Why do I need to know about Assessments? A test is a Test and Assessment is Assessment, right? What is the Purpose and Design of various assessments? As a School Board Member, Superintendent, Principal, Teacher, Student, how can I use this information as I serve in my district and community? Participants will make the connection between using the best assessment type/data for the specific purpose(s), especially why longitudinal growth data is so important when wanting to know “how are we doing?” Participants will be provided with specific steps and resources to take action.