Testing & Assessment
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Columbia Heights Public Schools administers the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) each spring to students in grades 3-8, 10 and 11. Students in grades 3-8 take the reading and math test. Students in grade 10 take the reading test and students in grade 11 take the math test.
Science is given to students in grade 5, grade 8 and the year students take their high school Life Science class. Special Education students may qualify to take the MCA-modified (MTAS) tests depending on their Individualized Education Plan.
October 14, 2020 SAT Testing
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We are committed to the health and safety of all students and staff. On October 14, 2020, 12th grade students registered to take the SAT test will be onsite at the High School. For the detailed safety plan, please see the COVID-19 Preparedness Plan Health and Safety Guidelines for Columbia Heights Public Schools Assessment Administrations
Fall 2020 Screening for K-8 Students
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What tests are being given?
Posted by:Kindergarten & Grade 1: Literacy
Grades 208: Literacy and Math
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Why is my student being tested?
Posted by:To help teachers in planning for instruction. The tests are not part of your student’s report card.
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Can I help my student with his or her responses?
Posted by:No. The answers must be the student’s own so that we can best support in his or her learning.
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When will I get the results?
Posted by:At fall conferences, your student’s homeroom teacher (grades K-5), or math/English teacher (6-8) can share the information.
