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Assessment of English Learners
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English Language Assessment -
Students in 1st through 12th grades will be assessed annually in the January, using the ACCESS for reading and writing, speaking and listening. Only assessors trained in ACCESS may administer the test.
MCAS - LEP students participate in MCAS with the other students in their grade. LEP students who are in their first year in the USA are not required to take ELA MCAS, but, since the student’s scores are not included in the sub-group, it is recommended that they take the test to at least become familiar with the format. Students should understand that this is merely a practice, and therefore, should not become anxious. LEP students are required to participate in all other MCAS assessments. For more information, go tolep.doc DESE Website.
MCAS Accommodations - LEP students receive accommodations consistent with Massachusetts DOE guidelines. Approved two-way bilingual dictionaries (English-Native Language) are available to the student to use during MCAS. MCAS is untimed. Teacher may clarify directions, but not test items.
Elementary Reading Assessment - LEP students at the elementary level will be assessed in reading using the DRA, administered by the reading specialist.
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