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AISD Holding Community Meetings to Discuss Standardized Testing

By: Homa Bash
Updated: November 11, 2012
The Abilene Independent School District is asking the state to take a closer look at standardized testing for students -- and they want the community's input.

AISD is holding two informational meetings this week to discuss how the current standardized testing practices are affecting students.

The community meetings will be held Monday and Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. in the Jefferson Room at One AISD Center at 241 Pine St in Abilene.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

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