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Yellow Medicine East School District - K-12 Testing Calendar 2024-25
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Updated 8/8/24
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MonthAssessmentGradeDatesSubjectPurposeRationale/Source of RequirementLength of Time/HoursDissemination of Results
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September - MayWIDA ScreenerGr K-12Year RoundScreenerQualificationMinnesota Department of Education1Parent notification through US Mail
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SeptemberEarly LiteracyGr KSeptember 16Language ArtsThe purpose of STAR Early Literacy is to assess students' early literacy skills in preparation for reading. SEL identifies student reading levels (e.g. EmergentReader) and provides student performance results.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberEarly LiteracyGr 1September 16Language ArtsThe purpose of STAR Early Literacy is to assess students' early literacy skills in preparation for reading. SEL identifies student reading levels (e.g. EmergentReader) and provides student performance results.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar ReadingGr 2September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar ReadingGr 2September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar ReadingGr 3September 18Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar ReadingGr 4September 18Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar ReadingGr 5September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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Star ReadingGr 6September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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Star ReadingGr 7September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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Star ReadingGr 8September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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Star ReadingGr 9September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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Star ReadingGr 10September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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Star ReadingGr 11September 17Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 1September 23MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 2September 23MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 3September 24MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 4September 24MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 5September 25MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 6September 19MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 7September 19MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 8September 19MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 9September 19MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 10September 19MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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SeptemberStar MathGr 11September 19MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Fall P/T Conferences
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October PSAT/NMSQT Top 20 10 & 11October 25, 2023Reading, Writing & Language, and MathNational Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test 3
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NovemberASVABGr 11November 2, 202310 Area Aptitude TestMilitary aptitude assessment3Junior English class - National Guard presentation
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DecemberPre ACTGr 10December 4 - Decmber 8thMath, Science, English, Reading College and Career Benchmark Assessment3Mailed home over summer
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JanuaryEarly LiteracyGr. KJanuary 13, 2025Language ArtsThe purpose of STAR Early Literacy is to assess students' early literacy skills in preparation for reading. SEL identifies student reading levels (e.g. EmergentReader) and provides student performance results.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryEarly LiteracyGr. 1January 13, 2025Language ArtsThe purpose of STAR Early Literacy is to assess students' early literacy skills in preparation for reading. SEL identifies student reading levels (e.g. EmergentReader) and provides student performance results.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 2January 14, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 3 & 4January 14, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 5January 15, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 6January 28, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 7January 28, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 8January 28, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 9January 28, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 10January 28, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar ReadingGr. 11January 28, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 1January 15, 2025MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 2January 15, 2025MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 3 & 4January 16, 2025MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 5January 16, 2025MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 6January 30, 2024MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 7January 30, 2024MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 8January 30, 2024MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 9January 30, 2024MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 10January 30, 2024MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 11January 30, 2024MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryStar MathGr. 12January 30, 2024MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Spring P/T Conferences
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JanuaryACCESSKJanuary 29, 2024Listening, ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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JanuaryACCESS1January 30, 2024Listening, ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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JanuaryACCESSK & 1January 31, 2024WritingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESSK & 1February 1, 2024Speaking Checks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS2 & 3February 5, 2024ListeningChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS2 & 3February 6, 2024ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS2 & 3February 7, 2024WritingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS2 & 3February 8, 2024SpeakingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS4 & 5February 12, 2024ListeningChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS4 & 5February 13, 2024ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS4 & 5February 14, 2024WritingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS4 & 5February 15, 2024SpeakingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS6February 20, 2024Listening, ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS7 & 8February 21, 2024Listening, ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS6February 22, 2024Writing, SpeakingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS7 & 8February 23, 2024Writing, SpeakingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS9 & 10February 26, 2024Listening, ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS11February 27, 2024Listening, ReadingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS9 & 10February 28, 2024Writing, SpeakingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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FebruaryACCESS11February 29, 2024Writing, SpeakingChecks progress and proficiency in the ELL programMinnesota Department of Education4.5 hours Gr 1-12Mailed home in September of each school year
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April/MayACTGr 11April 9, 2024English, Math, Reading, ScienceCollege and Career Benchmark AssessmentCollege Entrance Exam 3Electronic distribution to students within 8 weeks of completion & senior conference with Success Coach
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April/MayMCA ReadingGr 3-5April 8-19, 2024ReadingState MandatedStudents with Accommodations2.5-3.5Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA ReadingGr 3-5April 15-19, 2024ReadingState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA2.5-3.5Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA ReadingGr 6-8April 15-19, 2024ReadingState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA2.5-3.5Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA ReadingGr 10April 15-19, 2024ReadingState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA2-3Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA MathGr 3-5April 22-May 3, 2024MathState MandatedStudents with Accommodations2.5-3.5Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA MathGr 3-5April 22-26, 2024MathState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA1.5-2Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA MathGr 6-8April 22-26, 2024MathState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA2-2.5Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA MathGr 11April 22-26, 2024MathState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA1.5-2.5Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA ScienceGr 5April 29 - May 3, 2024ScienceState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA1.75Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA ScienceGr 8April 29 - May 3, 2024ScienceState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA1.75Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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April/MayMCA ScienceHigh SchoolApril 29 - May 3, 2024ScienceState MandatedMinnesota Statutes, section 120B.30 and ESSA2Fall Back to School/Conferences/Mailing
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MayEarly LiteracyGr KMay 5, 2025Language ArtsThe purpose of STAR Early Literacy is to assess students' early literacy skills in preparation for reading. SEL identifies student reading levels (e.g. Emergent Reader) and provides student performance results.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 1May 5, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 2May 6, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 3May 12, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 4May 12, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 5Mary 13, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 6May 20, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 7May 20, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 8May 20, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 9May 20, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 10May 20, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR ReadingGr. 11May 20, 2025Language ArtsStar Reading assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR MathGr. 1May 13, 2025MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025
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MaySTAR MathGr. 2May 13, 2025MathStar Math assessments provide interim data so you can set goals, respond quickly to student needs, monitor progress, and maximize growth.Local assessments used for programming0.5Mailed to parents in late May 2025