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SR 14

REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION REVIEW AND PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING THE KINDERGARTEN READINESS DATA COLLECTION PROCESS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Laura Sturgeon

Delaware requests Department of Education review kindergarten readiness data collection and recommend improvements to assessment processes.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES
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Bill Summary · SR 14

Legislative bill overview

SR 14 is a non-binding resolution requesting that Delaware's Department of Education examine and evaluate the current kindergarten readiness data collection process. The bill asks the department to review existing methods and procedures, then provide recommendations for potential improvements to how readiness data is gathered.

Why is this important

Kindergarten readiness assessment data directly influences school readiness policies, resource allocation, and early intervention programs. Reviewing and improving data collection processes ensures that educational decisions affecting young children are based on accurate, reliable, and equitable information rather than potentially flawed or inconsistent measurement methods.

Potential points of contention

  • Data collection standardization: Questions about whether current methods are inconsistent across districts, and whether new recommendations would increase administrative burden on schools
  • Definition of "readiness": Disagreement over what metrics should define kindergarten readiness and potential concerns that some assessment methods may not fairly measure all children's capabilities
  • Resource implications: Uncertainty about whether implementing departmental recommendations would require additional funding for new assessment tools or staff training

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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