This webinar presentation, tailored specifically for district and school leaders, delves into the shifts in grade 5 and 8 science MCAS, as well as their implications for classroom practice and teacher professional development in grades 3-8. Specifically, it will:

• Build understanding about the upcoming shifts to the grades 5 & 8 science MCAS and their implications for classroom practice in grades 3-8 and teacher professional development
• Identify teacher PD needs regarding performance-based assessments and performance tasks 
• Highlight opportunities for school and district support

Join DESE trained Ambassadors, Katie and Leslie, as they share the why, the how and the when for these important shifts and the impact you will need to prepare for in your districts.

Meet the presenter:

Leslie Knight