The Department of Research, Accountability and Testing is responsible for providing the district and community with accurate and timely information that supports district planning, policy formation, decision making, and effectiveness efforts. Utilization of this information is also critical as district and campus leaders conduct needs assessments during the campus and district planning cycle. The goal of the Department of Research, Accountability, and Testing is to provide stakeholders with information essential to making informed decisions about program effectiveness, curriculum development, instructional modifications, local and state assessment and individualized interventions necessary to facilitate student achievement.