OLPA Information and Q & A

Here is a list of common questions that have been brought to my attention:

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1. Which test do I have to administer?

• Students in grades 3–8 have two Mathematics OLPA testing opportunities, and students in grades 3–8 and 10 have one Reading OLPA testing opportunity.

2. When do I have to administer it?

The Reading and Mathematics OLPA testing window is open through Friday, February 20. All testing must be completed by the end of the testing window. Public school students in eligible grades are automatically eligible for OLPA; districts do not have to inform MDE that their students will or will not participate.

• Students have 30 days to complete an OLPA test once it is started; the test will expire after 30 days.
•  For Mathematics OLPA, if the test is not completed, the student will not be eligible for the second mathematics opportunity until the test expires and 14 calendar days have elapsed.
• There are 14 calendar days required between testing opportunities. If the district is providing a second Mathematics OLPA opportunity for students, the first opportunity must be completed and submitted by Thursday, February 5, in order to complete another opportunity on the last day of the testing window

3. What is my login?

• If you have not received your login, please contact me.  kberlin@isd2142.k12.mn.us

4. What computers do the kids use in our school and are they ready?

• The students should be able to use the classroom computers, laptops, or computer lab.

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