did you learn? // PSSA will be gone for 11th grade with keystone exams 8th Grade keystone exam counts for graduation requirement Less testing with keystone versus PSSA There is an alternative option to keystone exam (project, local assessment, AP) The devil is in the details.... //

What are the advantages of implementing this in PDSD? //Student buy in compared to completing the PSSA Less testing Common language and assessment across the state//

What are the disadvantages of implementing this in PDSD? // Lowering the bar for higher performing students Increase teaching to the test Students trying to advance to higher grade levels or graduate early Transcripts/grading //

What steps does PDSD need to take to implement? // SAS training for staff PLC conversations/activities for common goals Community education //

Questions? // How does this apply to special education students? How long can you hold the transcript? How will the grades be updated/maintained if students retake the keystone exam in sections? //