CIM/CAM

CIM and CAM testing has been in the news lately and there has been some discussion of eliminating the tests here in Oregon. I support the position of State Superintendent Susan Castillo, that the tests are required in order to comply with the Federal "No Child Left Behind" law.

CIM/CAM currently fulfills the type of State Standards required by Federal law, thus leading to significant savings over the costs that would be required to re-write a purportedly cheaper "off-the-shelf" test. I support Superintendent Castillo's efforts to cut costs while complying with Federal law and ensuring the most effective education possible for the children.