The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Common Core for the Common Good

Elliot Ki December 3, 2013
Despite its cost issues and vague standards, new testing system has potential to fix what’s wrong with our education system.
Within the past week, there have been several incidents of students posting photos of STAR tests on Instagram. As a result, many students are angered at the prospect of a voided API score and the jeopardization of MVHS’s reputation caused by photos of STAR tests posted on Instagram. Source: Stock.xchng.

STAR testing breach reveals students’ misuse of social media

Eva Spitzen April 11, 2013
Photos posted on Instagram of the STAR test indicate a serious flaw in students’ understanding of what is acceptable to post on the Internet.
STAR testing will shift to a more in-depth assessment in 2015

STAR testing will shift to a more in-depth assessment in 2015

Shuyi Qi March 19, 2013
State Superintendent Tom Torlakson proposes shift regarding STAR testing following 2013-2014 hiatus
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