Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) staff are excited to announce the first DLM Compass 2026 event, taking place July 14–17, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At DLM Compass 2026, educators will connect with colleagues, explore science inquiry routines, examine how these routines can be integrated with English language arts (ELA) and mathematics, and leave with applicable instructional plans and ready-to-use resources. DLM states may send up to five educators to participate in…

Each year, teachers must complete or update each student’s First Contact Survey. It is important to update this information annually to ensure students’ strengths and needs are accurately considered for instruction and testing.

The First Contact Survey is a series of items that goes beyond basic demographics and covers a variety of areas, including communication, academic skills, and attention. The test administrator enters the responses for each eligible student on their rosters.…