Assessments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ACCESS Test?

The ACCESS and Alternate ACCESS for ELLs are the assessments developed by the WIDA consortium and administered to English learners in order to measure progress toward meeting Minnesota’s standards for English language development, developed by the WIDA consortium.

Who will be tested during the ACCESS Test?

EL (English Learner) Students in Grades KG - 10.

Will the test be available to be taken from home instead of at school?

No, the Access Test cannot be done remotely.

Will Transportation be provided?

Yes, families will be contacted by phone or via mail for their child(ren)’s transportation information.

Can I drop off and pick up my child(ren) instead of them taking the bus?

Yes, it is crucial that students get dropped off and picked up on time. This is to avoid gathering at the front and being on time for students to take their test. Please see the Assessment Calendar for dates and times for each Grade Level.

Who would I contact for transportation questions and/or issues?

Call the main office at 651-917-0073

Will the testing schedule for students be sent home?

No, families will be contacted by phone for their child(ren)’s test schedule information. Please see the Assessment Calendar for the dates each Grade level will be tested.

Will meals be provided for students at school during testing?

Yes, a bagged lunch or dinner will be provided for each student to bring home.

Can I refuse for my child(ren) to take the test?

Yes, you may refuse for your child(ren) to take the test for any reason but must notify CSE before testing starts.

 Please notify the school of your refusal by:

• Filling out the Guide and Refusal for Testing form and submitting it via email to mail@csemn.org or dropping it off at the school Monday - Friday from 8am - 4pm.

• Calling the school directly at 651-917-0073

• Notifying your child’s teacher or EL teacher.

What are the COVID Safety measures during testing?

• Face Shields for students/staff

• Face Masks for student/staff

• Hand sanitizer stands placed throughout the building

• "T"zone bathrooms designated as use only

• Enter/Exit through the East entrance

• PPE cleaning supplies provided for each classroom being used.

• Temperature checks at the EASt entrance for all students

• Remind families that if students have any related Covid-19 symptoms to stay home for the day.

Are masks required to be worn at all times during testing?

Yes, masks must be worn at all times inside the school building.

Will students need to bring their Chromebooks and tablets to school for testing?

No, Chromebooks will be provided at the school during testing.