Cold Spring Elementary School

Our 5th grade students will all participated in MISA testing on March 5th and March 6th. The test will be administered from 1:30-3:15pm on both days. The Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) includes the Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA), which is administered to all students in fifth grade, eighth grade, and high school. The purpose of the assessment is to provide educators, parents, and the public with information on student progress toward scientific literacy.

The MISA aligns with the Maryland Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The NGSS integrates three dimensions necessary to understand science: Science and Engineering Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Disciplinary Core Ideas.

• Maryland Cognitive Complexity Framework for Science

Any questions can be directed to our School Testing Coordinator, Ms. Clark. Thank you!