We, the undersigned, demand that the influence of high-stakes standardized tests in Tennessee must decrease immediately.
Why is this important?
The results of standardized tests are now the main factor that determines the success or failure of a school, its teachers, and its students. Standardized tests are biased and simply measure test taking skills, not actual knowledge. They stifle teacher creativity and cause many teachers to resent their jobs. It's time to take some of the power away from test results in Tennessee.
