As districts implement the Learning Standards, they are also reflecting on their reporting systems to ensure alignment with the standards. Many are looking at transitioning to a standards-based reporting system. 

Thomas Guskey and Jane Bailey, in their book, Developing Standards-Based Report Cards, walk readers through the steps to make a positive, successful transition to standards-based report cards:

1.Define the purpose of your report card

2. Develop reporting standards

3. Address essential steps in development

4. Establish performance indicators

5. Develop the reporting form

6. Pilot test and revise