2009 Test Out Information
Under Michigan legislation, high school students may request the opportunity to "test-out" of any high school class they select, with the exception of American Government. The intent of Section 1279b is twofold: first, to allow high school students to demonstrate knowledge and skills they already possess; and second, to provide students with a nearly unlimited number and range of courses they could endeavor to "pass."
A student who successfully tests out of a course will receive credit toward graduation for the course. In order to pass, the legislation requires students to achieve a C+ (78%) or better. The “test-out” grade will simply be a "pass" and will not be included in the calculation of the student's grade point average.
The option to test out will be offered at Traverse City West Senior High School on Thursday, May 14th, from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday, May 16th, from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Student “test-out” results will be available on June 2, 2009 in the appropriate secondary school office. Students need to declare their intent to “test-out” by obtaining an application from their high school counselor. The application must be returned to the counselor no later than April 24, 2009.
For some classes, in addition to the final exam, students may be required to complete extended projects and/or research papers. This additional work must be completed by June 18, 2009.
Please contact Dr. Jayne H. Mohr, Associate Superintendent Traverse City Area Public Schools at (231) 933-1777 for more information.
Test Out Application: Print out and complete the Test Out Application and return to your student's counselor no later than April 24, 2009. Counselors will verify a student's eligibility prior to signing his/her application.