Idaho
Member of the WIDA Consortium since 2015.
Assessments
Idaho uses Kindergarten W-APT for Kindergartners and first semester 1st graders, and WIDA Screener (for second-semester Grade 1-12) to identify English language learners (ELLs).
ACCESS for ELLs is given to all current identified ELLs during the annual testing window, which typically takes place from late January through early March.
Testing Dates
| 10/22/18-11/16/18 | Test materials ordering available in AMS (LEAs) |
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| 10/22/18-11/16/18 | Load Pre-ID File into AMS |
| 1/2/19-3/8/19 | WIDA AMS test setup available for test sessions |
| 1/15/19 | Districts receive test materials (On) |
| 1/28/19-3/8/19 | Test Window |
| 1/15/19-3/1/19 | Additional test materials ordering window in AMS |
| 3/15/19 | Deadline for shipping completed test materials to DRC |
| 4/1/19-4/5/19 | Pre-reporting data validation – LEAs in AMS |
| 5/21/19 | Districts receive reports – Printed and online |
| 6/17/19 | Data available to State |
Requirements and Resources
See below for state-specific information and resources related to ELL assessment, including your state’s ACCESS for ELLs Checklist, where you can find each step in the ACCESS testing process from beginning to end.
ACCESS for ELLs Checklist State-Specific Directions Identification and Placement Guidance
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State Testing Requirements
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The English Language Program Site includes information and state guidance on the following topics:
- Identification and Screening
- Data Reporting
- Exit and Monitoring
Assessment and Accountability: Idaho State Dept. of Education Assessment Page