

The Idaho Reading Indicator (IRI), as a result of Idaho Code enacted in 1999, is a benchmark reading test that is administered three times per school year to all Idaho public school students in grades K-3. IRI data is reported online tot he SDE at the end of each testing session. Districts must provide 40 hours of reading intervention for those scoring below grade level on the test. Beginning spring 2004, Idaho Code identified statewide reading goals that each grade level within each school must achieve.

Idaho Reading Indicator (IRI):
Fall Testing Dates: August 24 to September 30, 2009
Fall Reporting Window Closes: October 15th
Winter Testing Dates: January 4 to February 12, 2010
Winter Reporting Window Closes: February 22, 2010
Spring Testing Dates: April 19 to May 21, 2010
Spring Reporting Window Closes: June 4, 2010
The instructional component of this plan is based upon the research supported elements of effective reading instruction. Skills, activities and assessment procedures are included for your convenience.