This series of rapid briefs is being developed by the Wisconsin-Minnesota Comprehensive Center - Region 10 (WMCC10). The purpose of these briefs is to provide succinct and timely guidance on best practices for schools and school-based early learning programs regarding the assessment of student learning, with the goal of informing instructional planning and decision-making during the COVID-19 pandemic. This brief synthesizes guidance from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and existing guidance offered by professional educational associations, assessment/test vendors, state departments of education, and educational organizations. This brief is intended for instructional and school/program leaders (including but not limited to principals, curriculum directors, instructional coaches, assessment coordinators, early learning coordinators, and special education administrators).