The Measures of Academic Progress (MAPS) will be given to students in grades 7-12 today. The tests measure students abilities in Reading and Math. Today's test results will give a baseline to for each student. Testing will be done in January and April. The results of these later tests will be used to measure student growth in these two areas during the year.
The MAPS test will also identify specific areas of strengths and weaknesses in reading and math. Test results will be back to the teachers within two days, and teachers will be able to plan instruction to address the areas that need improvement.
