If this bill were to become law, it would amend current statutes regarding the administration of statewide assessments in Arizona. Specifically, it would expand the reasons for which a school district or charter school may administer the statewide assessment in the form of a written test. Currently, the law allows for written tests under specific circumstances, such as for students with Individualized Education Programs or for religious purposes. The new bill would add a provision allowing written tests to be administered on approval by a majority vote of the school district governing board or charter school governing body.

Additionally, the bill would make technical and conforming changes to the existing language in the statutes. It would clarify that the State Board of Education shall determine the manner of implementation for the assessments, while also maintaining the existing requirements for the assessments in various subjects. Overall, the bill aims to provide more flexibility for school districts and charter schools in how they administer statewide assessments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-741
House Engrossed Version: 15-741