Meaningful and relevant assessments work hand in hand with rigorous academic standards. Assessments provide ongoing measures of student learning at each grade level. The data from assessments is critical in determining if educational goals are being met and if students are on track to graduate prepared for college and career. The Colorado Academic Standards are the foundation for the state assessments in science, social studies, English language arts and mathematics. This year Colorado is undergoing numerous changes in assessment. Below are several informational articles from the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) to learn more about these changes and what they mean for you and your student. | 
