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8.23.2022

12. If a school uses nationally standardized tests for which qualifying cut scores have not been determined by the USDE, is there any way it can qualify under the “top 15 percent in the nation” category?

We’re sorry, but at this point there is not. If a school wishes to qualify under the “top 15 percent…

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8.23.2022

11. If a school administers state tests and national normed tests, the school use nationally normed tests or state tests to qualify for the program?

If a school administers state tests and national normed tests, the school must report ONLY the nationally normed test. Beginning…

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8.23.2022

10. Does a school have to meet or exceed the cut scores for every grade tested from grade 3 and higher?

Yes

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8.23.2022

9. Where do I find the nationally standardized test scores that I should be reporting and that qualify my school for the program?

It’s different for each testing company, but here is guidance for the most popular K-8 tests. You can report scores…

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8.23.2022

8. What assessment verification must schools submit to CAPE?

Depending on how they qualify for the program, schools must include the following information with the hardcopy of the application…

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8.23.2022

7. May for-profit schools apply?

No. Only not-for-profit schools may apply.

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8.23.2022

6. May a new school apply?

A nominated school must be in existence with its current grade configuration for at least five full years. Merged schools…

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8.23.2022

5. If a school received the NBRS award in the last five years may it apply for the 2025 award?

No. Only schools that have not received the award in the past five years are eligible for the program. Note…

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8.23.2022

4. May a K-12 school apply to have only part of its school recognized (e.g., the elementary division or the middle school division)?

Schools located on the same campus (physical location and mailing address) must apply as an entire school (i.e. K-8; 6-12;…

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8.23.2022

1. What is the maximum number of schools that CAPE can nominate to the USDE for recognition?

Fifty.