Dear Students, Parents/Guardians,
I hope this letter finds you and your family well. We are writing to inform you of an important update regarding high school graduation requirements and the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) in light of recent changes in state law.
As you may be aware, Massachusetts has recently enacted a new law that excludes the MCAS exams as a requirement for high school graduation. We want to ensure you are fully informed about these changes and how they will affect your child’s graduation path.
Many people share a misconception that the new law “eliminated the MCAS”. However, federal law still requires students to take the MCAS exam, but a passing result will no longer be a requirement for their high school graduation. Further, high school MCAS results are still used to determine whether or not students qualify for some scholarships and academic distinctions including the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship and the Seal of Biliteracy.
In summary, MCAS remains an important part of your child’s educational program, but will no longer impact whether they receive a high school diploma.
Carefully read the attached PDFs below in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic for the new changes and requirements.
Sincerely,
Superintendent of Schools
@rps_super
P: 781-286-8226
F: 781-286-8221
101 School Street, Revere MA 02151