Hanover High School Biology MCAS Information 5/24/22

This message contains information about the STE Biology MCAS scheduled for the week of May 30, 2022.

Who?

  • 171 students in grade 9 will be taking the Biology MCAS test.

When?

  • Wednesday, June 8th, and Thursday, June 9th.
  • Students must be in school on both testing days.
  • All tests will be taken on school-issued Chromebooks.

Where?

  • There will be signs posted in the foyer so you know which room to go to for your test.
  • Most of the testing rooms will be on the 3rd floor (rooms 301-317).
  • A few conference rooms in Guidance and in the Main Office will be used as well.

How?

  • All tests will be taken on school-issued Chromebooks.
  • Scratch paper is allowed.

Student Priorities Before the Test

The Day of the Test

  • Please make sure that you are well-rested, have a good breakfast, and report to school on time.
  • Wear comfortable clothes.
  • Arrive at your testing location on time and with a positive and productive mindset.
  • Try hard, go after every point.
  • Bring a book to read in case you finish early.

During the Test

  • Other than the school-issued Chromebook, electronic devices are not allowed.
  • Cell phones and smartwatches must be off and stowed away (not on your person).
  • Listen to the proctor's instructions, read all directions carefully, and ask questions if any directions are unclear.
  • If you get stuck on any one item, skip it, you can bookmark it and return to it later.
  • Read all questions carefully, and try to reread them, before answering.
  • Check your answers for accuracy.

Please try your best!

Matthew Plummer
Curriculum Director