VIP Testing Information
This page is intended to give general information about the annual Georgia Milestones Assessments that are required by the Georgia Department of Education and Newton County Schools Virtual Instruction Program.
WHO: VIP students in Grades 3-8 and High School students taking a course with an EOC (for the 24-25 school year, Algebra: C&C, Biology, US History, American Literature).
High school students who take one of these four courses via Credit Recovery also have to re-take the EOC assessment.
WHEN: Generally each Spring starting after Spring Break. Newton County Schools publishes a testing calendar which can be accessed from this webpage: NCS Calendars.
Tests begin shortly after the school day starts, and are students are typically on campus for 1-3 hours. Your student's zoned school will communicate any specific information regarding drop off and pick up. Please contact that school for information.
High School Credit Recovery courses can also be tested during "Mid-Month" sessions. VIP staff and HS testing administrators coordinate regarding which students are ready to test each month. You will receive a personal communication regarding testing information in these circumstances.
WHERE: VIP student test at their zoned schools. If you are uncertain to what school your student is zoned , please use the district tool: School Zone Locator or call the VIP office for assistance - 770-787-1330 x. 1226.
WHAT: VIP students will need to report on the scheduled day, on time, and with their school-issued Chromebook, charged and with their charger.
REMINDER: As part of your Commitment for Success agreement, parents/guardians and students agree to participate in the Georgia Milestones Assessments in order to continue to be enrolled in VIP. Failure to follow through on this commitment will result in a denial of future enrollment in VIP.