Last February, 9News explained what CSAP might mean to Colorado. This year, there are new laws that define how this test will transform our public schools. Education Reporter Heather Cabot delves into what's ahead in a series of special reports starting this Sunday. And if you would like to take the CSAP yourself, click here for a list of dates and locations . CSAP is raising the bar for our youngest children.
Students entering kindergarten have to be much further along in their studies than they used to be.
Children start preparing for the 3rd grade CSAP reading test from the moment they start kindergarten. 9News will have extensive coverage of events around the state geared to help the public understand what the Colorado Student Assessment Program expects of students. Pick up the Denver Post for you own copy of sample test questions and CSAP information. Dustin Messner won't be taking the CSAP this year. He has a learning disability and his parents want to spare him the frustration and humiliation of scoring low on such a high pressure test.