State Tests: Opting Out
Under Oregon law, a parent or student age 18+ may opt out of Oregon’s annual statewide math and language arts assessments by filling out an annual opt-out form, which starting this year can be submitted online. Exemptions from the English language proficiency (for students whose primary language is not English) or science tests may also be requested based on a student’s disability or religious beliefs.
Opting Out of English Language Arts and/or Math State Assessments
Online Form: Click a link below to fill out and submit an online form in the preferred language to request that your child opt out English language arts and/or math state assessments during spring of 2025. Please read the form carefully. You will have the option to receive a copy of this form via email when you submit it. Once your form has been submitted, your child will not be able to access the state assessments without written request to revoke the opt-out request.
Paper Form: Click a link below to download, print and sign the opt-out form in the preferred language. IMPORTANT: If you do not submit an online form, you must return the completed paper forms to your school office.
Requesting an Exemption from English Language Proficiency and/or Science Assessments
Parents, guardians and adult students may request an exemption from taking the English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA) or science state assessment. State rules allow parents, guardians or emancipated minors to request an exemption from testing based on a student’s disability or religion. Unlike the opt-out process for math and English language arts, requests for exemptions for these tests must satisfy the following conditions:
- Be submitted in writing to the district (there is no standardized form)
- Include reasons for request (disability or religion)
- Propose an alternative learning activity for the student
- Subject to district review and determination whether to approve
To request an exemption for the English Language Proficiency Assessment and/or science state assessment complete and submit this online form:
Remote State Testing in Oregon
If you choose to complete your state testing remotely, you’ll need to fill out the official statewide form to get started. This form is required by the Oregon Department of Education to ensure that testing is done securely and in compliance with state guidelines.
Please select and complete the appropriate form from the options provided below. Once submitted, we will follow up with next steps to help you prepare for remote testing.
If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out.
This document provides a set of frequently-asked-questions to help educators remotely administering assessments and surveys know what to expect.
- Remote Testing User Guide (Updated 12/29/21)
The Remote Testing User Guide is designed to support Test Administrators who have completed the Remote Test Administrator Certification Course and are planning on administering assessments or surveys included in the Oregon Statewide Assessment System. - Secure Transmission of Student Data Guideline
This document provides an overview of methods that have sufficient security to transmit both an SSID and personally identifiable information (such as name or date of birth).
Parent/Guardian Communication and Training Resources
- Students and Families Training Module: Remote Testing
PowerPoint, PowerPoint with Audio, Video, Video Transcript - Infographic: Remote Testing for Parents and Families
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document serves as a communication tool for families and provides an overview of remote testing for the Oregon Statewide Assessment System. - Parent and Families Remote Testing FAQ
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides a set of frequently-asked-questions to help families know what to expect for participation in a remote testing platform. - Infographic: Checking Internet Speed for Remote Testing
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document serves as a communication tool for families and provides a step by step process for checking their internet speed for participation in a remote testing session. - Remote Testing Checklist for Parents and Families
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides an overview of what parents and families can and cannot do before or during the remote test administration. It also provides information of what to expect from a remote testing experience. - Quick Guide: Troubleshooting Technology Issues for Students Testing at Home
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides assistance to families participating in remote testing and suggests troubleshooting actions with potential technology issues.
SEED Participation Form
Oregon law (House Bill 2656) permits parents or guardians to decline, either verbally or in writing, to have their student participate in the SEED Survey. The school shall provide any student who is excused from participating in the SEED Survey with supervised study time (or another learning activity) while other students are completing the survey. If you do not want your student to participate in the SEED Survey, please complete the attached forms.
- 2024-25 Annual Notice for Statewide Tests
- 2024-25 30-day Notice and Opt-out Form
- 2024-25 30-day Notice and Opt-out Form (Fillable PDF)
- 2024-25 Annual Notice and Declining Participation Form for the SEED Survey
District Resources
- Parent/Guardian Remote Test Administration Agreement Permission Form
- Parent/Guardian Remote Test Administration Agreement Permission Form (Fillable)
- District, School, and Test Administrator Remote Testing FAQ
This document provides a set of frequently-asked-questions to help educators remotely administering assessments and surveys know what to expect.
- Remote Testing User Guide (Updated 12/29/21)
The Remote Testing User Guide is designed to support Test Administrators who have completed the Remote Test Administrator Certification Course and are planning on administering assessments or surveys included in the Oregon Statewide Assessment System. - Secure Transmission of Student Data Guideline
This document provides an overview of methods that have sufficient security to transmit both an SSID and personally identifiable information (such as name or date of birth).
Parent/Guardian Communication and Training Resources
- Students and Families Training Module: Remote Testing
PowerPoint, PowerPoint with Audio, Video, Video Transcript - Infographic: Remote Testing for Parents and Families
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document serves as a communication tool for families and provides an overview of remote testing for the Oregon Statewide Assessment System. - Parent and Families Remote Testing FAQ
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides a set of frequently-asked-questions to help families know what to expect for participation in a remote testing platform. - Infographic: Checking Internet Speed for Remote Testing
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document serves as a communication tool for families and provides a step by step process for checking their internet speed for participation in a remote testing session. - Remote Testing Checklist for Parents and Families
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides an overview of what parents and families can and cannot do before or during the remote test administration. It also provides information of what to expect from a remote testing experience. - Quick Guide: Troubleshooting Technology Issues for Students Testing at Home
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides assistance to families participating in remote testing and suggests troubleshooting actions with potential technology issues.