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Dear Staunton Jr. High Families, 

Our students take federally required assessments every spring. These assessments help us understand how our students are growing academically, compared to their peers across the state. The Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) assesses progress of students in grades 6-8 in the Jr. High School meeting the Illinois Learning Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics.  The Illinois Science Assessment (ISA) assesses the progress of students in 8th grade meeting the Illinois Learning Standards for Science incorporating the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).  

Additionally, these assessments:

  • Provide a measure of college and career readiness for students.
  • Contain high-quality test items that measure the full range of state adopted standards.
  • Assist educators in supporting student learning.
  • Make use of technology in assessments, and advance accountability at all levels.

All students are required to take the IAR and ISA online using their school provided Chromebook while in attendance at school under the supervision of school staff.   

Testing Dates:

  • Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR):  April 4th - April 8th  
  • Illinois Science Assessment (ISA):  April 18th - April 22nd [8th Grade Only]

We encourage all of our students to do their best on these tests and ask that families speak with their students about the importance of these tests and giving their best effort.  If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Elementary/Jr. High Office.