A breakdown of Salem MCAS scores compared to Danvers, Hamilton-Wenham, Manchester-Essex, and Beverly.
The Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) test results were released to the public this week. We've detailed how Beverly did on the 2012 MCAS test, but if you're wondering how the Witch City did in comparison to our neighbors, here's a look. Thoughts on the results? Let us know in the comments.
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The scores were released yesterday — here are some highlights.
The Spring 2012 MCAS scores are in. With a turnaround effort in effect since Bentley was designated as a Level 4 school last year, the scores this year are of particular interest to Salem Public Schools stakeholders. Here's a breakdown of how Salem did. Stay tuned to Salem Patch for more on this topic. For complete information from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education click here. Looking at Progress The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 mandates that every student be proficient in English language arts and math by 2014. In Massachusetts, this proficiency is measured by the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS). A school must improve in proficiency each year based on adequate yearly progress (…
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9:40 am on Thursday, September 20, 2012
Here is an idea . Have ALL students and parent/s/ect . sign a contract that they will attend a FULL school year .You don't attend, find another babysitter ! We all know the reason for poor city test scores .It's the "D" word .Admit it and deal with it . more ›
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Steve Russell
8:24 am on Monday, September 24, 2012
Many students are getting a great education here in the Salem Schools- regardless of what language they speak or their family background. Rest assured that we remain determined to extend this benefit to all children. I encourage folks to get involved. Attend the Wednesday's "Believe, Achieve, Succeed" meeting at Salem State, 79 auditorium to see for yourselves. more ›