State Testing and Graduation Handouts

We are currently updating the following documents to reflect the changes from the 2013 legislative session -- specifically the graduation changes for the Class of 2015 and beyond. In the meantime, please visit www.WAtesting.com for accurate information about the new testing requirements for graduation.

Graduation in Washington Toolkit Updated November 2013
A resource to help educators and families understand state graduation requirements. The toolkit will be periodically updated with new materials and when changes occur. School districts should ensure all key personnel are aware of the toolkit.
Also available in these languages:
Chinese | Khmer | Korean | Punjabi | Russian | Somali | Spanish | Tagalog | Vietnamese

Your Child’s Progress (PDF) Updated January 2014
A short handout that broadly covers learning expectations and basic information on state testing in grades K-10. It is translated into nine languages.

State Testing 2014 (PDF) Updated January 2014
This one-page handout covers key testing information and dates on the front and provides answers to FAQs on the back.
Also available in these languages:
Chinese | Khmer | Korean | Punjabi | Russian | Somali | Spanish | Tagalog | Vietnamese

Graduation Requirements Checklist (PDF) Updated January 2014
A checklist by graduating class. Track your student’s progress as they move through high school.
Class of 2013 | Class of 2014 | Class of 2015 | Class of 2016 | Class of 2017

Overview of Certificate of Academic Achievement Options (PDF) Updated October 2012
Some students may need to use an assessment other than a state exam to demonstrate their skills. For them, the CAA Options -- or state-approved alternatives -- are available.

Options for Students Not Graduating After Four Years of High School (PDF) Updated September 2013
Also available in these languages:
Chinese | Khmer | Korean | Punjabi | Russian | Somali | Spanish | Tagalog | Vietnamese

Parent/Guardian Access to their Child’s Test Booklets and How to File a Score Appeal (PDF) Updated August 2013
FAQs about who can request to review a test booklet and how to do it.

How Students in Special Education Participate in State Testing (PDF) Updated September 2013
Frequently asked questions about who can request a review of a test booklet and how the process works.
Also available in these languages:
Chinese | Khmer | Korean | Punjabi | Russian | Somali | Spanish | Tagalog | Vietnamese

Principal Letter Templates
OSPI has produced letter templates that schools can use to communicate state testing information to families.