What is Universal Screening?

In order for schools to determine the academic potential of their students, they must conduct benchmarks of their skills on a regular basis. These are done through tests called universal screening.

What is universal screening? It is a benchmark used to identify students who might be at risk of difficulties in learning and is one component of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports. Universal screening is performed throughout a student's education, typically around three times per year in the fall, the winter, and the spring. It can be performed in any skill category: math, reading, writing, and behavior. However, universal screeners are most common for reading skills.

BIMAS-2 is a tool used to help identify students who are at risk of future academic, behavioral, or emotional difficulties. Just like some students benefit from additional academic support and interventions, we know some students would benefit from additional support to strengthen their behavioral, social, and emotional skills. 

BIMAS-2 FAQs

i-Ready is an online program and diagnostic for reading and/or mathematics that your student’s teacher(s) to determine your students’ needs, personalize their learning, and monitor their progress throughout the school year.

i-Ready FAQs

NWEA provides research-based online adaptive benchmarks called Measures of Academic Progress (MAP).  As a result of NWEA benchmark, educators can make informed decisions to promote students’ academic growth.  

NWEA FAQs