Accessibility Manual for Science (pdf) 06/30/2025
provides guidance on the selection and use of accessibility features
District of Columbia
Model
Year-End
2024-25 Testing Windows
Instructionally Embedded: 12/09/24–02/21/25
Spring: 03/10/25–04/25/25
Testing Subject
Science
Contacts
Chelsea Charland, Assessment
Debbie Menard, Assessment
Resources
Assessment Coordinator Manual for Science (pdf) 06/30/2025
supports district and building staff to prepare for and monitor assessments
Blueprint Science Phase I with Biology -- DE, DC, and MD Only (pdf)
range of science Essential Elements (EEs) assessed, including High School Biology, for Science
Currently Tested Essential Elements for Science
lists of PDFs for each Science 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) 08/06/2024
supports data managers with managing user, student, and roster data in Educator Portal
Development of DLM Essential Elements for Science (pdf)
a short description of how Essential Elements in Science were developed
District Staff Video Resources for Science-Only States
resources designed for district users, including Educator Portal how-to videos and role-specific training videos
DLM Training for District Roles
includes short, interactive lessons for assessment coordinators, data managers, technology managers, and district and building administrators, as well as general lessons regarding DLM vocabulary and what’s new for the current school year
Educator Portal User Guide (pdf) 08/06/2024
provides guidance and support for users navigating Educator Portal
Educator Resource Videos for Science-Only States
videos providing information about assessment format, accessibility, and Kite Educator Portal procedures
Enrollment Upload Template (csv)
template used to enroll multiple students at once in Educator Portal
Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for Year-End Model States (pdf) 07/12/2024
supports facilitators in accessing DLM required test administration training and support resources
Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for Year-End Model States (pdf) 07/12/2024
helps users access DLM required test administration training
Required Test Administrator Training
The 2024-2025 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.