The Governing Board was created by Congress in 1988 to set policy for NAEP, also known as The Nation's Report Card: http://nagb.gov
The Board meets quarterly to make decisions on NAEP, including the subjects assessed, the frameworks on which the tests are based, and the questions students take. NAEP includes assessments in mathematics, reading, writing, science, geography, U.S. history, civics, economics, the arts and technological literacy, conducted in grades 4, 8, and 12, although each subject does not necessarily involve a
06/04/2026
For the first time since the 90’s, we’re updating what is assessed on the NAEP Civics Assessment.
We’re seeking individuals with a variety of experiences and perspectives from across the U.S. to serve on the framework development panel.
Link to apply in the comments.
06/01/2026
The Governing Board is looking for panelists to serve on the NAEP Civics Assessment Framework Development Panel, an opportunity to update and shape the content knowledge and skills assessed on future NAEP Civics Assessments.
Link to apply in the comments.
05/22/2026
Last Friday our Board voted to offer state-level results in 12th grade math and reading. Inaugural Governing Board chair, Chester E. Finn Jr., encouraged “business leaders, civil rights groups, and others” to “press their state leaders to sign up ASAP.” https://fordhaminstitute.org/national/commentary/nations-report-card-gets-overdue-upgrade
05/22/2026
What does 32% of 12th graders being “below NAEP Basic” mean?
It means 1 in 3 high school seniors struggle to evaluate the effectiveness of an author's claim, organization, and evidence used.
05/15/2026
We’re excited to announce that the Board has just approved important updates to the assessment schedule through 2036 that include additional opportunities for states to obtain *state-level data* in the following subjects:
- 8th and 12th grade civics
- 12th grade math and reading
- 8th grade science
Read more information about this exciting opportunity for states in the press release:
National Assessment Governing Board Ushers in Updates to Nation's Report Card Schedule News and Events Latest News National Assessment Governing Board Ushers in Updates to Nation's Report Card Schedule Sections: News and Events Latest News Media Room Commentaries Monthly Newsletter Calendar of Events Contact: Stephaan Harris, [email protected], 202-357-7504 National Assessment Go...
05/15/2026
Save the date: Long-Term Trend results on 9- and 13-year-olds in math and reading will be released on June 10.
More details here:
Long-Term Trend Results to Be Released on June 10, 2026 News and Events Latest News Long-Term Trend Results to Be Released on June 10, 2026 Sections: News and Events Latest News Media Room Commentaries Monthly Newsletter Calendar of Events Contact: Stephaan Harris, [email protected], 202-357-7504 Long-Term Trend Results to Be Released on June 10, 20...
An important responsibility of the Board is overseeing development of NAEP frameworks, outlining what knowledge and skills students should be assessed on in each National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) assessment.
We recently hosted a public comment period to see if and how the civics framework needs updating. The Board received 38 comments, all of which called for a revision.
Today, the Board is taking action to update the NAEP civics framework, which begins with an open nominations process to recruit panelists to give expertise and insight.
Thank you to everyone who provided public comment. More details on the panel forthcoming.
05/15/2026
Welcome back to day 2 of our Quarterly Board Meeting.
Click here to register and join: https://www.nagb.gov/about-us/quarterly-board-meetings/2026/2026-may.html
05/14/2026
Since 2002, TUDA has provided urban districts with critical information that allows them to look at progress over time. Today, 20+ districts participate. The Board is expanding eligibility to provide opportunities to more communities and giving the program a new name (same acronym): Trends in Urban District Assessment.