The Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) Program continues to support literacy and foundational learning as schools work to close gaps and help students progress more confidently. One of the key tools used in this effort is the Middle-of-the-School-Year (MOSY) assessment, a nationwide progress monitoring measure that tracks reading development from Grades 1 to 10.
This guide explains the purpose of MOSY, who should take it, how it supports academic recovery, and all the important links schools need for School Year 2025–2026.
What Are MOSY Assessments?
The Middle-of-the-School-Year (MOSY) assessments measure how much progress learners have made since the beginning of the school year. As part of the ARAL Program’s monitoring system, these assessments help determine whether learners are meeting expected literacy milestones and whether instructional adjustments are necessary.
They support national learning recovery efforts and follow key policies such as:
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Republic Act No. 12028 – National Learning Recovery Program
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DepEd Order No. 18, s. 2023 – ARAL Program Guidelines
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DepEd Memorandum No. 64, s. 2023 – ARAL Program Implementation
MOSY is not merely a test—it is a tool that guides educators toward smarter, data-driven interventions.
Why MOSY Matters in Learning Recovery
Through MOSY, teachers can:
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Identify learners needing more intensive literacy help
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Track improvements since the beginning of the school year
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Adjust ARAL sessions to match current skill levels
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Ensure better targeting of reading strategies and materials
These assessments allow schools nationwide to maintain consistent monitoring and equitable support.
Who Takes the MOSY Assessments?
All schools implementing ARAL must administer MOSY, regardless of the program’s start date.
Grade 1
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Test-takers: All Grade 1 learners
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Testing Window: October 20 – November 17, 2025
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Assessment Tool: CRLA (Comprehensive Rapid Literacy Assessment)
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Purpose: Determine eligibility for ARAL participation
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Important Link: https://bit.ly/CRLA_AdministrationMaterials
Grades 2–3
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Test-takers: All ARAL learners
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Testing Window: November 17 – December 15, 2025
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Assessment Tool: MOSY assessments validated at the beginning of the school year
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Important Link: CLICK TO ACCESS
Grades 4–10
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Test-takers: All ARAL learners
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Testing Window: November 17 – December 15, 2025
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Assessment Tools:
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Phil-IRI pre-test materials
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CRLA (optional for reading level checks)
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Important Link: https://tinyurl.com/PhilIRIToolsG4to10
Additional Notes for Schools
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CRLA MOSY results for Grade 1 determine ARAL participation.
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For Grades 2 to 10, results guide instructional adjustments.
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Schools must follow the official testing window for consistency.
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A separate memorandum for MOSY will no longer be issued.
Submission of MOSY Results
All schools must submit MOSY results no later than December 16, 2025.
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Official Submission Link: https://bld.deped.gov.ph/submission
The timely submission of results ensures that the national learning recovery team can analyze data and adjust interventions where needed.
How MOSY Helps Teachers and Tutors
Teachers gain clearer insights into:
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Learners’ reading levels
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Growth from BOSY to MOSY
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Skill gaps needing targeted intervention
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Appropriate groupings for ARAL sessions
With reliable data, educators can fine-tune their strategies and improve learning outcomes midyear.
What Parents and Families Should Know
Families benefit from understanding the value of MOSY. Through these assessments, they can:
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Track their child’s literacy growth
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Receive clear updates from teachers
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Support learning at home in the right areas
MOSY fosters stronger collaboration between school and home.
A Look Ahead
As learners continue through the 2025–2026 school year, MOSY assessments remain a vital part of the ARAL Program’s nationwide learning recovery efforts. With accurate data and updated tools, educators are better equipped to help learners strengthen foundational reading skills.
The assessments, together with the provided important links, ensure that schools can carry out MOSY smoothly and effectively.