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Walton County School District Assessment and Accountability Overview

Original title: Assessment, Accountability & Research - Walton County School District

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The Frame

What this does

This office serves as the primary point of contact for parents and staff regarding student testing schedules, performance data, and graduation petitions under HB91.

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Students

Students are subject to state-mandated testing and national assessments coordinated by this office.

Parents

Parents receive access to testing information and school performance data through this office.

Faculty

Faculty members must comply with test security guidelines and use data provided by the office for educational planning.

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Summary

This document outlines the responsibilities of the Walton County School District's Office of Assessment, Accountability, and Research. The office manages state and national testing, tracks school performance metrics, and processes research requests to support student achievement.

Key Facts

  • The office coordinates district, state, and national testing programs.
  • The office manages College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) verifications.
  • The office processes HB91 graduation petitions.
  • The office provides diagnostic and predictive data on student achievement in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
  • The office establishes test security guidelines for the school system.
  • The office serves as the system liaison with the Georgia Department of Education for CCRPI calculations.
  • The office reviews and oversees research projects submitted by external institutions.
  • The office maintains a district balanced scorecard to track student achievement goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I contact for questions about school testing?
You can contact the Office of Assessment, Accountability, and Research, specifically Director Louise Williams-Hutchens or Administrative Assistant Nicole Becker at (770) 266-4482.
What is the CCRPI?
The College and Career Ready Performance Index () is a state-mandated accountability system used to measure school and district performance.

Why It Matters

This office serves as the primary point of contact for parents and staff regarding student testing schedules, performance data, and graduation petitions under HB91.

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Connected Entities

organizationWalton County School DistrictThe school district overseeing the assessment and accountability office.Map →
organizationGeorgia Department of EducationThe state body that coordinates with the district on CCRPI calculations.Map →
personNicole BeckerAdministrative Assistant for the office.Map →
personLouise Williams-HutchensDirector of the Office of Assessment, Accountability, and Research.Map →

Sources

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www.walton.k12.ga.us

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