CAASPP Testing - Downloading the Secure Browser

This spring, students in grade 11 will participate in the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP).  Students may use a personal device to access the assessments if it meets the following technical requirements: 

1. The device is a PC or Mac laptop or desktop (personal Chromebooks are not supported)
   • macOS version 10.11 or higher
   • Windows 8.0 or higher
2. The device has a:
   • Camera or webcam
   • Microphone
   • Speaker or headphones
   • Mouse or touch screen

Students will also need the state’s secure browser to access the test.  Download the secure browser prior to testing using the directions below for your device. 

• Windows: 
  • Directions for Downloading the Secure Browser on Windows 
  • How-To Video for Windows

• Mac:
  • Directions for Downloading the Secure Browser on a Mac 

  • Secure Browser for Mac (macOS 11+ Big Sur)

  • How-To Video for Mac

If your child’s device does not meet technical requirements or if you do not want to download the secure browser on your personal device, you may check out a district Chromebook for testing using the form below through April 16th. All new checkouts will occur the week of April 19, specific checkout information (timelines, hours, and process) to be sent out to you by your home/neighborhood school.

                Click Here to Check Out a District Chromebook