ISD 002 uses two different assessment tools to measure student growth including the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA) and STAR.
MCA: Reading, Math and Science The testing window will open March 6, 2023. Hill City will schedule test dates in March or April. More information will be available when specific dates are scheduled. Source: State of MN Estimated times are: Reading 2.5-3.5 hours Math 1.5 – 2 hours Science 1.75 hours Schedule: Students may work for all or part of their scheduled time depending on how much time is individually needed to complete the section. Make Up tests will be scheduled as needed.
STAR: Reading and Math Purpose: to give teachers an accurate, reliable and valid data quickly so they can mad decisions about instruction and interventions. Source: Renaissance Learning Estimated Times: 20-30 Minutes per assessment
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