School Assessment Plan 2026-2027 - Kindergarten to Grade 6 - Student Achievement, Grading, and Reporting

Sep 30, 2026

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School Assessment Plan 2026–2027 explains how Edmonton Public Schools determines and communicates student learning from Kindergarten to Grade 6. It defines assessment as gathering information tied to the Alberta curriculum and, when applicable, the Individualized Program Plan (IPP), not behavior or effort alone. The plan describes how teachers collect evidence, support families in understanding progress, and outline roles for staff, parents/guardians, and students. It also details reporting periods, progress report delivery, parent/family conferences, and how IPPs are developed and reviewed.

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Responsibilities and purpose of assessment

What assessment includes (curriculum evidence and IPP)

Supporting student learning

Supporting roles: staff, parents/guardians, students

Communication and reporting

Reporting periods and progress reports

Parent/family conferences

Individualized Program Plans (IPPs)

Lauderdale SChool School Assessment Plan 2026–2027, Kindergarten to Grade 6 At Edmonton Public Schools, we’re committed to empowering students to shape their futures and communities. One of the ways we help empower students is through our comprehensive process for assessing what students learn. We are dedicated to clearly communicating with you about your child’s achievement at school. This guide will help you understand: ● responsibilities of staff, students and parents/guardians. ● how we will tell you about your child’s progress and learning. ● how we assign grades/marks to your child. ● how your child is assessed. ● the steps we take if your child’s work is missing or not finished. What is assessment? In this plan, we use the term assessment to describe the process of determining what students have learned, and how well they have learned it. Assessment is not just about tests and grades. Assessment means gathering information about what your child knows, understands and is able to do based on the Alberta curriculum and, if applicable, their Individualized Program Plan (IPP) . Teachers cannot base grades/marks on your child’s behaviour, effort and work habits unless those behaviours are outlined in the Alberta curriculum for a specific subject. Teachers can collect evidence of your child's learning in many different ways. Conversations, observations and student work are just some of the ways teachers determine students’ strengths and where they might need extra help. These activities—conversations, observations and the products students create—help teachers shape their lesson plans. They guide how they can help every student meet their learning goals. The activities also help inform the teacher’s understanding when making decisions about grades. The collection of a variety of evidence allows teachers to give you a clear and accurate picture of your child’s learning. How to support your child’s learning As a parent or guardian, you are your child’s first teacher. So, understanding how your child is doing in school is important. Read this School Assessment Plan, and contact the school or make an appointment to see your child’s teacher or principal if you have any questions. School Assessment Plan: Kindergarten to Grade 9 | 2026–2027 1 © 2026 Edmonton Public Schools Published August 2026 Lauderdale SChool Supporting Student Success We all have a role to play in helping your child be successful. You can support your child’s learning by: ● working in partnership with school staff. ● providing a distraction-free place for your child to study at home. ● staying informed and keeping in touch with school staff. This includes reading information from SchoolZone, newsletters and other school materials. ● attending parent-teacher conferences. Teachers will help your child succeed by: ● providing programming that is appropriate for your child. ● providing many opportunities and different ways for students to show what they know. ● giving students who have missed important assessments and activities the chance to complete the work. ● clearly explaining what is expected of students in all courses and how student work will be graded/marked (i.e., course outline) . ● keeping detailed, accurate notes describing your child’s successes and areas for growth. ● communicating with you regularly about your child’s progress and achievement. ● providing opportunities for you to be involved in your child’s learning. Students have a responsibility for their own learning and are expected to: ● come to school on time, every day. ● finish their assignments, projects and tasks to the best of their ability. ● participate in learning activities. ● regularly review what has been taught and ask for help when required. ● use opportunities to revise or retake assignments or tests to demonstrate growth in knowledge, skills and understanding. School Assessment Plan: Kindergarten to Grad

FAQs

What does assessment mean under this plan?

Assessment is the process of determining what students have learned and how well they have learned it, using information gathered from curriculum-based evidence.

How are grades/marks determined for students?

Teachers base grades/marks on learning evidence tied to the Alberta curriculum (and IPPs when applicable). Grades should not be based on behavior, effort, or work habits unless those are outlined in the curriculum for a specific subject.

When will progress reports and conferences be held?

Progress reports are issued electronically via SchoolZone on January 29, 2027 and June 28, 2027. The plan also requires at least two formal parent/family conferences per year, including specific dates for Kindergarten and Term 1/Term 2 events for Grades 1 to 6.

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