Assessment and Accountability
The Assessment and Accountability Department coordinates and implements California's statewide testing programs. The department works with the SCCOE and with schools, districts and the public to provide professional guidance in the collection, reporting, and use of student achievement information to improve California's schools and to increase academic achievement for all students.
Services
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Accountability
Student performance on federal and state criteria is reported in context of the No Child Left Behind Act (2002) and the Public Schools Accountability Act (1999). Staff coordinate the release of the Accountability Progress Report (APR), Accountability Performance Index (API), Annual Measurable Objectives (AMO) and Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives (AMAO). The department prepares information that assists professional educators and the general public better understand the performance of local students and school districts in context of county and statewide trends. The department also assists schools communicate accountability information to their constituents through the School Accountability Report Card (SARC). -
General Educational Development (GED)
The COE is a primary San Jose community site for the GED exam. Exams are given on Monday and Tuesday. Office hours are maintained for pre-registration, obtaining information and transcripts on Wednesday through Friday. Staff works closely with the Regional Occupational Programs to assist as well as walk in clients. You can get more information on the GED here. -
Assessment
Information regarding all of California's standardized testing programs is coordinated and provided by the Assessment and Accountability Office. STAR Program tests include: California Standards Tests (CST); California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA); La prueba de logros en español, Tercera edición (Aprenda 3); California English Language Development Test (CELDT) and California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE). In addition, information regarding the Physical Fitness Test, National Assessment of Educational Progress, Early Assessment Program and college entrance examinations is disseminated through the department. -
Assessment and Accountability
The department provides timely information related to standards, assessment and accountability through bimonthly meetings of the Assessment and Accountability Network. COE staff is a member of the California Regional Assessment Network and facilitate coordination and sharing of information from the network. COE teams support all schools and districts to develop their Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) as well as their Local Educational Agency Plan (LEAP). The plans are developed to assist teachers' and administrators' use of data to inform instruction. The COE facilitates weekly professional development related to data analysis and effective planning and community reporting. Plans are standards aligned and research-based and support schools in their efforts to comply with state and federal regulations as well as to prepare for applications for distinguished school recognitions and accreditation reviews.Video: "Bringing California's K to College Assessment System Into the 21st Century: What will it take?"
- Part 1: Creating Assessments that Support 21st Century Skills
- Part 2: Bringing California's Assessment System into the 21st Century
- Part 3: What Will it Take?
- Part 4: Panel Discussion
- Part 5: Closing Remarks
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SChoolPlan™
SChoolPlan™ is a complete package that provides school personnel with an integrated approach to data management, analysis and decision making. It facilitates comprehensive reporting linked to research-based best practices.
SChoolPlan™ Hotline: (408) 453-6520
Date last updated: January 31, 2012
