New Jersey
Model
Year-End
2026-27 Testing Windows
Instructionally Embedded: 09/14/26 – 12/23/26
Spring: 04/05/27 – 05/28/27
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
Contacts
Office of Assessments
Dynamic Learning Maps: Instructionally Embedded Fall 2026 Assessments Window
To assist educators in the identification of students’ specific needs, Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) and the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) are offering the use of DLM’s instructionally embedded (IE) assessments in fall of 2026 for students with the most significant intellectual disabilities. Use of the DLM IE assessments is available at no cost, is completely optional, and has no impact on the required year-end, summative DLM assessment. New Jersey districts may access the DLM IE assessments from September 14 through December 23, 2026. For more information, please review the broadcast released on August 19, 2026.
Resources
Parent Interpretive Guide for Year-End Model States (pdf) 02/03/2026
information about DLM assessment results and individual student reports
Parent Interpretive Guide for Year-End Model States (en Español) (pdf) 02/03/2026
información sobre los resultados de las evaluaciones DLM y los informes individuales de estudiantes
Parent Notification Letter for Year-End Model States (English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science) (docx)
notification letter for districts testing in Mathematics, English Language Arts, and Science
Parent Notification Letter for Year-End Model States (English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science) (en Español) (docx)
carta de notificación para los distritos examinándose en Matemáticas, Artes del Idioma Inglés, y Ciencia
Parent Portal User Guide for District Staff (pdf) 08/04/2026
please reference the video guide for instructions on how to view score reports
Parent Portal User Guide for Parents (pdf) 08/04/2026
Parent Portal User Guide for Parents (en Español) (pdf) 08/04/2026
reference the video guide for instructions on how to view score reports
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.
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.