Accessibility Manual (pdf) 06/30/2026
provides guidance on the selection and use of accessibility features
Colorado
Model
Year-End
2026-27 Testing Windows
Instructionally Embedded: 09/14/26–02/19/27
Spring: 04/05/27–04/23/27
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts and Mathematics
Contacts
Gina Herrera, Special Education
Arti Sachdeva, Assessment
Resources
Assessment Coordinator Manual for Year-End Model States (pdf) 06/30/2026
supports district and building staff to prepare for and monitor assessments
Blueprint English Language Arts for Year-End Model States (pdf)
pool of available Essential Elements (EEs) and the requirements for coverage within each conceptual area
Blueprint Mathematics for Year-End Model States (pdf)
pool of available Essential Elements (EEs) in mathematics
Complete List of Essential Elements for English Language Arts (pdf)
comprehensive list of all ELA Essential Elements currently part of the DLM learning map model
Complete List of Essential Elements for Mathematics (pdf)
comprehensive list of all mathematics Essential Elements currently part of the DLM learning map model
Completing the First Contact Survey and the Personal Needs and Preferences (PNP) Profile
This module serves as a self-guided tutorial for completing a student's Personal Learning Profile, which is comprised of the First Contact Survey and the Personal Needs and Preferences, or PNP, Profile. The module has two lessons that can be completed individually or consecutively.
Currently Tested Essential Elements for English Language Arts (with Mini-Maps)
lists of PDFs for each Essential Element available for assessment. These PDFs provide the nodes at each linkage level and a mini-map showing the pathways between the nodes.
Currently Tested Essential Elements for Mathematics (with Mini-Maps)
lists of PDFs for each Essential Element available for assessment. These PDFs provide the nodes at each linkage level and a mini-map showing the pathways between the nodes.
Data Management Manual (pdf) 07/31/2026
supports data managers with managing user, student, and roster data in Educator Portal
District Staff Video Resources for Year-End Model States
resources designed for district users, including Educator Portal how-to videos and role-specific training videos
DLM Familiar Texts for English Language Arts
resources and source books to assist in teaching students to comprehend text through listening or reading
DLM Instructionally Embedded Assessments
This short, single-lesson module explains focuses on the premise and process of administering Dynamic Learning Maps®, or DLM®, instructionally embedded assessments.
DLM Score Report Videos for Year-End Model States
collection of videos to detailing DLM score report content and use
Required Test Administrator Training
Training will become available via the Training tab in Educator Portal according to your state's scheduled training date. Refer to the Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for instructions on accessing and completing the training. Facilitators should refer to the Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training.