Assessments

2027-2026 Assessment Memos

Elementary and Intermediate Testing Dates 26-27

NYSED has released the finalized elementary and intermediate testing schedule for the 26-27 school year, which includes important dates related to WIDA Access, which is replacing the NYSESLAT. The exam will open on February 1st and close on April 9th.

New York State Identification Test for English Language Learners (NYSITELL)

The NYSITELL is administered only once as part of the NYS Identification process for students who enter New York State schools, with a home language other than English, or re-enter after two consecutive years. 

Testing Accommodations for ELLs

Schools are permitted to provide testing accommodations to ELLs on New York State assessments. Former ELLs are also eligible for testing accommodations for two years after exiting ELL status. Click on the link below for specific accommodation details. 


ELL students with testing accommodations can take this card to testing sites to remind those administering tests of their use of accommodations. 

Mid-West RBERN Progress Monitoring Reports

This progress monitoring report kit is available to teachers looking for an informal checklist to assess students based on the NYSESLAT ToMs. It was developed by a team of ENL teachers from the region. This is a working document and will be updated continually. At this point, materials for Speaking and Listening are available. Click here to access a copy of the reports.
Mid-West RBERN Progress Monitoring Reports

For More Information:

To learn more about assessments for English Language Learners, contact: 

Mid-West RBERN
Monroe 2 Orleans BOCES
Ph: 585-352-2790