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Parents and Students -
Start your journey learning about the FCAT by clicking
the arrow image below. After exploring the FCAT
Parent Information website, return to this page, check
out the FAQs at the bottom of the page, and use the
Elementary, Middle School, and High School FCAT links at
the top of this webpage to access valuable grade-specific resources
that can be used to achieve success on the FCAT.
What
is the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT)?
The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT)
is a standard-referenced assessment. The results
provide a snapshot of where students stand, not
in relation to each other, but in relation to
their ability to reach educational standards
outlined in the Sunshine State Standards.
Who takes the FCAT?
All Florida public school
students in Grades 3 through 11 are required to take
the FCAT. Only a few students are exempt.
When is the FCAT given?
In February, students take the
FCAT Writing test. In March, students take the FCAT
Reading, FCAT Mathematics, and FCAT Science tests.
Click here to access the
testing schedule for Duval County Public Schools.
Does
Duval County have any special FCAT Preparation Software?
Students have access to several robust programs to
assist with FCAT preparation. The State of Florida
has a program called FCAT Explorer. All students
in grades 2 and above a loaded in the program.
Duval County purchased Destination Success and Compass
Odyssey. These are curriculum support programs
with FCAT preparation components that can be used at
home. Destination Success if accessible to ALL
Duval County Pre-K - 5th grade students. Compass
Odyssey is accessible for all Grade 6 - 12 students.
Click on this link to get access links and access
information for FCAT Explorer, Destination Success and
Compass Odyssey.
How can I help my child be successful on the
FCAT?
- Make sure your
child attends school regularly. The more
effort your child puts into learning, the
more likely he or she will perform well on
tests.
- Meet with your
child’s teacher to discuss his or her
progress. Ask teachers to suggest ways to
help the child prepare for tests.
- Encourage your
child, especially when he or she does well.
A positive outlook helps children do their
best.
- Provide a quiet,
comfortable place for studying at home.
- Make sure that
your child is well rested on school days,
especially on test days.
- Give your child a
well-rounded diet. This will help ensure a
healthy body and a healthy, active mind.
- Provide books and
magazines for your child. By reading new
materials, your child will learn new words
that might appear on tests.
- Don’t be too
anxious about your child’s test scores. The
best advice you can give your child is to
“just relax and do your best.”
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