2010 Arkansas Code
Title 6 - Education
Subtitle 2 - Elementary And Secondary Education Generally
Chapter 15 - Educational Standards and Quality Generally
Subchapter 4 - Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment, and Accountability Program
§ 6-15-407 - Basic competency tests generally.

6-15-407. Basic competency tests generally.

(a) The "Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment, and Accountability Program" means a system of measurement and reporting designed to ensure that all students in the public schools of this state demonstrate academic achievement through the application of knowledge and skills in core academic subjects consistent with state curriculum frameworks and performance standards.

(b) Neither the program nor any other assessment or testing procedure used in the public schools shall test or assess students' religious beliefs, political beliefs, ethics, attitudes, or values.

(c) Public school testing or assessment of student self-esteem, mental health, emotional health, or home or family life shall not be permitted.

(d) The nonacademic assessment of student conduct for the purpose of encouraging good behavior and decorum at school shall be permitted.