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The table below shows the implementation plan for the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness Modified (STAAR™ Modified) from Spring 2012 to Spring 2015.
To view all available STAAR Modified resources, visit the STAAR Modified Resources webpage.
| STAAR Modified Assessment | Spring 2012 | Spring 2013 | Spring 2014 | Spring 2015 |
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| Grades 3–8 Reading | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| Grades 3–8 Mathematics | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| Grades 4 and 7 Writing | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| Grades 5 and 8 Science | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| Grades 8 Social Studies | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| Algebra I | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| English I | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| Biology | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| World Geography | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| English II | Stand-alone field test | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| Geometry | Stand-alone field test | Operational with embedded field test | --------> | --------> |
| World History | Not Applicable | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test | --------> |
| English III | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test |
| U. S. History | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Operational* | Operational with embedded field test |
*Test is part of a special spring administration. Only raw scores (number of items correct) will be reported in the spring. After passing standards are set in the fall, students will receive a test score with performance standards applied.
Note: Algebra II, chemistry, and physics will not be assessed with STAAR Modified.
For additional information, contact:
Student Assessment Division
1701 North Congress Avenue, Room 3-122A
Austin, Texas 78701
512/463-9536
assessment.studentswithdisabilities@tea.state.tx.us