Q: What is Assess Now?
A: Assess Now is a formative literacy assessment which helps teachers determine each student’s instructional reading and writing level, areas in need of improvement, and growth over time. The purpose of Assess Now is to collect information about reading and writing behaviors to inform and drive instruction.
Q: How long does it take to implement Assess Now in my classroom?
A: In general, it takes 20 minutes or less to conduct an assessment with each student. Some parts of the assessment may be conducted with a small group or whole class of students.
Q: What are the benefits of Assess Now?
A: Assess Now is quick to administer, informative, and data-driven.
Q: How does Assess Now differ from other assessments?
A: Assess Now takes less time per student than other formative literacy assessments. The "What Next" portion of Assess Now is also unique. It provides teachers with instant teaching strategies based on the particular needs of a student, group of students, or class. The benefit is that after the assessment is conducted teachers immediately receive suggestions for steps they can take to focus instruction on specific areas of need.
Use your STIMULUS Funds to supplement existing programs with Assess Now!
Race to the Top Funds: Contact us to customize a package to support your district's Race to the Top initiatives!
Federal Funding Opportunities:
- Title I, Part A (Improving Basic Programs)
- Title II, Part A (Improving Teacher Quality State Grants Program)
- Title III, part A (English Language Acquisition)
- Title V, Part A (Innovative Programs)
- IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
- Enhancing Education through Technology (EETT)
- Reading First
Download the complete Pacific Learning Funding Alignment Guide.
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