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Tennessee adds new, unscored writing field test to TCAP, increasing testing time
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Tori Gessner , as published by WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· September 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This test will not be scored and will not affect students' overall scores. A new writing field test is being added to the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program.
A new writing field test is being added to the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program. This test will not be scored and will not affect students' overall scores.
Some students will have to spend more time taking the tests due to this addition. The writing test is a new component of the assessment program.
Further information about the test and its implementation can be found through the source. Details about the test's purpose and how it will be used are available for those looking for more information.
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Category: schools Published: September 3, 2026 Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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