In early 2007, the United States Department of Education authorized modified academic standards to be written by individual states for students who have disabilities and cannot reach the academic standards typically required. A new standardized test would be implemented that relied on these standards. (U.S. Department of Education, May 2007) This test would be a “middle ground” between the PSSA and the PASA. (Recall the PASA is the test that might be taken by a student with severe cognitive issues.).
In Pennsylvania, there is, to date, no modified standards for students who have disabilities. However, sources within the PA Department of Education have confirmed that work has begun on modified standards and the completion of this is expected in three years.
Monday, February 18, 2008
Will there be any PSSA changes for special needs students?
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I am Ajay Rai. When it comes to education, the choice between Private School vs Public School is always a crucial one for parents. Both have their pros and cons, especially when it comes to academic support for special needs students. Public schools, being government-funded, often have more structured programs and legal obligations to provide individualized education plans (IEPs). On the other hand, private schools sometimes offer smaller class sizes and a more flexible curriculum, but support for special needs students varies widely.
With Pennsylvania considering changes to the PSSA for students with disabilities, it will be interesting to see how both public and private schools adapt. Will modified standards make public schools a more viable option for special needs students, or will parents continue to look towards private institutions for a tailored approach? Looking forward to seeing how this develops.
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