Students in the New London Community School District will soon begin statewide assessments.
District officials say ISASP (which stands for Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress) testing is set to begin the week of April 6 for students in grades 3 through 11, including Clark Elementary, New London Middle School, and New London High School.
The assessments are designed to measure student growth and academic progress over the school year. School leaders say the goal is not only to evaluate learning, but to ensure students feel calm, confident, and supported throughout the testing process.
Families are encouraged to help students prepare by making sure they get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive to school on time. Keeping routines consistent and stress levels low can also make a big difference.
District staff say the most important message for students is simple, take your time and show what you know.