VESD Benchmarks
To meet state requirements for monitoring student progress on the Common Core State Standards for the California Dashboard, VESD will administer Benchmark Assessments three times a year for grades TK-6.
VESD Benchmark Assessment Guide
Please visit the VESD Benchmark Assessment Guide for:
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Testing Links
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Directions for Administration
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Important Dates
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Incomplete Reports
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Tech Support
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How to Run Data Reports
Benchmark Windows for 2026-2027
Baseline
8/17/26—9/4/26
- Grades 3-6
- Grades TK-2 (optional)
Trimester 1
10/19/26—11/13/26
- Grades TK-6
Trimester 2
2/1/27—2/26/27
- Grades TK-6
Trimester 3
5/4/27—5/28/27
- Grades TK-2