The primary purpose of the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) is to significantly improve pupil achievement in public high schools and to ensure that pupils who graduate from public high schools can demonstrate grade level competency in reading, writing, and mathematics.

-- From CDE - CAHSEE Program Overview

CDE CAHSEE Resources

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

CAHSEE Program Overview

CDE CAHSEE Administrative Documents

CAHSEE Program Resources

English Language Arts Study Guide

English Language Arts Teacher Guide

CAHSEE Frequently Asked Questions

CAHSEE Intervention Compendium

Options for Students not passing the CAHSEE

SDCOE CAHSEE Language Arts Resources

Getting Ready for the CAHSEE Language Arts: A Strategic Approach to Preparing Students for the California High School Exit Exam

This publication presents a series of 12 lessons designed to teach the critical thinking skills involved in problem solving and analysis that students need to be successful in passing the CAHSEE and competing in today's global economy.

Refer to SDCOE Language Arts Secondary Professional Development Calendar for trainings

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SDCOE Information regarding Valenzuela Settlement Legislation