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For Grade 8 MCAS Grade 8 Civics Informational Sessions
September 5, 2023
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News from DESE Student Assessment Services Two changes to the assessment program in 2023-2024
August 28, 2023, Special Edition
For All Schools Applications for the 2024–2026 MCAS Assessment Development Committees and the MCAS Bias and Sensitivity Committee Are Now Being Accepted
August 10, 2023, Special Edition
For All Schools 2023 Assessment and Accountability Reporting Schedule Now Available
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For All Schools MCAS Machine-Scored Early Release Results Now Available in PAN
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