A key deficiency in California’s school accountability system is the state’s inability to track individualstudent test scores over time. Thus, it is impossible to discern the value added of curricula, programs, teaching methods, or other education policies on student performance. This situation may be changing, however, thanks to a bill recently approved by the state senate.
In the face of continuing failure, it is time to consider an agenda for reform that effects fundamental changes in the current system and truly focuses on improving student achievement. The Pacific Research Institute offers the following ten-point plan.
