Yes, I am referring to Accelerated Reader. I have no problem with the school using the STAR test for reading group placement and as an indicator of high reading achievement. I just don't think it should be used in the same way that achievement test scores are used for GT placement. I think the WIAT, PIAT, SAT, etc. are much more reliable. The STAR is an assessment test adn not an achievement test. For instance, my DD just took the STAR test again Tuesday and improved half a grade level over two months. Yes, she reads a lot, but this seems like a big improvement in a short time. Or maybe I'm wrong about this.
I agree with you about the grade level assignments of some AR books. It does seem like some books have the wrong level. I don't understand how they assign the levels.
