Testing and Assessment FAQs
What tests will my child be required to take?
All Dogwood Virtual School (DVS) students are required to take the following tests:
- Course lesson assessments
- Course unit assessments
- Semester assessments
- Diagnostic and formative assessments measuring mastery of grade-level standards
Will my child have to participate in state testing?
Yes. As a public school, DVS students are required to participate in all state-mandated testing. These assessments are an important part of enrollment and help measure student progress and school performance.
Is there a testing calendar available?
| Dates | Student Grades | Mandatory In-Person Tests |
|---|---|---|
| September 1-4, 2026 | All 3rd Grade Students | Beginning of the Grade Reading Test |
| October 12-16, 2026 | All 10th Grade Students | Pre-ACT Testing |
| October 12-16, 2026 | Select 4th Grade Students | Read to Achieve |
| October 12-16, 2026 | Select 10th Grade Students | CCRAA10 |
| December 14-17, 2026 | High School Students Enrolled in English II, Biology, Math I, Math III, Intro to Computer Science, Health Science I or Business Essentials in Semester 1 | EOC for Semester 1 |
| January 11 – March 12, 2027 | Grades 1-12 ML Students | WIDA ACCESS |
| February 23-26, 2027 | All 11th Grade Students | ACT Testing |
| February 23-26, 2027 | Select 12th Grade Students | WorkKeys Testing |
| February 23-26, 2027 | Select 11th Grade Students | CCRAA11 |
| May 21 – June 3, 2027 | All 3rd-8th Grade Students | EOG Testing |
| May 21 – June 3, 2027 | High School Students Enrolled in English II, Biology, Math I, Math III, Intro to Computer Science, Health Science I or Business Essentials in Semester 2 | EOC for Semester 2 |