Legislature poised to reform dreaded FCAT

Source: Sun-Sentinel

In hopes of damping " FCAT frenzy," the Legislature is expected this spring to approve a major revamp of Florida's public school testing program.

Rallies and motivational speakers meant to boost scores would be banned during class time. Schools could not buy new textbooks that mention the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test.

Under House and Senate bills, the writing exam would be given March 1, and testing on other subjects delayed until April 15 at the earliest.