FAQs - Testing & Assessment
If there are grades, how will they be determined?
The Wyoming Virtual School is a mastery-based program, which means students master concepts and lessons before moving on to the next lesson. Students will be required to submit assignments to their teachers for evaluation and feedback. Teachers will assess mastery and provide quantitative feedback in the secondary grades.
What tests are required as part of the program?
Students in grades 3-6 participate in the Proficiency Assessment of Wyoming Students (PAWS) in the spring.
Do I have to participate in state testing?
All students are required to participate in state testing, and are subject to dismissal if they do not participate.
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The Wyoming Virtual School is a mastery-based program, which means students master concepts and lessons before moving on to the next lesson. Students will be required to submit assignments to their teachers for evaluation and feedback. Teachers will assess mastery and provide quantitative feedback in the secondary grades.
What tests are required as part of the program?
Students in grades 3-6 participate in the Proficiency Assessment of Wyoming Students (PAWS) in the spring.
Do I have to participate in state testing?
All students are required to participate in state testing, and are subject to dismissal if they do not participate.
Didn't find the answer to your question? Try one of our other FAQ pages:
General FAQs
Technical FAQs
Enrollment & Attendance FAQs
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