Kindergarten Assessments

At the beginning, middle and end of each school year, teachers measure the literacy skills of all CPP-8th grade students. 

This process, known as “screening,” allows teachers and caregivers to understand their students’ strengths and areas for additional support. Screeners do not impact students’ grades and do not diagnose reading disabilities. Instead, they are used to design and deliver appropriately challenging materials and academic supports for each learner. Screeners are required in grades K-3 under MA regulation 603 CMR 28.03(1)(f).

When Will I Receive My Students’ Screener Results?

• Parents/Guardians will receive mCLASS & i-Ready reports that include their chid's results within 30-days of each screening. 

• Parents/Guardians of students whose scores reveal a need for significant academic support will receive information about how the school will address their child’s needs, and have an opportunity to meet with their child’s teachers.

Screening is just one way educators collect information about each student’s learning needs. We are grateful for your continued support and partnership with the screening process! For questions about the early literacy universal screening your child’s testing results, contact your child's teacher or your school's literacy coach.