State Testing and Graduation Handouts

Graduation in Washington Toolkit
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.

Your Child’s Progress Updated August 2010
Each grade (kindergarten through 10th) has specific learning expectations for students. OSPI has produced a one-page handout called “Your Child’s Progress” that broadly covers grade level expectations. On the back, the handout also covers basic information on state testing for grades 3 through 10.

Earning a Diploma: The Class of 2011 and Beyond (PDF) Updated August 2010

Also available in these languages:
Cambodian | Chinese | Korean | Punjabi | Russian | Somali | Spanish | Tagalog | Vietnamese

Overview of Certificate of Academic Achievement Options (PDF) Updated August 2010
Some students may need to use an assessment other than the WASL/HSPE to demonstrate their skills. For them, the CAA Options -- or state-approved alternatives -- are available.

Meeting the Math Graduation Requirement (PDF) Updated August 2010
Although students in the classes of 2010-2012 in Washington don’t need to pass a state math assessment to be eligible for a diploma, they must fulfill the state math graduation requirement in order to graduate.

Math Graduation Requirement FAQs (PDF)
Frequently asked questions about the math graduation requirements for classes 2008-2012.

State Testing 2011 (PDF) Updated August 2010

Note: Translations for Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese will be available in mid to late August.

Class of 2011: Meeting State Standards by Graduation (PDF) Updated August 2010
A checklist for students in the class of 2011 who are expected to meet state learning standards in reading, writing and math.

Options for Students Not Graduating After Four Years of High School (PDF)

Also available in these languages:
Cambodian | Chinese | 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 2010
Frequently asked questions about who can request a review of a test booklet and how the process works.

How Students in Special Education Participate in State Testing (PDF) Updated August 2010
Answers to frequently asked questions about students in special education and their participation in the state testing system, including the grades 3-8 Measurements of Student Progress and the High School Proficiency Exam.

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