LAS VEGAS — Standardized tests are a given in public school, and they’re mandatory for Nevada private schools participating in the state’s budding school-choice program. “If the governments regulate schools too tightly, what we have in effect is robbing parents of genuine school choice with the appearance of school choice,” McTighe said. The programs generally require that private schools register and report on things such as health and safety inspections, financial statements and student attendance. Only one private school has ever been banned permanently. Other private schools, she said, can choose not to participate if they disagree with the state’s assessment process.

Source: National Post November 19, 2017 13:41 UTC