i-Ready has been a part of many students’ experiences, but not everyone believes it is beneficial. After interviewing several students, a common theme emerged: many feel that i-Ready takes away valuable class time and does not significantly improve their learning.

One student, Thatcher Forton, described i-Ready as “pretty much a waste of time” and said he would be happy if the program were removed next year. He acknowledged that some students may need extra support but felt that i-Ready is not the best way to help those students.

Tahj Toles expressed strong dissatisfaction with i-Ready and supported removing it from schools. He agreed with parents who have complained about the program.

“I think they’re justified to complain about it because it’s trash,” Toles said.

Niko Croft shared similar views, arguing that time spent on i-Ready could be used for studying and test preparation.

“There are so many other things to do than i-Ready,” Croft said. He also noted that additional testing can increase student stress.

Although no official decision has been announced, students are aware of discussions about whether i-Ready will continue to be required in the future. Based on these interviews, many students would support its removal and would prefer that schools use the time for classroom instruction and review activities.

The interviews suggest that while students value education and preparation for the future, many question whether i-Ready is the most effective use of their time. As schools continue to evaluate educational programs, student feedback may play an important role in shaping future decisions.