The Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) was implemented in response to the Education Reform Law and also meets the requirements of the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) law.  According to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, "Statewide assessments help parents, students, educators, and policymakers determine where districts, schools, and students are meeting expectations and where they need additional support." 

In addition to ensuring that our curriculum is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, the Walpole Public Schools provides students with strategies for taking the MCAS tests. Together, administrators, parents and teachers can provide our students with the support to ensure their successful performance.

For helpful MCAS information for parents/guardian, please visit the Massachusetts Department of Education MCAS Resources for Parents/Guardians website.