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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]One does not have to keep their kid out of school for 3 weeks to opt out.  But you do have to write a letter to the principal stating that you are opting out, and that you do not want your child to take either the test or the make-up.  I am not completely against standardized tests by any means.  But this year,[b] testing with the MSA which is not aligned with the curriculum seems to be a waste of time.[/b]  And I do very much object to the  amount of time my school has in prior years spent on prepping and practicing, as well as the "cheerleading".

I guess I have to decide if I want to join twitter to get Dr. Starr's attention.[/quote]

Guess who agrees with you?

That's right! Joshua Starr![/quote]

The person who doesn't agree with Starr (and about 21 other superintendents in the state of Maryland) is Gov. Martin O'Malley. 22 of the superintendents have said they don't want to give the MSA this year since the test is going away next year, it doesn't reflect the current curriculum (for grades 3-5), and takes away valuable instruction time. O'Malley continues to insist on having the test.

More details - and how to voice your complaint to O'Malley - 
http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs192/1107753542216/archive/1116548115424.html

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