U.S. Virgin Islands
Member of the WIDA Consortium since 2015.
Assessments
U.S. Virgin Islands uses the WIDA MODEL for Kindergarten, and WIDA Screener (Grades 1-12) to identify English language learners (ELLs). ACCESS for ELLs is given to all ELLs during the annual testing window, which typically lasts from mid-January through late February.
Testing Dates
| 11/11/19-12/23/19 | Test materials ordering available in AMS (LEAs) |
|---|---|
| 1/6/20-4/17/20 | WIDA AMS test setup available for test sessions |
| 2/28/20 | Districts receive test materials |
| 3/9/20-4/17/20 | Test Window |
| 2/28/20-4/10/20 | Additional test materials ordering window in AMS |
| 4/24/20 | Deadline for shipping completed test materials to DRC |
| 5/18/20-6/1/20 | Pre-reporting data validation – LEAs and SEA in AMS |
| 6/24/20 | Reports and data files available - Online |
| 7/6/20 | Reports available in district - Printed |
| 7/9/20-7/22/20 | Post-reporting data validation – LEAs and SEA in AMS |
Requirements and Resources
See below for state-specific information and resources related to ELL assessment, including your state’s ACCESS for ELLs Checklist, where you can find each step in the ACCESS testing process from beginning to end.
ACCESS for ELLs Online Checklist ACCESS for ELLs Paper Checklist
State-Specific Directions Identification and Placement Guidance