Though testing opponents have made some gains in the court of public opinion, they continue to strike out in the real courts. This week, the Massachusetts Supreme Court unanimously rejected a claim by several Bay State students that the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System is unconstitutional. Striking down the MCAS, the court held, "would undermine educator accountability and hinder education reform." Exactly.
"State's highest court rejects MCAS appeal," by Jennifer Peter, Associated Press, January 27, 2004
"State's high court rejects MCAS suit," by Rebecca Piro, Lowell Sun, January 28, 2004