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Measuring Results: The Milestones Framework

Enter 1st Grade: Ready to Read

  • Students recognize letter names and sounds and parts of words.

End of 3rd Grade: Reading to Learn

  • Students are able to exceed the benchmark on the state reading test.

Target: In 2009, % of students exceeding the benchmark will increase by 5 points (from 42% in 2008-09 to 47% in 2009-10).

Middle Years: Ready for High School

  • Student attendance is 90% or greater.
  • Students meet the benchmark on the state writing test.
  • Students take and pass 8th grade algebra.

Target: In 2009, % of students meeting the 7th grade writing benchmark will increase by 5 points (from 55% in 2008-09 to 60% in 2009-10).

Enter 10th Grade: On Track to Graduate

  • Students complete 9th grade with 6 credits and C grade in core subjects.

Target: In 2009, % of students entering 10th grade with 6 credits and a C grade in core subjects will increase by 5 points (from 44% in 2008-09 to 49% in 2009-10).

12th Grade: Graduating on Time, Ready for Work & College

  • Students graduate on time.

Students meet college-ready benchmark on at least 3 ACT tests.

Portland Public Schools recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of the Portland Public Schools Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation in any educational programs, activities or employment.

District Title VI & Title IX Contact: Carolyn M. Leonard, Compliance (503-916-3183)
District 504 Contact: Tara Vargas, Student Services (503-916-2000, x71016)
American Disabilities Act Contact: Jeff Fish, Human Resources Legal Counsel (503-916-3246)

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Portland, Oregon, 97227-1807 - USA
503-916-2000

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