This page is currently under construction. We look forward to publishing a comprehensive description of Arlington assessment practices. 

The Arlington Central School District uses the i-Ready Diagnostic and Instruction program for students in 1^st through 8^th grades (Kindergarteners begin i-Ready in the winter). We look forward to continuing supporting and guiding your child in their progress towards future academic success. 

What is i-Ready?
i-Ready is an online program that will help us determine your child’s strengths and areas for growth, personalize their learning, and monitor their progress throughout the school year. i-Ready allows us to meet your child where they are and provides us with data to inform instruction. The i-Ready Diagnostic is an adaptive assessment that adjusts its questions based on student responses. Each item a student receives is based on their answer to the previous question. The i-Ready Instruction provides students with lessons based on their individual strengths and areas for growth. These lessons are interactive and provide strategic support to keep your child engaged as they learn.

What can I do to help?

To help prepare your child for the i-Ready Diagnostic, encourage them to: 

• Get a good night’s sleep and eat a full breakfast the day of the assessment.

• Try their best on each question and try not to rush.

• Try not to worry about questions they do not know

• Be respectful of other students who take longer to finish

To support your child’s learning with online lessons, you can:

• Discuss your child’s progress on their i-Ready lessons.

• Celebrate your child’s learning and growth.

• If your child’s teacher encourages them to use i-Ready lessons at home, reference these Fridge Tips to provide support. 

Thank you for your continued support and for being a partner in your child’s learning! If you have any questions about i-Ready, please do not hesitate to contact your child's school. You can also learn more about i-Ready by visiting i-ReadyCentral.com/FamilyCenter.