Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test
Miami-Dade Prepping For Dismal FCAT Scores
Just 24 hours after the state of Florida decided to lower standards to allow more students to pass the written part of the FCAT; the Miami-Dade School Board is debating whether the FCAT is setting expectations correctly or is too hard.
Principal, School Employees May Be Fired Over FCAT Tampering
It’s a year of firsts for the Ramz Academy. It’s the school’s first year in operation and it’s the first time they are giving their students the FCATs. Another first – the school’s principal and two employees have been suspended pending termination.
Little Havana Charter School Principal Accused Of FCAT Tampering
A Little Havana charter school principal is under investigation after school officials say he tampered with Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test booklets.
South Florida Schools Prep For The FCAT 2.0
South Florida students will soon begin taking the test they have been prepping for all year.
Educ. Board Approves New School Grading Criteria
After hearing from concerned parents, educators and school officials, including Miami-Dade Superintendent Alberto Carvalho, the state’s Board of Education passed a revised proposal which changes the way schools are graded.
Grade Change Proposal Would Make More ‘F’ Schools
A proposal which would change the way schools are graded and increase the number of ‘F’ schools in the state dramatically if implemented will be considered Tuesday by the Board of Education.
State Votes To Increase FCAT Scores
It’s going to be a little bit tougher starting next year to pass the Florida Comprehensive Test after the state Board of Education approved a new set of passing scores for the test.
Education Commissioner Wants FCAT Bar Raised
The state is considering raising the bar for students who have to take the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test.
Proposed FCAT Changes Make It Tougher To Pass
Under a proposed new scoring system, the percentage of students who fail the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) could potentially skyrocket.
I-Team: Lawmakers React To Charter School FCAT Failures
Of Florida’s 2,280 public elementary and middle schools, only 17 scored an “F” on the FCAT. Of the state’s 270 Charter elementary and middle schools, 15 flunked.
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