Welcome to the Rhode Island Comprehensive Assessment System (RICAS) Resource Center. This site provides access to test administration information, training, practice tests, and other resources to help schools and districts prepare for and administer the RICAS tests.
- Guide to Managing Users in PearsonAccessnext - Updated January 2021
- User Role Matrix - Updated January 2021
- Guidelines for Using Assistive Technology as an RICAS Test Accommodation - Updated February 2021
- Infrastructure Trial Readiness Guide - Updated February 2021
- Best Practices for RICAS CBT Set-Up, Administration, and Troubleshooting - Updated February 2021
- ProctorCache Recommendation for 2021 RICAS CBT Testing - Updated February 2021
- Guide to the Student Registration/Personal Needs Profile (SR/PNP) Process - February 2021
PearsonAccessnext
Sign in to PearsonAccessnext to manage test administration tasks, such as student registrations, user accounts, and monitoring online testing.
Test Administration Guidance
Access the Test Coordinator's Manual, Test Administrator's Manuals, policy memos, and other resources.
Training
Access short training modules that provide a step-by-step walk-through on using PearsonAccess Next and tasks for computer-based testing.
Student Tutorial & Practice Tests
Access resources for educators to prepare students for testing: the student tutorial for CBT and practice tests for CBT and PBT.
Released Items
Access released items from the spring grades 3-8 RICAS ELA and Mathematics assessment.
RICAS Service Center
Access the RICAS Service Center website to complete the Principal's Certification of Proper Test Administration (PCPA), to order additional materials, and to schedule UPS pickup (PBT only).