2013 TAKS March Exit Level Retest

(Dec. 18, 2012) – Students who have not received a high school diploma because they did not meet the passing standard on sections of the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) Exit Level test will have the opportunity to retake the necessary subject area tests in March, 2013. The TEAMS and TAAS tests are no longer being offered; however, individuals eligible to take TEAMS or TAAS will take TAKS Exit Level English language arts and/or mathematics.

Students currently enrolled in school who need to retest are automatically registered; however, those who are out of school must register online by accessing the Texas Assessment website. The registration process will be online only and must be completed by 5 p.m. on Jan. 18, 2013. Online registrations received after this date will not be processed. Examinees can continue to register at a participating campus on the day of testing, if the campus can accommodate them. All examinees should arrive at the test site no later than 7 a.m. for a 7:30 a.m. start time, and present picture identification such as a driver’s license, DPS ID, military ID, school ID, or resident alien card.

The 2013 March TAKS tests will be administered on the following dates:

· March 4               ELA

· March 4               ELA Writing (TAAS - eligible examinees for writing)

· March 5               Mathematics

· March 6               Science

· March 6               ELA Reading (TAAS - eligible examinees for reading)

· March 7               Social Studies

 Katy ISD is offering the March Exit retesting at Arthur Miller Career & Technology Center (MCTC) located at 1734 Katyland Drive. For additional information, contact the Katy ISD Office of Research, Assessment and Accountability at (281) 396-2343.

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