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19 Oct 2011

 

 


 

 Annual Testing Calendar 2011-2012
Assessment Program Tests by Grade Level
                                      
Standards of Learning Assessments for 2011-2012
 

Fall 2011 Writing

GHS  Oct 18 (MC) Oct 19 (Short Paper), 2011

Non-Writing GHS     January 17 through 20, 2012
Spring 2012

Writing

Mar 9(All-MC),
Mar 8
(Short Paper), 2012

Non-Writing

May 16 through May 30, 2012

Summer 2012 Writing July 17 (MC), July 18 (Prompt), 2012
Non-Writing Last Week of Summer School  TBD
Alternate  Assessments

VADOE

VAAP    VGLA    VMAST   VSEP
English
School Divisions are expected to begin implementation of the 2010 English SOLs by September 2011 and to fully implement the 2010 English SOLs in the 2012-2013 academic year.
Mathematics
Mathematics Standards of Learning Adopted 2009, to be fully implemented in 2011-2012.
Science
School Divisions are expected to begin implementation of the 2010 Science SOLs by September 2011 and to fully implement the 2010 Science SOLs in the 2012-2013 academic year.
History/Social Science
History & Social Science Standards of Learning Adopted 2008, to be fully implemented in 2010-2011

For specific testing information, please contact individual schools or the Assessment Office
693-1438.
   
The Standards and SOL-based Resources from DOE
DOE Office of Assessment: Testing & the Standards of Learning

 Study Skills & Test Anxiety
 Study Skills & Self-Help Info
 
     

Assessment & Achievement Data

GCPS School Report Cards 2011-2012

Accountability & VA Public Schools Guide

DOE Summary of 2011-2012 AYP Ratings

 
Virginia Graduation Requirements
 

 

Using Lexiles to Improve Reading & Literacy

Lexile Framework for Reading


SOL Reading Scores & Lexiles

A Parent's Guide: Lexile Framework for Reading

 Information for Educators 
Web Tutorial for Educators

 
FAQs for Lexiles
 

 

 Standards of Learning

 

CURRENT STATUS
for online testing

Testing and Standards of Learning from VDOE
SOL Test Scoring and Performance Reports
Testing and Standards of Learning Instructional Resources

 Standards, Curriculum Framework, Scope & Sequence, Blueprints
SOL Released Test Items
SOL Assessment Manuals
E-PAT for SOL Preparation Electronic Practice Assessment Tool
Virginia Assessment Results  Select fields to construct a report
 

Achievement Tests
Iowa Tests of Basic Skills
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Grade 6
EXPLORE®                           
 

The EXPLORE® program is designed to help 8th and 9th graders explore a broad range of options for their future. EXPLORE prepares students not only for their high school coursework, but for their post–high school choices as well. It marks an important beginning for a student's future academic and career success.

EXPLORE site for STUDENTS
EXPLORE site for PARENTS
EXPLORE materials for EDUCATORS

Why take the EXPLORE test?
 
Grade 8
PLAN®                                   
 
The PLAN® program helps 10th graders build a solid foundation for future academic and career success and provides information needed to address school districts' high-priority issues. It is a comprehensive guidance resource that helps students measure their current academic development, explore career/training options, and make plans for the remaining years of high school and post-graduation years.
 
PLAN site for STUDENTS
PLAN site for PARENTS
PLAN materials for EDUCATORS
Grade 10
   
Ability Tests
CogAT  
Cognitive Abilities Test

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Grades 5

Linking Assessment to Instruction 
Using the CogAT Profile

Click here for the Interactive Ability Profile System
Test Interpretation

A Short Guide for Teachers

 
   
   
   
 Diagnostic Tests

PALS  

   

Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening 
Learn More...
 

ARDT  

Algebra Readiness Diagnostic Test
Learn More...
 

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Cindy Carmine 
Instructional Supervisor

Dan Holloway
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        Voice:  804-693-1438          
FAX:  804-693-3025