North Carolina
Member of the WIDA Consortium since 2008.
Assessments
North Carolina uses Kindergarten W-APT and WIDA Screener (for Grades 1-12) to identify English language learners (ELLs). ACCESS for ELLs is given to all ELLs during the annual testing window, which typically lasts from late January through mid-March.
Testing Dates
| 1/29/21-4/23/21 | WIDA AMS test setup available for test sessions |
|---|---|
| 2/9/21 | Districts receive test materials |
| 2/9/21-4/16/21 | Additional test materials ordering window in AMS |
| 2/22/21-4/23/21 | Test Window |
| 4/30/21 | Deadline for shipping completed test materials to DRC |
| 5/18/21-6/1/21 | Pre-reporting data validation – LEAs in AMS |
| 7/6/21 | Districts receive reports – Online |
| 8/9/21-8/13/21 | Districts receive reports – Printed |
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 Identification and Placement Guidance
Standards and Instructional Support
Professional Learning
- North Carolina WIDA Modules
- See Module Info Flyer for instructions on how to enroll (Secure Portal login required)
- PD Calendar
The NCDPI ESL/Title III Team is committed to providing high-quality professional learning to educators of English learners. Our goal is to prepare educators with the knowledge and resources they need to meet the diverse needs of English learners, including how to implement effective programs and curricula.
Visit our professional learning page to learn more about NCDPI ESL/Title III training initiatives, such as professional offerings in collaboration with WIDA, the EL Support Team, and more.