Test updates

The Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) spring assessment window opens on March 10, 2025, for Year-End model states. Please consult individual state pages on the DLM website for state-specific testing dates as testing windows vary by state. 

The Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) program is seeking middle and high school teachers of students with significant cognitive disabilities to participate in a Needs Assessment Survey on current practices and needs for teaching academics related to postsecondary opportunities.

This is a reminder for test administrators to prepare for the Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) alternate assessment spring window for the 2024–2025 academic year. Test administrators must complete the steps in the following list before administering the assessment to students:

For states participating in the Instructionally Embedded model, the Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) spring window opens on February 3, 2025. Please consult individual state pages on the DLM website for state-specific testing window dates.

The Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) Instructionally Embedded model fall window closes on December 20, 2024. The DLM Instructionally Embedded model spring window opens on February 3, 2025. Each state may have their own state-specific opening and closing dates. Check your state’s DLM webpage. 

New content has been added to the Educator Portal Help tab. The Help tab is a state-specific content screen which provides links to answers for frequently asked questions about topics related to using Educator Portal, including:

Before launching Kite^® Student Portal, please ensure that the iPad has an established internet connection. A restart of the iPad and the quit password may be required if the application opens without a connection to the internet.  

The Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) Instructionally Embedded fall window will open on September 9 for the 2024–2025 academic year. The Instruction and Assessment Planner is used to create instructional plans and assign testlets for students.

Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) manuals and guides have been updated for the 2024–2025 school year. Included in each manual and guide is a table of changes. Links to each manual and guide can be found on individual state pages on the DLM website.

On Thursday, July 25, Educator Portal will be unavailable while the Kite® team applies annual upgrades and performance enhancements. Please contact the Kite Service Desk for any questions or assistance. Contact methods can be found in the footer on each page.