February 19, 2026

Georgia Milestones Parent Night

What is the Georgia Milestones?

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• An annual assessment designed to provide students with information about their achievement and their readiness for their next level of learning
• Measures learning in reading, math, and science (5^th only)
• Based on the Georgia Standards of Excellence Standards
• Given at the end of the school year (April 27- May 1)
• Helps families and schools understand student progress
• Administered on the school computers

Milestone Overview

What is the Georgia Milestones?

Demonstrates limited understanding of grade-level standards and needs significant support.

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Level 1: Beginning

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Level 2: Developing

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Shows partial understanding of grade-level standards and is progressing toward proficiency.

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Level 3: Proficient

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Demonstrates solid understanding of grade-level standards and is on track for the next grade

Level 4: Distinguished

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Shows advanced understanding of grade-level standards and applies skills at a high level.

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What Do The Levels Mean?

Scale Score: The actual score received

What Other Scores Are There?

Scale Score Range: The amount the score would vary if they took the assessment multiple times.

Grade Conversion Score: EOC Only.

What Other Scores Are There?

Domain Achievement: Relative strength on subcategories

Achievement Comparison: Student, School, System State

What Other Scores Are There?

NPR: Score compared to national sampling

SGP: Student Growth Percentile: Amount your student grew compared to academically similar students

• Shows how well students are learning grade-level standards
• Guides school planning and instructional decisions
• Tracks student growth from year to year
• Helps ensure students are ready for the next grade level
• Supports school accountability across the state (CCRPI/School Ratings)

What is the school level impact?

What about School Ratings?

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Why Ratings Can be Initially Misleading…

School 1

School 2

School 3

% Proficient Reading

49%

% Proficient Math

53%

% Proficient Reading

54%

% Proficient Math

63%

% Proficient Reading

81%

% Proficient Math

86%

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What are we doing to prepare students?

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Daily Instruction

• Lessons aligned to Georgia Standards
• Daily practice and review in reading, math, and science
• Small/Strategy group instruction to support student needs
• DIVE time to support student needs
• Ongoing progress checks to guide instruction
• Teacher collaboration to plan and improve instruction

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i-Ready Diagnostic: What is it

• Computer-based universal screening assessment in reading and math
• Taken in August, November, and March to check student progress
• Adjusts questions based on student responses
• Identifies strengths and areas for growth
• Provides teachers with data to guide instruction and support students

i-Ready Diagnostic: Data

• Identifies student strengths and areas for growth in reading and math
• Helps teachers create targeted small groups and lessons
• Guides intervention and enrichment during the school day
• Tracks student growth over time and adjusts instruction as needed
• Supports grade-level learning aligned to Georgia Milestones standards

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Resources for Parents?

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Parent Resources

https://lor2.gadoe.org/gadoe/file/65da261d-7393-457b-bd7e-b7721b2f15cf/1/GM_Parent_Resources.pdf

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Accessing the Practice

https://www.gaexperienceonline.com/

When is the Georgia Milestones

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District Schedule

How Can Parents Support?

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Support Healthy Habits During Testing

• Prioritize sleep – A good night’s rest helps students focus and feel confident.
• Eat a healthy breakfast – Fueling the brain supports stamina and concentration.
• Arrive on time every day – Consistent attendance reduces stress and builds routine. Avoid scheduling appointments during this week.
• Encourage a positive mindset – Remind your child to do their best and stay calm.
• Keep routines normal – Familiar schedules help students feel secure and prepared.

Questions?