Development of DLM Essential Elements for Science (pdf)
a short description of how Essential Elements in science were developed
New York
Model
Year-End
2026-27 Testing Windows
Instructionally Embedded: 10/19/26–02/19/27
Spring: 03/08/27–06/11/27
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
Contacts
New York State Education Department
Office of State Assessment and
Office of Special Education
89 Washington Avenue
Albany, New York 12234
Additional Information
For questions pertaining to test administration, testing accommodations (note spelling), and policy issues please choose from the following options:
- Visit the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) page on the Office of State Assessment website
- Call 518-474-5902
- Send an email to emscassessinfo@nysed.gov
For questions pertaining to data, please send an email to CBTSupport@nysed.gov.
Resources
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 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
DLM Writing Testlets Overview
training video designed to provide test administrators with specific information about DLM writing testlets
Educator Portal User Guide for Year-End Model States (pdf) 08/06/2025
provides guidance and support for users navigating Educator Portal
Educator Resource Videos for Year-End Model States
videos providing information about assessment format, accessibility, and Kite Educator Portal procedures
Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for Year-End Model States (pdf) 08/05/2025
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) 08/05/2025
helps users access DLM required test administration training
Guide to Practice Activities and Released Testlets (pdf) 08/05/2025
familiarizes educators and students with testlets and Student Portal
How to Interpret and Use DLM Score Reports for Year-End Model States
This short, single-lesson module explains the contents and uses of score reports for the Dynamic Learning Maps®, or DLM®, alternate assessment.
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.