San Diego Quick Assessment
Use the San Diego Quick Assessment tool, found here to assess your students' reading level quickly and accurately.
DOWNLOAD THE SAN DIEGO QUICK ASSESSMENT TOOL HERE
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The San Diego Quick Assessment
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