For states participating in the Instructionally Embedded model, the Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) spring window opens on February 2, 2026. Please consult individual state pages on the DLM website for state-specific testing window dates.
Dynamic Learning Maps® Alternate Assessment
We provide an instructionally relevant assessment and report assessment results to help guide instruction.
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December 11, 2025
The Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) Instructionally Embedded model fall window closes on December 19, 2025. The DLM Instructionally Embedded model spring window opens on February 2, 2026. Each state may have their own state-specific opening and closing dates. Check your state’s DLM webpage.
DLM Highlights
November 20, 2025
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.…
September 25, 2025
2025 DLM External Review of Testlets in Kansas City, MO
Over the course of five weeks, 80+ general and special education experts helped shape the growth and success of Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) alternate assessments by contributing to content and fairness panels at the 2025 DLM External Review of Testlets event last summer. Educators, curriculum specialists, and district and state staff shared their expertise and provided feedback on newly…