Assessment

The District of Columbia administers multiple assessment annually. The assessments include:

• The DC CAS which is administered to general students in grades 3 - 8 and 10;
• The DC CAS-Alt which is administered to students with severe cognitive disabilities; and
• ACCESS for English language learners.

Testing Policies

OSSE is also responsible for developing policies associated with testing.  Information is available on permissible accommodations for testing and test security.

DC CAS Test Chairperson Training

OSSE has led trainings for all DC CAS Test Chairs, both in-person and via webinars.  Use the link below to view the 2012 training power point.

2012 DC CAS Test Chairperson Training Power Point.

Accommodations:  Training Tools and Frequently Asked Questions

• Master Accommodations Training Power Point
• SWD Training Power Point
• ELL Training Power Point
• Accommodations FAQs
• Guidance for the Oral Reading of Test Questions Accommodation

NAEP

Students within the District of Columbia may also be asked to participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). More information about NAEP and the District of Columbia’s past performance on NAEP may be found below:

National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)

NAEP Inclusion Fact Sheet

2011 Report Cards

• Math Report Card
• Reading Report Card
• Science Report Card
• DC Fact Sheets