Creating a Purposeful Assessment System
February 06, 2026

A Chapter Excerpt from the Purposeful Assessment Playbook
Design framework for creating and scaling a purposeful assessment system.
A Purposeful Assessment System is designed to capture the full range of student learning and growth while ensuring that assessments are not only focused on academic achievement but also on developing key life skills.
Each assessment type is strategically selected and integrated into a system that is manageable to implement, engaging for students, places them at the center, and is both meaningful and purposeful.
Companion Guide
This companion guide helps district leadership teams use the excerpted Chapter 2 of the Purposeful Assessment Playbook. It is designed as a facilitation tool for those leading purposeful assessment discussions at the district level. The intended audience includes district leaders, CAOs, and facilitators responsible for planning and facilitating District Leadership Team (DLT) meetings.
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