We know going into it that the WASL is not an appropriate assessment for some students, so to require them to take it is poor professional practice.

But we have the same objections. Having to fail [the WASL] twice we know will discourage some students who otherwise deserve a diploma.

We're pleased we were able to prevent a full-blown, costly, distracting initiative campaign this fall.

This might give teachers some things they might like. But fortunately, our members look beyond their own self-interest and see the damage this would inflict.

We haven't really heard anything that would help us predict how this ultimately will be resolved.

It doesn't work well to mandate that from the state.