Brief Explanation:

Under separate cover, your site will soon receive a copy of the State Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program Appropriate and Inappropriate Test Administration/Preparation Guidelines and a revised Test Wiseness Bibliography.

The State Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program Appropriate and Inappropriate Test Administration/Preparation Guidelines provides guidance relative to the appropriate administration of and preparation for the State Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program tests. It is essential that all staff involved with testing at your site are familiar with these test administration/preparation guidelines and comply with them prior to and during the spring 2001 STAR testing window.

The revised Test Wiseness Bibliography contains annotated references to various test preparation materials/programs. While all of the materials listed in the bibliography have been approved for use under the STAR Program regulations, please review the testing guidelines prior to purchasing or using any test preparation materials to ensure that they are used appropriately.