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How to Prepare for the BCPS Career, Humanities & STEM Magnet Assessment for Western Tech (2026–2027 Guide)
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August 11, 2026 10 min read

How to Prepare for the BCPS Career, Humanities & STEM Magnet Assessment for Western Tech (2026–2027 Guide)

The BCPS Career, Humanities, and STEM Magnet Assessment is the gateway to Western School of Technology — and its 30-question Critical Thinking section is the part most families don't see coming. This guide breaks down every section of the test, explains exactly how BCPS scores Western Tech applicants, and gives you a prep timeline that starts before September.

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BCPS Magnet Assessment Critical Thinking Section: What 8th Graders Need to Know (With Practice Questions)
Essay Writing & STEM Critical Thinking
May 31, 2026 9 min read

BCPS Magnet Assessment Critical Thinking Section: What 8th Graders Need to Know (With Practice Questions)

The 30-question Critical Thinking section is the largest — and least-practiced — part of the BCPS magnet assessment. This guide breaks down Argument Analysis, Identifying Assumptions, and Facts vs. Opinion with worked examples built specifically for Western Tech applicants and the BCPS Career, Humanities, and STEM Magnet Assessment.

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