Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB312

Voted on by Senate
 
Out of House Committee
 
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to a required report made to a public school student, parent, and teacher regarding the student's performance on certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments.

Impact

The implementation of SB312 is expected to improve accountability in the education system by ensuring that stakeholders, including students, parents, and teachers, are informed about student progress. By requiring detailed analysis of performance on each standard assessed, the bill aims to foster a better understanding of student capabilities, pinpoint areas needing improvement, and facilitate constructive dialogues among students, parents, and educators. Moreover, aggregated results at class, campus, and district levels could provide valuable data for curriculum improvements and educational strategies.

Summary

SB312, titled 'Relating to a required report made to a public school student, parent, and teacher regarding the student's performance on certain state-adopted or state-developed assessment instruments', aims to enhance transparency regarding student performance outcomes. The bill mandates that after the administration of any state-approved assessment, a detailed performance report must be provided to the student, their parents or guardians, and the respective teachers. This report is intended to give insight into how well students are mastering the required skills and knowledge associated with the assessment.

Contention

While the bill presents a constructive step toward enhancing educational outcomes, it may face challenges regarding the logistics of report generation and distribution. Questions could arise around the resource requirements for districts to fulfill the reporting obligations, including potential reliance on third-party contractors as indicated in the bill. Additionally, debates may emerge concerning the balance between maintaining standardized assessment protocols and the need for personalized, nuanced educational insights that address diverse student needs.

Companion Bills

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Similar Bills

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