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[quote=Anonymous]Sounds like PCSB is planning to hold off on ASPIRE for a bit longer still: ASPIRE Grace and Acclimation Period in SY 2026-27

DC PCSB has been considering potential updates to the ASPIRE System to account for DC CAPE 2.0, the new state assessment that PK – 8 and high schools will begin administering in SY 2026 – 27.

After internal deliberation and input from the ASPIRE Technical Advisory Group, the LEA Advisory Group, ASPIRE Working Groups, and other partners, DC PCSB staff is proposing a Grace and Acclimation Period for SY 2026 – 27 PK – 8 and high school accountability.

During the Grace and Acclimation Period, DC PCSB would publish ASPIRE measure-level outcomes without an overall ASPIRE score or level. Additionally, DC PCSB would not use SY 2026 – 27 ASPIRE results or state assessment outcomes for goal determinations, charter reviews, or renewals for PK – 8 and high schools. This approach would not apply to schools evaluated under the PK-Only, Adult Education, Alternative Accountability Frameworks, as well as schools evaluated by the PK – 8 Framework that do not serve grade 3 or above; they are not subject to the new state assessment for accountability purposes.

This proposal gives PK – 8 and high schools time to adjust to the new assessment before results are used for high-stakes decisions. It also preserves the Board’s ability to carry out reviews and renewals, as DC PCSB will still have four years of academic data when contemplating school continuance or renewal.

We also want to acknowledge the questions raised during recent meetings. DC PCSB staff are compiling these questions and will address them in upcoming communications, including a forthcoming FAQ. If you have any questions or feedback, please complete the ASPIRE Feedback form.

DC PCSB staff will present its Grace and Acclimation Period proposal at the December 8, 2025, public meeting. In the meantime, for more information, see materials from recent ASPIRE PK – 8 and High School Working Group meetings. (Note: these materials use the phrase “hold harmless” to describe the Grace and Acclimation Period DC PCSB staff is proposing.)
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