Section R277-489-4 - Use of Kindergarten Entry and Exit Assessment Data(1) The Superintendent or an LEA may use entry and exit assessment data obtained in accordance with Section R277-489-3 to: (a) provide insights into current levels of academic performance upon entry and exit of kindergarten;(b) identify students in need of early intervention instruction and promote differentiated instruction for all students;(c) understand the effectiveness of programs, such as full-day kindergarten and preschool;(d) provide opportunities for data-informed decision making and cost-benefit analysis of early learning initiatives;(e) identify effective instructional practices or strategies for improving student achievement outcomes in a targeted manner; and(f) understand the influence and impact of full-day kindergarten on at-risk students in both the short- and long-term.(2) An LEA may not use entry and exit assessment data obtained in accordance with Section R277-489-3 to: (a) justify early enrollment of a student who is not currently eligible to enroll in kindergarten, such as a student with a birthday falling after September 1;(b) evaluate an educator's teaching performance; or(c) determine whether a student should be retained or promoted between grades.Utah Admin. Code R277-489-4
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2017-17, effective 8/7/2017Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2017-20, effective 9/21/2017Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2020-14, effective 7/9/2020Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-10, effective 5/11/2022Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-12, effective 6/7/2022Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-14, effective 7/11/2023Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-22, effective 11/7/2023