Indiana SEA No. 1 Section 17: Retention

In this episode, Melissa discusses Section 17 of Senate Enrolled Act number one, which focuses on the IREAD assessment and retention of third-grade students. She provides an overview of the section and its requirements, including exceptions for retention. Melissa raises concerns about the effectiveness of retention and the reliance on one test score for such decisions. She also compares the IREAD assessment with the DIBELS assessment, highlighting the limitations of the former. Melissa concludes with suggestions for improvement and encourages parents, educators, and administrators to reach out to their state representatives.