Star Preschool Approved as a Language and Literacy Assessment for Massachusetts Preschool Programs

Massachusetts educators can now use Star Preschool Literacy to inform data-based instructional decision making

BLOOMINGTON, MN (July 31, 2025) - Renaissance, a global leader in pre-K-12 education technology, is pleased to announce that Star Preschool Literacy has been officially approved as a Language and Literacy Assessment by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

This approval adds to Renaissance's extensive portfolio of state-approved assessments and further validates the company's commitment to providing educators with reliable, valid, research-based assessments that meet rigorous state standards.

"We're thrilled that Star Preschool Literacy has received this important recognition from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education," said Laurie Borkon, Vice President of Government Affairs at Renaissance. "This approval enables Massachusetts PreK educators to use our trusted assessment to inform data-based instructional decision making with confidence, ensuring our youngest students get the support they need."

Massachusetts educators interested in learning more about approved Massachusetts Preschool Language and Literacy Assessments can contact the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Literacy Department.

Extensive experience supporting preschool providers

Renaissance has extensive experience working with preschool providers to deliver professional development, provide technical support, and offer customer service. For professional development, we will work with our long-time partners, Alpha Business Solutions, who are registered in Massachusetts as diversity supplier partners.

About Renaissance

As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. We believe that technology can unlock a more effective learning experience, ensure that students get the personalized teaching they need to thrive, and help educators and administrators to truly, fully, See Every Student.