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Plan for testing dates and test administration deadlines.
Grades 3–8 principals: Prepare for computer-based testing for the next-generation MCAS tests.
Familiarize yourself with the new MCAS accessibility features for all students and with new policies on accommodations for students with disabilities and ELLs. Also prepare for some students with disabilities taking the MCAS-Alt and for ELL students, all of whom will be taking ACCESS for ELLs.
Become familiar with changes to the test design for the grades 3–8 ELA and Mathematics tests and the transition plan for the Science and Technology/Engineering (STE) tests, and share information with your staff.
High school principals: Plan for students to meet Competency Determination requirements and plan for students to participate in tests for scholarship purposes.
Make other preparations for successful test administrations.
Participate in Department training sessions and view training modules to learn more.Below is the current training plan. More information will be provided as available.
Submit data, and review reports for educational planning purposes.
Communicate your school's testing plans to the school community.
Become familiar with available resources and support.
We hope this information will prepare principals and test coordinators for upcoming activities. Thank you for all you do on behalf of the Commonwealth's students. We look forward to a successful school year together!