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How to Prepare for the Mark Twain IHP Interdisciplinary Assessment (2026–2027 Guide)
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August 21, 2026 11 min read

How to Prepare for the Mark Twain IHP Interdisciplinary Assessment (2026–2027 Guide)

The Mark Twain IHP Interdisciplinary Assessment is one of LAUSD's most demanding middle school admissions tests — and the official school site offers zero prep guidance. This guide breaks down every section, explains the four critical thinking skills the rubric actually evaluates, and gives you a concrete preparation timeline from August through January test day.

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LAUSD IHP Critical Thinking Skills: What They Are and How to Practice Them
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June 26, 2026 9 min read

LAUSD IHP Critical Thinking Skills: What They Are and How to Practice Them

The Mark Twain IHP Interdisciplinary Assessment tests four specific critical thinking and problem-solving skills — and no published practice tests exist for it. This post breaks down each skill with student-facing examples and gives you a concrete prep plan tied to the actual IHP eligibility criteria LAUSD evaluators use.

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