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MCAS Tests Still Planned For Spring, Education Commissioner Says

Massachusetts students can expect to take the MCAS tests next spring, state education commissioner Jeff Riley said Tuesday.

MALDEN, MA — Massachusetts students can expect to take the MCAS tests next spring, state education commissioner Jeff Riley said Tuesday.

Riley made the announcement at the Board of Education’s monthly meeting in Malden.

“The federal government has signaled that they will likely not be allowing a waiver for any testing. We have told superintendents very clearly that we do anticipate administering the MCAS tests this spring,” he said.

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