Which statement describes an eligibility requirement for the STAAR Alternate 2 assessment?

Which statement describes an eligibility requirement for the STAAR Alternate 2 assessment?

• A. The student has a significant cognitive disability as determined by the results of an evaluation performed by a qualified evaluation team
• B. The student can participate without an evaluation
• C. The student must have an IEP with accommodations
• D. The student must complete the STAAR Alternate 2 with at least 50% score

Answer: (A)

Eligibility for STAAR Alternate 2 rests on having a significant cognitive disability as determined by an evaluation performed by a qualified evaluation team. This formal determination ensures the student’s needs align with an alternate assessment designed for individuals who cannot participate in the standard STAAR even with accommodations. While many students with IEPs receive special education services, the key requirement is the documented significant cognitive disability from a qualified team. Scoring thresholds or the presence of accommodations do not establish eligibility.

Eligibility for STAAR Alternate 2 rests on having a significant cognitive disability as determined by an evaluation performed by a qualified evaluation team. This formal determination ensures the student’s needs align with an alternate assessment designed for individuals who cannot participate in the standard STAAR even with accommodations. While many students with IEPs receive special education services, the key requirement is the documented significant cognitive disability from a qualified team. Scoring thresholds or the presence of accommodations do not establish eligibility.