NJGPA (11th graders)

NJGPA (New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment)

Who:       

All 11th grade students in NJ and select 12th graders for retakes

When:

  • 11th Grade: March 16-20, 2026

  • 12th Grade Retakes: October 2026

Items to bring to testing:

  • Charged Chromebook

  • Earbuds (plug-in)

  • TI-84 Graphing Calculator (Desmos and TI-84 also available on-screen)

Math Practice Tests:

  • Practice Test from NJDOE

  • Log into DeltaMath with BCIT Google account and join class via code 8295-DH6E

  • Test covers Algebra I and Geometry concepts

ELA Practice Tests:

General Test Tips:

  • Get a good night’s sleep.

  • Eat breakfast.

  • Read all of the options for multiple choice questions, then make your decision.

  • Use the “answer eliminator” button in the toolbar to eliminate answer choices that are definitely wrong.

  • Attempt all problems on the test and leave nothing blank.

  • The test is computer adaptive, so choose your BEST answer before moving on.

Math Test Tips:

  • Tips for Testing Worksheet

  • Use your calculator in every problem.

  • Use the “highlight” tool to focus on what the problem is asking you to do and the "strikethrough" tool to cross out wrong answers.

  • Use your graph/scratch paper (i.e. read the question on the computer, solve the problem on paper, and then type the answers from your paper to the computer, making sure not to forget anything).

  • If using the TI-84, set MODE in calculator to DEGREES. Desmos calculator is already in DEGREES.

ELA Test Tips:

  • There is a reason the passages are still on the screen. Please refer to them when you answer the multiple-choice questions. 

  • Even if you are not sure which multiple-choice answer is the best, narrow it down and make an educated guess. You will get zero points if you skip it, but if you put in your best guess, you have a shot at getting it right.    

  • If you have trouble focusing while reading the passages, read the multiple-choice questions first, then go back and start reading the passages.

  • When you start the test, read the essay questions FIRST. Then go back to the beginning and start reading the passages. Use the scrap paper to take notes on important details that pertain to the essay question as you read.  Details will jump out at you because you are reading with a purpose.

  • Use textual evidence to support your essay responses.

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