More students are also performing at higher levels in reading and mathematics. I appreciate that comparisons by schools are inevitable through our public accountability process, but the provincial tests should be regarded as 'snapshots of student performance' that help us to improve learning.
All schools share a collective pride in student achievement.
The focus of the Peel board is on communication between schools and their parents. Schools that have done well and those that have shown significant improvement from last year can offer alternative strategies to help other schools boost student learning. Schools will place special emphasis on assisting those students who scored below the provincial average, and making sure they are equipped to succeed throughout their school experience. Rather, they are indicators of where students need extra help to achieve in the higher grades. Tests are only useful if they are used to improve student learning.