The Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) Alternate Assessment Consortium supports educators with professional development modules. Learn more at DLM's professional development site, hosted by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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
Professional Development Modules Supporting Essential Elements (xlsx)
these tables (one tab each for Mathematics and ELA) cross-reference specific professional development modules to Essential Elements. This gives teachers the ability to further enhance instruction on specific Essential Elements
Sample Testlet Information Pages and Released Testlets in English Language Arts
resources providing test administrators with information specific to ELA testlets
Sample Testlet Information Pages and Released Testlets in Mathematics
resources providing test administrators with information specific to mathematics testlets
State Organizational Table for Colorado (xlsx) 04/06/2026
names and numbers of schools and districts in Colorado
Talking to Parents about DLM Score Reports for Year-End Model (pdf)
formerly called the Teacher Interpretive Guide, this document helps teachers when talking to parents about DLM student reports
Technology Specifications Manual (pdf) 07/31/2025
supports technology personnel in preparing schools for the technology needs of the DLM assessment
Test Administration Manual for Year-End Model States (pdf) 07/31/2025
supports Test Administrators in preparing themselves and students for the DLM assessment
Using Mini-Maps to Plan Instruction (pdf)
Includes an example ELA mini-map to illustrate the features and uses of mini-maps for ELA, mathematics, and science
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.