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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What's remarkable is that FCPS was using the same tests (Iowa and SOL) and same thresholds as far back as at least 2011.

https://web.archive.org/web/20111005061634/http://www.fcps.edu:80/DIS/gt/pdfs/MSHonors_Final.pdf

2011 "Mathematics 7 Honors is open enrollment for all students; however, there are specific requirements for enrollment in Algebra I Honors in 7th grade. Enrollment in Algebra I Honors in 7th grade is based on the following criteria:

Successful completion of Compacted Mathematics 6 or a year-long accelerated mathematics program

Score at or above the 91st percentile on the Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT)

Score a pass advanced (500 or above) on the grade 7 mathematics Standards of Learning (SOL) test"
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Using a crappy test for several years is "remarkable"? 
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PWCS also uses Iowa:  https://www.pwcs.edu/academics___programs/mathematics/MS%20Placement%20%20Requirements%20%20and%20FAQs%2002282023.pdf

FCPS, LCPS, and PWCS seem to have a more positive view on IAAT than you do.  It's remarkable to hold steady amidst all the [b]changes in math policies/initiatives [/b]in recent years. It suggests they have found levels that work and stick with them. [/quote]

Just because other people use it doesn't make it accurate. I *wish* my kids were a few grades ahead, but they just test well. It's an easy test to guess.

What math initiatives? 
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