Gov. Rick Scott and Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart tag-teamed to crack down on what they see as too much testing in Florida’s school system on Tuesday, with Scott promising to issue an executive order to lessen testing for some of the state’s students.
Scott said Wednesday he would issue an executive order to suspend the 11th grade Florida Standards Assessment for English language — but the suspension would only be temporary until legislation is enacted to make the assessment optional.
“It’s important to measure students’ progress and achievements, but we must not lose sight of our goal to provide every student with the very best education,” said Scott. “As I have traveled the state, I have heard from parents and teachers that there are too many tests and I agree.”
According to a release from the governor’s office, the executive order will be made into law during this year’s legislative session.
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