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Students with Disabilities
During the current school year, TCAP-Alternate will include Instructionally Embedded Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) in English language arts and math, as well as the TCAP-Alternate assessment in science (social studies is paused). TCAP-Alternate is an assessment based on alternate achievement standards. This assessment is appropriate for students with a significant cognitive disability as determined by the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team. DLM testlets are designed to be administered online by the test administrator. The TCAP-Alternate science and social studies is designed to be administrated via paper by the test administrator.
Required
Yes
Applicable Federal/State Law
Purpose & Use
Administration Window
- The TCAP Alternative Science and Social Studies assessments for Grades 3-8 and EOC will be administered March 10 - April 25, 2025 (paper).
- Fall: The TCAP-ALT ELA and Math assessments for Grades 3-8 and EOC will be administered from September 9 - December 20, 2024.
- Spring: The TCAP-ALT ELA and Math assessments for Grades 3-8 and EOC will be administered February 3 - May 16, 2025.
Length of Assessment
Results to Parents & Students
Districts receive individual performance reports which detail student performance in early summer. Districts can choose how and when to share these reports with parents.