By Joan Reissman Test prep can’t replace learning math but practice is a way to strengthen skills and build knowledge. Summer is long in the tooth, which means fall will be here soon. As much as we want to cling to our beach blankets, it’s time to think about the
By Joan Reissman Of the four MCAS science tests, most students choose Biology In three weeks, Massachusetts students will be taking the new Next Generation MCAS 2.0 science tests for the first time. The last administration of the old Legacy MCAS Biology test was in February. That was the last
by Cathie Maglio The Cruelest Month… But Fear Not April isn’t the cruelest month in Massachusetts—it’s May. Every May, fear strikes deep into the hearts of 10th graders as the math MCAS looms on the calendar. The test measures skills in four areas: Algebra and Functions, Geometry, Number and Quantity,
by Joan Reissman MCAS Maven Free MCAS Review from JFYNetWorks 24 Critical Standards The 10th grade math MCAS begins May 17, just 3 weeks away. That’s the bad news. The good news is that it’s not too late to review the necessary material to be well prepared. JFYNetWorks has online
by Joan Reissman, MCAS Maven Free MCAS Review from JFYNetWorks The 10th grade math MCAS begins May 17, just 4 ½ weeks away. And one of those weeks is April vacation. That’s the bad news. The good news is that it’s not too late to review the necessary material to
by Joan Reissman New Standards, Old Formats JFY strategies help students succeed MCAS is back and the 10th grade math test will be here before we know it. JFYNetWorks has been helping prepare students for MCAS tests for two decades. Working on the curriculum standards throughout the year is the
by Gary Kaplan Board of Education reinstates accountability system MCAS is back. And JFY can help. JFY has helped students succeed on MCAS since the test was first given in 1998. Our signature early success was in 2000-2001, when we helped the lowest-scoring school in Boston raise its passing rate
Data driven instruction is a fundamental part of academic success. Here is an example of the custom assessments we create for pre and postassessments.
JFY responds to tailoring curriculum needs. We provide analysis of required standards as measured by the MCAS assessment and general curriculum requirements in grades 6-12, which helps teachers focus on essential standards for the coming year.
Inside MCAS 2.0, Strategic Coaching Tips for Students JFY offers comprehensive curricula for MCAS 2.0 in ELA and math. We stress the principle that the best preparation for MCAS is to build basic academic skills, because MCAS is directly based on the state curriculum standards. However, there are also some
Please consider making an investment in the future of our young people. Your donation will help us provide student-centered competency-based academic preparation to ensure their readiness for college.
© 2026 JFYNetWorks, Inc. All rights reserved. JFYNetWorks is a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. JFYNetWorks and the JFYNetWorks Logo are registered trademarks of JFYNetWorks, Inc. | Website Terms of Use | Website Privacy Policy | Sitemap
