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California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE)

Assistance for students and schools with the administration of the CAHSEE. Beginning with the Class of 2006, all public school students will be required to pass the exam to earn a high school diploma.
Public Notices

Program Overview
Purpose and Content, Background, Independent Evaluations

Frequently Asked Questions
Questions and Answers about the CAHSEE.

Exam Results Reporting Site
CAHSEE results for 2007-08 are now available.

Program Resources
Exam Blueprints, Released Test Questions, Study Guides, Teacher Guides, Assistance Packets for Local Education Agencies, Technical Reports.

Program Notes and Legal Updates
CAHSEE Notes, Legal Updates, and Memorandums.

Administrative Documents
Exam Administration Dates and Guidelines, Regulations, Intensive Instruction Funding, and Apportionment Process.

Accommodations and Modifications
Request for Test Variations, Test Matrices, Scribe and Sign Language Guidelines, and Questions and Answers Regarding Test Variations (including waiver process).

Independent Evaluation Reports
Reports since 2001 from the independent evaluator for the CAHSEE.

Educational Testing Service's (ETS) CAHSEE Site (Outside Source)
Administration manuals, CAHSEE project calendar, and instructions for ordering test materials, participating in the pre-ID service, and applying to become a reader or item reviewer.

Questions:  CAHSEE Office | cahsee@cde.ca.gov | 916-445-9449
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