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Assessment and Accountability Task Force
In February 2024, MSDE launched an Assessment and Accountability Task Force to better link
school ratings to student achievement and promote equitable learning opportunities with a focus
on literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking.
The task force, facilitated by the National Center for the Improvement of Educational Assessment, held 12
meetings over seven months, bringing together nearly 30 educators, stakeholders, and testing experts.
In December 2024, the State Board of Education (SBOE) approved the task force’s recommendations, which
include making state assessments more accessible and fairer for every student group; ensuring test length
and content accurately re昀氀ect our state’s academic standards; and improving score reporting for families and
educators.
“Maryland needs a strong assessment and accountability system to
complement equitable investments in public education through the
Blueprint for Maryland’s Future. A strong system will benchmark
statewide progress and provide families and educators with key insights
about their students’ progress. By investing in transparent and reliable
systems, we can drive meaningful learning outcomes and create a
pathway for success for every child in our state.”
JOSHUA L. MICHAEL, PH.D.
President, State Board of Education
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Centering on Core Instruction
