What is the relationship between the High School Competency Test (HSCT) and FCAT?
For the 2000-2001 school year, as a general rule seniors need to pass the HSCT to be eligible to graduate from Florida High Schools with a standard diploma. Sophomores and Juniors must pass the FCAT. Who developed FCAT? FCAT was developed by the Student Assessment Services Section of the Department through a contract with CTB/McGraw-Hill publishing company. Many Florida educators and citizens assisted the Department in the development of FCAT by serving on advisory committees and review groups. For further information about FCAT, please contact: Paul Felsch, Project Manager Leon County Schools (850) 488-0093 Ext. 327 or Dr. Carolyn Orr, Program Director Florida Department of Education Student Assessment Services (850) 488-8198 / SC 278-8198. Or visit the Department of Education s FCAT webpage at http://www.firn.edu/doe/sas/fcathome.htm.