MCA Testing Season is Coming Up
MCA Testing Season is Coming Up
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Each year, students in grades 3 through 12 take the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs). Assessments begin in April and go through the beginning of May.
What are the MCAs?
The MCAs are statewide assessments in three subjects: Reading, Math and Science. You can learn more about the MCAs by reviewing the attached PDF from the Minnesota Department of Education and you can view details regarding your school’s assessments on the District’s Testing and Assessment web page.
| Test Subject | Grades Administered |
|---|---|
| Reading | 3-8, 10 |
| Math | 3-8, 11 |
| Science | 5, 8, High school students taking Biology/Life Science |
How are the test results used?
Our mission is to collect meaningful information on student learning, communicate this in a user-friendly way and utilize the data to make strong instructional decisions that will best serve students. Results of the tests do not impact student grades and are used to inform instructional and curricular decisions at the school and at the district. The information that is obtained from these assessments helps teachers understand how students are doing in reading, mathematics and writing. Our District also uses the student achievement from the MCAs to provide instructional programming and to determine procedures or placement for students based on their demonstrated academic skills.
What can I do to help?
To help prepare your child for the MCAs, encourage them to:
- Get a good night’s sleep and eat a full breakfast the day of the tests.
- Try their best on each question and try not to rush.
- Be respectful of other students who take longer to finish.
- Use paper and pencil to show their work for math questions.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s learning!
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Handcrafted greeting cards and gift tags are here! Support real-life learning and job readiness for students in our Compass program by ordering handmade greeting cards and gift tags.
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On behalf of the entire Richfield Public School District community, we want to thank you for your support, partnership and (most recently) your investment in our students.
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Learn more about opportunities for students to thrive in the performing arts at Richfield Middle School and join us at an upcoming student performance!
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Today, elementary students across the district discovered soft pretzels with cheese on the lunch menu thanks to the initiative of Mr. Boie’s 5th-grade class at Sheridan Hills Elementary.
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Richfield High School was named to the 2023 AP School Honor Roll, which recognizes schools with AP programs that are delivering results and broadening access for students.
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We have two questions on the ballot in November. Question #1 renews the existing technology levy and Question #2 replaces our current operating levy. Learn more about how they support student learning and where you can vote.
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In our ongoing efforts to improve traffic safety during arrival and dismissal, we are working with the City of Richfield to install a “demonstration project” along 73rd Street near Centennial Elementary School. If you drive to pick up or drop-off your child, please use extra caution during this time.
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We are proud to announce that Richfield High School has been awarded a place on the "Best Public High Schools 2023-24" list by U.S. News and World Report! We ranked 62 out of 927 Minnesota high schools, placing us well within the top 10% in the state.
