Academics - Assessments
McPherson USD 418 uses identified assessments to inform instruction and enhance learning. Assessment focuses on the collective impact of curriculum on student learning.
Purpose Behind Assessment
Purpose 1: Supporting student success through core instruction. Assessment tools are needed to inform instruction, support student reflection, engage parent/family support, and guide school-based planning for all students.
Purpose 2: Supporting student success through screening, intervention, and progress monitoring. Assessment tools are needed to support the critical elements of (MTSS) Multi-tiered System of Supports. These tools include universal screeners, progress monitoring tools, and diagnostic tools in reading, behavior/student well-being, and math.
Purpose 3: Supporting student success through educator growth within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Common Assessment data inform educator effectiveness and support collaboration among educators.
Purpose 4: Supporting student learning through continuous improvement at the system level. Assessment tools inform district-level decisions about programs, resources, and initiatives.
ASQ
TS Gold
PAST
FASTBRIDGE
SAEBRS/mySAEBRSs
Pre ACT
The ACT
PSAT
KELPA
WorkKeys
ASVAB-ASVAB
QPS
KSDE Assessments
Seal of Biliteracy
AP EXAMS