January 2026

Dear BVT Families,
The purpose of this letter is to provide the families of all BVT sophomores and freshmen enrolled in honors-level science courses with information about the 2026 English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, and Science MCAS exams scheduled to occur in March, May, and June, respectively.

Students must have their BVT student ID on them at all times during the exam. Students must also ensure that their BVT-issued laptop is fully charged and brought to their exam rooms.  

MCAS prohibited items, such as cell phones and other devices that provide internet access, are prohibited in the exam rooms. Unauthorized electronic devices found in the exam room must be reported to the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education. They reserve the right to invalidate exam results for individuals and/or groups if irregularities, such as the presence of electronic devices in the exam areas, occur.

BVT is obligated by state and federal law to administer the MCAS exams to all eligible testers. Please avoid scheduling appointments or other matters that would prevent your student from attending school during any of the MCAS dates in 2026. For an optimal exam experience, students should be present on the primary exam days.

Primary Exam Window
The ELA MCAS primary exam window for sophomores is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24th, and Wednesday, March 25th. In the event of extreme weather or other unexpected circumstances, the exams would move to Thursday, March 26th, and/or Friday, March 27th. The week of March 30th is also available for individuals with extenuating circumstances that may occur during the primary exam week.

The Mathematics MCAS primary exam window for sophomores is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19th, and Wednesday, May 20th. In the event of extreme weather or other unexpected circumstances, the exams would move to Thursday, May 21st, and/or Friday, May 22nd. The week of May 26th is also available for individuals with extenuating circumstances that may occur during the primary exam week.

The Science MCAS primary exam window for sophomores enrolled in local or college-prep level science and freshmen enrolled in honors-level science is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2nd, and Wednesday, June 3rd. In the event of extreme weather or other unexpected circumstances, the exams would move to Thursday, June 4th, and/or Friday, June 5th. The week of June 8th is also available for individuals with extenuating circumstances that may occur during the primary exam week.

Formal Review Sessions
Beginning after the February vacation week, students will be able to go to formal ELA MCAS review sessions led by BVT English teachers after school. These sessions will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students may see their English teacher for more information and a schedule.

Beginning in April, students will be able to go to formal Mathematics MCAS review sessions led by BVT Math teachers after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students may see their Math teacher for more information and a schedule.

Beginning in May, students will be able to go to formal Science MCAS review sessions led by BVT Science teachers after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students may see their Science teacher for more information and a schedule.

We will continue to work hard to prepare students for the Grade 10 English Language Arts MCAS exam in March, the Grade 10 Mathematics MCAS exam in May, and the Grade 9/10 Science MCAS exam in June. Please contact Assessment Coordinator Jennifer McGill or me with any questions.

                 
Professionally,
Edward Evans, III
Academic Curriculum Coordinator