Delaware asks education department to review kindergarten assessments

Requesting That The Department Of Education Review And Provide Recommendations Regarding The Kindergarten Readiness Data Collection Process.

Engrossed· 2025-06-25

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If passed, the state would ask the education department to study how kindergarten readiness data is collected and suggest ways to make it easier for teachers and kids.

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The review could help families if it leads to simpler tests, but it also means the state will spend time and money on a study that may not change anything.

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Requests the Department of Education to review all kindergarten diagnostic assessments and screenings.
Requires evaluation of the data‑gathering process and past recommendations.
Calls for input from teachers, the state teachers union, school administrators, and the early childhood council.
Mandates a public report with findings and suggestions by May 1, 2026.
Directs the report to Senate and House education chairs, the governor, and the public archives.