Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. What MCAS exams are taken in fourth grade?
2. When are the MCAS exams adminstered?
3. How can I find out more about the MCAS (ie: see sample MCAS tests)?
4. How will I know how my child did on the third grade MCAS?
5. What is Study Island?
6. When will students receive Study Island usernames and passwords?

What MCAS exams are taken in fourth grade?

Fourth graders will take MCAS exams in English/Language Arts and Mathematics.  The English/
Language Arts exam will also include a long composition portion.

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When are the MCAS exams adminstered?

Both MCAS exams are given in the Spring.  Specific details regarding tests dates will be announced 
once school begins.

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How can I find out more about the MCAS (ie: see sample MCAS tests)?

For more information regarding these exams please visit the Massachusetts Department of Education 
website at www.doe.mass.edu

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How will I know how my child did on the third grade MCAS?

MCAS results are mailed to families by the Department of Education in the early fall.

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What is Study Island?

Study Island is an online test-prep program.

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When will students receive Study Island usernames and passwords?

Students will receive usernames once school begins.  We will take a class trip to the computer lab 
and I will have everyone sign on using their assigned username and I will have each student create a 
password for his/her account.

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