What tests are required as part of the program?

Students who are enrolled in MVCA are required to take the following tests as part of the program:

• Lesson assessments
• Unit assessments
• Semester assessments
• Literacy screening for early elementary students
• Diagnostic and formative assessments to measure growth and mastery of grade level standards
• Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) for students in grades 3-8:

  
  Math and Reading (grades 3-8)
  Science (grades 5 and 8)
  Social Studies (grades 6 and 9)
  Writing (grades 4 and 7)

• Michigan Merit Exam (grade 11 and eligible 12^th grade students)

Do I have to participate in state testing?

Yes. Since MVCA is a public school, all students must participate in the testing that is mandated in Michigan.