Calculator and Reference Sheet Policies for Florida Statewide Assessments - Calculators

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Policies define when and what calculators are permitted for Florida statewide assessments across FAST/B.E.S.T. Mathematics, Statewide Science, and B.E.S.T. Algebra 1 and Geometry EOCs. The document specifies calculator availability by grade level, distinguishes online and handheld options, and lists FDOE-approved four-function and scientific models for the 2025–2026 school year. It also states calculator function requirements, allowed controls, and detailed prohibited functionalities, including restrictions on sharing devices and on unsupported models.

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Calculators

Calculator availability by grade and assessment

Approved handheld four-function calculators (2025–2026)

Allowed calculator functions and permitted controls

Prohibited functionalities for handheld calculators

Approved handheld scientific calculators (FAST/B.E.S.T. and EOCs)

Calculator and Reference Sheet Policies for Florida Statewide Assessments Calculators | | FAST/B.E.S.T. | Statewide Science | | --- | --- | --- | | Grades 3–5 | Grades 3–5 FAST Mathematics
• No calculator permitted. | Grade 5 Science
• No calculator permitted. | | Grade 6 | Grade 6 FAST Mathematics
• Online four-function calculator provided in the computer-based testing (CBT) platform.
• A demo version of the online fourfunction calculator may be accessed on the Florida Statewide Assessments Portal for use in the classroom.
• CBT students may use a handheld fourfunction calculator during the assessment.
• Students with paper-based accommodations must be provided a handheld four-function calculator for use during the assessment. | | | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 FAST Mathematics
• Online scientific calculator provided in the computer-based testing (CBT) platform.
• A demo version of the online scientific calculator may be accessed on the portal for use in the classroom.
• CBT students may use a handheld scientific calculator during the assessments.
• Students with paper-based accommodations must be provided an approved handheld scientific calculator for use during the assessments.
• See below for a list of approved handheld scientific calculators, as well as a list of prohibited functionalities for calculators. Calculators that allow these prohibited functionalities may not be used. | Grade 8 Science
• Online four-function calculator provided in the computer-based testing (CBT) platform.
• A demo version of the online four-function calculator may be accessed on the portal for use in the classroom.
• CBT students may use a handheld fourfunction calculator during the assessment.
• Students may not be provided a scientific calculator.
• Students with paper-based
accommodations must be provided a handheld four-function calculator for use during the assessment. | | End-of-Course (EOC) | B.E.S.T. Algebra 1 and Geometry EOCs
• Online scientific calculator provided in the computer-based testing (CBT) platform.
• A demo version of the online scientific calculator may be accessed on the portal for use in the classroom.
• CBT students may use a handheld scientific calculator during the assessments.
• Students with paper-based accommodations must be provided an approved handheld scientific calculator for use during the assessments.
• See below for a list of approved handheld scientific calculators, as well as a list of prohibited functionalities for calculators. Calculators that allow these prohibited functionalities may not be used. | Biology 1 EOC
• Online four-function calculator provided in the computer-based testing (CBT) platform.
• A demo version of the online four-function calculator may be accessed on the portal for use in the classroom.
• CBT students may use a handheld fourfunction calculator during testing.
• Students may not be provided a scientific calculator.
• Students with paper-based
accommodations must be provided a handheld four-function calculator for use during the assessment. | | --- | --- | --- | Handheld Four-Function Calculators for FAST Grade 6 Mathematics, Grade 8 Science, and Biology 1 EOC The following are FDOE-approved four-function calculators for the 2025–2026 school year: • Texas Instruments TI-108 • Casio HS-4G • Sharp EL233SB Schools may use calculators not on this list if district mathematics specialists determine they meet the specifications below. FDOE will not review or approve additional models not listed above. Students are not allowed to share calculators. Not every test item will require the use of a calculator. Students will need access to the following calculator functions: • Addition • Subtraction • Multiplication • Division • Square root • Percentage Parentheses, change sign (plus/minus), and memory buttons are allowable. Students may not use a handheld calculator that has any

FAQs

Which grades and assessments allow calculators, and which types are permitted?

Grades 3–5 FAST Mathematics and Grade 5 Science prohibit calculators. Grade 6 FAST Mathematics allows an online four-function calculator and handheld options for certain students. Grades 7–8 FAST Mathematics allow an online scientific calculator and handheld scientific calculators, while Grade 8 Science allows an online four-function calculator and handheld four-function support for paper-based accommodations.

What four-function calculators are approved for FAST Grade 6 Mathematics, Grade 8 Science, and Biology 1 EOC (2025–2026)?

Approved models are Texas Instruments TI-108, Casio HS-4G, and Sharp EL233SB. Districts may use other calculators only if specialists determine they meet required specifications; FDOE will not review additional models.

What calculator functionalities are prohibited for handheld scientific calculators?

Prohibited functionality includes CAS/any algebraic solver, regression capabilities, a table, unsupported unit conversion, simplifying radicals, graphing, matrices, multi-line displays, text editing (edit/copy/cut/paste), complex-number operations, prime factorization, gcd/lcm operations, wireless/Bluetooth or Internet access, QWERTY keypad, need for an electrical outlet, and calculator peripherals.

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