Special Education Leaders Meeting on November 17, 2023, focused on promoting inclusive and antiracist education, providing updates on referrals for students with ASD and IEP changes. DESE's Educational Vision emphasized equitable opportunities, culturally sustaining practices, and individualized sup

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The DESE Special Education Leaders Meeting on June 23, 2023, focused on promoting antiracist, inclusive, and culturally sustaining practices in education. The agenda included updates on MCAS Alternate Assessment, new literacy screening guidance, and discussions on DESE's Educational Vision. Addition

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Explore the details of the MCAS Grade 8 Civics Informational Session conducted by the Office of Student Assessment Services. Learn about the test design, performance tasks, state initiatives, and the timeline for the 2024 Civics Field Test. Discover valuable resources and logistical information for

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Learn about the expectations for MCAS ELA narrative essays, including guidelines for idea development and conventions. Find out how to score well by responding in the correct writing mode and avoiding common mistakes. Explore examples of lower-score responses and how to improve them. Download sample

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These slides provide guidance for principals to conduct training sessions for test administrators and staff involved in MCAS administration. The information covers topics such as local procedures, test security, accessibility, and test administration dates. It outlines the goals of the training, doc

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This informational session covers the upcoming MCAS Civics Field Test for Spring 2024, including test design, logistics, and agenda. Presenters share insights on the purpose of the field test, assessment content, and evaluation criteria. The session also details the timeline, test administration inf

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Ensure appropriate student designation for MCAS-Alt, complete quality alternate assessments, access virtual training sessions for ELA, Science, and more, mark important dates for ordering materials, and explore new criteria for eligibility in the revised Educator's Manual for 2024.

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Overview of the MCAS test development and scoring process for High School Biology, focusing on constructed-response items. Students are required to write responses to multi-part questions, which are scored holistically with partial credit. The scoring guidelines emphasize the importance of explainin

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The Grade 8 Civics Field Test Administration session conducted by The Office of Student Assessment Services covers various aspects related to the administration of the test, including presenters, logistics, slides, and resources. The agenda includes an overview of the civics field test, SR/PNP detai

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These slides serve as a template for principals to prepare school training for MCAS administration. They cover key topics such as test security, accessibility, procedures, and updates for 2024. Principals can customize the slides to align with school-specific procedures and convey essential informat

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Hereditary Connective Tissue Disorder, Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) are three complex conditions with overlapping symptoms affecting collagen, joint laxity, and immune responses. Features associated with these conditions include joint pains, gas

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Indicator 3 focuses on the assessment of children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in Massachusetts. It includes participation rates, proficiency rates against regular and alternate academic achievement standards, and gap analysis. The data is sourced from the Massachusetts Next Generat

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Enhance your Excel skills with these 15 valuable shortcuts and tips presented by Greg Creech, an expert with MCAS-I and CompTIA CTT+. Learn time-saving tricks like selecting data efficiently, navigating through worksheets, using AutoCalculate, and customizing the Quick Access Toolbar to streamline y

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A five-year evaluation of the PLTW program in Massachusetts reveals significant growth in student representation, positive impacts on MCAS scores, and increased student engagement. The study highlights areas for improvement such as recruitment, support for teachers, and enhancing student feedback. O

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This study from Brown University explores how high school MCAS scores in Massachusetts predict long-term success and academic skills, impacting students' college and career readiness. Findings indicate students near passing cutoffs struggle, but additional attempts can improve outcomes. MCAS scores

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Massachusetts Early College Program, launched in 2018, shows promising outcomes based on data analysis for the 2019 cohort. The program focuses on students of color and aims to bridge high school and college experiences. Data sources include SIMS, SCS, MCAS, NSC, and FAFSA. Methodology involves prop

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This document provides detailed information on the schedule for ELA and Math testing sessions, student responsibilities, and important guidelines for MCAS testing at Sharon High School. It covers topics such as testing space arrangements, student belongings, tardiness, electronic devices, finishing

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Training session guidelines for test administrators at Swampscott High School cover sign-in procedures, seating arrangements, and responsibilities during MCAS testing. The responsibilities include following TAM directions, monitoring for cheating, and maintaining test security. Strict consequences f

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The Next-Generation MCAS is an updated version of the previous assessment, focusing on critical thinking, application of knowledge, and preparing students for the next academic level or career. It is designed to be administered on computers and aims to eventually replace all older MCAS tests. The tr

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Designing a robust accountability system for education involves incorporating both relative (school percentile) and criterion-referenced (targets) components. This system aims to determine accountability through subgroup data analysis, categorize schools based on performance, and include key indicat

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Next-Generation MCAS began with a 2015 Board vote to enhance existing MCAS, focusing on critical thinking and knowledge application. Participation rates in 2017 were high across grades, with a shift towards computer-based testing. Equating of test forms ensured fairness, and a tentative reporting ca

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Key takeaways from the 2023 state MCAS data show a trend of halted achievement slide from 2019 with signs of recovery in ELA and Math, while Science results remain stable. Grade-specific results highlight the need for cautiousness, especially in Grade 3, and indicate varying district achievements. T

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Explore the essential pre-administration tasks for the MCAS Grades 3-8 computer-based testing, including TestNav installation, ProctorCache setup, troubleshooting, and resources. Learn about the key components like PearsonAccess Next and TestNav for a seamless testing experience. Get insights from e

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The evolution of MCAS began with the McDuffy v. Secretary of Education decision in June 1993, setting constitutional standards for education reform efforts in Massachusetts. The case highlighted the state's failure to meet its obligation to support public schools. Subsequently, the Massachusetts Edu

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The accountability report for Amesbury highlights important insights regarding the district's performance, challenges, and areas of growth. Key points include the diverse criteria used to determine accountability levels beyond MCAS scores, the trajectory of growth overall, and the challenges in meet

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Detailed information provided in the presentation covers the transition to Next-Generation MCAS tests starting in 2015, participation rates in MCAS 2018, computer-based testing implementation, and the tentative 2018 MCAS reporting calendar. Additionally, plans for transitioning to new high school te

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