Welcome, Pasco Families!

This page is your one-stop resource for understanding and supporting your child through Florida’s statewide assessments. Whether your child is in kindergarten or preparing for graduation, we’ve gathered everything you need to know.  

District Testing Calendars

Testing calendars are posted below.  It is important that students are present on these days so we can collect the information needed to make informed instructional decsions. Please avoid scheduling appointments or vacations during these times.  Your child's school will provide additional details, including specific testing dates for your child.  For quick access, use the links to the calendars provided below.

• District Testing Calendars

Understanding Computer-Adaptive Testing

Florida uses computer adaptive tests (CATs) to tailor assessments to each student’s ability level. In these tests, the difficulty of questions changes based on how a student responds. Correct answers lead to slightly harder questions, while incorrect answers lead to easier ones. For more information regarding CAT including Frequently Asked Question documents and videos, click on the link below.

• Computer-Adaptive Testing FAQs and Videos

Resources to Prepare for Testing

Throughout the school year, students take assessments that measure progress and understanding of key concepts. These tests help teachers in tailor instruction to meet individual needs. For information regarding testing tips, Florida Department of Education Fact Sheets, Test Design Summaries and Blueprints, and sample items and released tests that your child can take to familiarize themselves with item types and the testing platform, click on the link below.

• Resources to Prepare for Testing

Accessing Your Child's Test Results

You can access your child’s test scores through either the Pasco Parent Portal or the Florida Department of Education Family Portal. Directions on how to access your's child's test results are posted below.  If you have any difficulty accessing your child's test results, contact your child's school.

• Accessing Your Child's Test Results

Interpreting Your Child's Test Results

Guides for interpreting your child's test results can be accessed within the Florida Department of Education Family Portal and on the state website.These guide will take you step-by-step through your child's test results.

• Interpreting Your Child's Test Results

Graduation Requirements for Florida's Statewide Assessments

Florida students must meet certain academic requirements to earn a standard high school diploma from a public school, including passing required courses, earning a minimum number of credits, earning a minimum grade point average, and passing certain required statewide assessments.  Information regarding the required statewide assesments can be found below. If you have questions, please contact your child's School Counselor.

• Graduation Requirements for Florida's Statewide Assessments

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