Arkansas will be using the new Arkansas Teaching and Learning Assessment System (ATLAS) in the spring of 2025. This assessment is fully aligned with Arkansas state standards, and educators from across the state have played a role in its development.
The summative test serves as one measurement to evaluate a school district’s effectiveness. These assessments help districts and schools develop programs that best support student learning. Individual Student Reports will be distributed in the fall of 2025.
The Arkansas Educational Support and Accountability Systems (AESAS) Act 930, Section 2 of 2017 requires the state of Arkansas to administer standardized testing to public school students.
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Glenn A. Duffy Elementary Testing Schedule
🧩 Small Group Testing – Begins April 14
📝 Classroom Testing – April 23, 24, and 25
🎧 Students do not need to bring anything—headphones will be provided.
📢 ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED
Please make sure your child is present and on time each testing day. These assessments are not optional and must be completed by every student.
📝 HOW PARENTS CAN HELP
✅ Ensure your child gets plenty of sleep the night before testing.
✅ Provide a nutritious breakfast each morning.
✅ Make sure your child arrives on time and attends school every testing day.
✅ Avoid scheduling appointments on testing dates.
✅ Keep your child at school for the full day so they don’t feel rushed.
✅ Encourage your child to do their best and celebrate their hard work!
For questions, contact Kim Brunkhardt
📞 479-787-4100, ext. 5008
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