Texas HB3797 amends the Education Code to redefine assessment instruments for public school students and establish criteria for academic distinction.

Texas HB3797 modifies the terminology and criteria for certain assessment instruments administered to public school students. It specifies that the PSAT or PreACT [ACT-Plan] can satisfy end-of-course assessment requirements. Students who do not perform satisfactorily on these tests can retake them or take other assessments like the SAT, ACT, or advanced placement tests. The bill also outlines criteria for academic distinction designations for districts and campuses, focusing on student performance on various assessments and other educational achievements.

Texas HB3797 amends the Education Code to redefine assessment instruments for public school students and establish criteria for academic distinction.

Texas HB3797 modifies the terminology and criteria for certain assessment instruments administered to public school students. It specifies that the PSAT or PreACT [ACT-Plan] can satisfy end-of-course assessment requirements. Students who do not perform satisfactorily on these tests can retake them or take other assessments like the SAT, ACT, or advanced placement tests. The bill also outlines criteria for academic distinction designations for districts and campuses, focusing on student performance on various assessments and other educational achievements.