Walsh Public Schools - 2026 CMAS Testing Schedule & PSAT/SAT Information

Oct 2, 2026

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Walsh Public Schools notifies parents that third through eleventh grade students will begin statewide assessments the following week. The letter explains that Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) tests aligned to Colorado Academic Standards assess real-world skills across English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. It also outlines PSAT 8/9, PSAT 10, and SAT testing for specific grades, provides suggested Big Futures resources via College Board, and shares how results guide instruction, planning, and scheduling around extracurricular activities.

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Upcoming Statewide Assessments Overview

CMAS Scope and Skills Assessed

College Board Big Futures Resources

First Week Testing Schedule

Monday 4/6 to Thursday 4/9

Science and Social Studies Scheduling (4/13-4/16)

Additional Requirements for Juniors

SAT and Science CMAS Times

Walsh Public Schools 301 N. California PO Box 68 Walsh, Colorado 81090 Phone 719-324-5632 Fax 719-324-5426 [www.walsheagles.com](www.walsheagles.com) March 30, 2026 Dear Parents, Our third through eleventh grade students will begin statewide assessments next week. These assessments are aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards and measure real-world skills like problem solving, communicating, and critical thinking. These skills are critical to success in college and careers in the 21st Century. These assessments, called the Colorado Measures of Academic Success tests (CMAS), examine students’ knowledge in English Language Arts(ELA), Math, Science and Social Studies. Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors will complete the PSAT 8/9, PSAT 10, and SAT in this time frame as well. Much like the CMAS tests these assessments are designed to measure real-world skills. Students in these grades have set up a Big Futures account through College Board and can use these accounts to access free resources including interactive videos, practice questions, reference articles, and full-length practice tests. I would encourage students to login to their Big Futures account and take advantage of these resources to not only prepare for these assessments, but to access resources to help determine their interestsand plan for life after high school. While these tests are only one measure of student progress, they are helpful in determining areas of strength and weakness for individual students and for the district as a whole. This information can be used to improve instruction, guide college and career planning and help develop a schedule for students keeping these goals in mind. For this reason it is important for students to come to school well rested and on time. I have attached a schedule for the first week of testing and will send more information as I continue to work on scheduling these assessments around extracurricular activities. Thank you for supporting your student and working with us to ensure their continued success. | Monday 4/6 | Tuesday 4/7 | Wednesday 4/8 | Thursday 4/9 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 9:00-10:30 | 9:00-10:30 | 9:00-10:30 | 9:00-10:30 | | 7th ELA Unit 1 | 7th Math Unit 1 | 7th Math Unit 2 | 7th Math Unit 3 | | 8th Math Unit 1 | 8th ELA Unit 1 | 8th ELA unit 2 | 8th ELA Unit 3 | | | | | | | | 1:30-3:00 | 1:30-3:00 | | | | 7th ELA Unit 2 | 7th ELA Unit 3 | | | | 8th Math Unit 2 | 8th Math Unit 3 | | 7th and 8th Science and 7th Social Studies tests will be scheduled during the week of 4/13-4/16 . In addition to the SAT, Juniors are also required to complete the Science CMAS. This consists of 2 Science Units and will be administered from 11:00-12:00 on Tuesday 4/7 and Thursday 4/9 . | Tuesday 4/14 | Wednesday 4/15 | | --- | --- | | 9:00-11:30 | 9:00-11:30 | | Freshman PSAT w/ Mrs. Westphal in DL | Sophomores PSAT 10 w/ Mrs. Westphal in DL | | | Juniors SAT w/ Mrs. Mundell in Ms. Gourley’s room | Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have regarding upcoming testing. Thank you, Desirae Mundell Academic Advisor Walsh HIgh School [de.mundell@walsheagles.com](de.mundell@walsheagles.com) [719-324-5221 ext. 216](719-324-5221 ext. 216)

FAQs

Which grades will start statewide assessments next week?

Third through eleventh grade students will begin statewide assessments next week.

What tests are included in the CMAS assessments?

CMAS assessments cover English Language Arts (ELA), Math, Science, and Social Studies, aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards.

What assessments will freshmen, sophomores, and juniors complete during this time frame?

Freshmen complete PSAT 8/9, sophomores complete PSAT 10, and juniors complete the SAT, with juniors also required to complete Science CMAS.

Oct 2, 2026

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