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PSSA Testing Information

2026 Testing Dates

ELA
Grades 3-8

 Math
Grades 3-8		 Science
Grades 5 & 8		 Makeups
April 21, 22, & 23 April 28 & 29 April 30 & May 1 May 4-8


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Can my student opt-out of testing?

Parents do have the right to opt their student(s) out of taking the PSSAs. Under Chapter 4 of Title 22 of the Pa. Code, the only basis for a parent/guardian to excuse his or her child from the statewide assessments is that he or she finds the PSSA to be in conflict with their religious beliefs. Parents who wish to opt their student out of the PSSAs must follow these steps:

  1. Parents/Guardians must review the test materials and sign a confidentiality agreement.  Please reach out to your building principal to set up a time to review the materials. 
  2. After reviewing the test materials, write a letter or email to the attention of Dr. Dan Hartman, CVSD Superintendent, and include the student’s full name, building, grade level, and scheduled PSSA subject(s).
  3. The request must state the parent/guardian does not want their child tested because the test conflicts with their religious belief; and,
  4. Include a parent/guardian signature, address, email, and telephone number.
  5. Submit this letter to Dr. Hartman (via email or drop the letter off at the District Office), prior to the scheduled test administration date; this request is due by Monday, April 21, 2025.