Richard Montgomery High School

In accordance with Maryland State Department of Education mandates, students are required to take the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) assessments to fulfill graduation requirements. During the Spring Testing window, from April 7th to May 23rd, students who have completed the courses but not the assessments will take exams in Algebra 1, English 10 (ELA), Biology, and NSL Government.

Please be aware that we will have modified schedules on April 8, 9 and May 8.  Please reference the table below for information on what is expected of each grade level on these three testing days. If you have questions about your specific child, contact their grade level administrator, or Kevin Jefferson.  

• Tuesday, April 8th → English 10 (Sections 1 & 2) *
• Wednesday, April 9th → English 10 (Sections 3 & 4) *
• Tuesday, April 29th, Thursday, May 1st, Friday, May 2nd → Algebra 1
• Thursday, May 8th → Life Science Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA)
• Thursday, May 8th → National State Local (NSL) Government *

* denotes Modified Bell Schedule (4/8, 4/9, 5/8)

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Students required to test or currently eligible to test will report directly to their assigned testing location by 7:45 AM and remain there for the duration of the test. Makeup testing will occur following the Spring Break and continue through the end of the testing window.

Important Reminders:

• Students and families of those that are required to test during the Spring  testing window, will be contacted individually
• Ensure your child arrives on time on their assigned date.
• Students taking the test should bring headphones (if available) and sharpened pencils.
• Students must bring a charged MCPS Chromebook and charger.
• Headphones will be provided, if needed and no earbuds are allowed

Your student can also access MCAP practice exams at: https://support.mdassessments.com/practice-tests/

For any inquiries or concerns regarding testing, please contact Kevin Jefferson (kevin_jefferson@mcpsmd.org)