Question of the Week
Q: When is the deadline to complete the district and school onboarding survey for the Spring 2026 SAT Junior State Administration?
A: The deadline to complete the district and school onboarding survey has been extended to Wednesday, Oct. 29.
District and School onboarding ensures that eligible schools are properly set up for the SAT state administration through College Board’s SAT Suite Ordering and Registration (SSOR) system and provides access to essential College Board systems for district and school staff beginning in late January 2026.
It is critical that both districts and schools complete the setup surveys in SSOR. Failure to do so may result in delayed communications or access issues.
District Assessment Coordinators (DACs) received an email from College Board on Monday, Oct. 6 that included:
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with step-by-step instructions
- Access codes to obtain Access Manager rights in SSOR
Please refer to the email to complete the setup survey. DACs should check spam folders if the email is not found in the inbox. For additional assistance with access, contact Christen Roseberry.
Timeline
- The school and district setup survey will remain available through Wednesday, Oct. 29.
- Schools may make updates after their initial submission.
- Please ensure that both the district and school setup surveys have been completed by the deadline.
Account Requirements
All staff who will use SSOR to support the Spring 2026 SAT Junior State Administration must have a College Board Professional Account.
For any questions, please contact Christen Roseberry.
Student Registration Database (SRD) Training Available
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) is pleased to announce that the training for the Student Registration Database (SRD) is now available ahead of the system's official opening. Districts will have access to the SRD starting tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 28, to begin editing and verifying student rosters for the upcoming testing Window.
The training is designed to ensure all district staff are fully prepared to navigate the SRD effectively, allowing for accurate updates and verification of student data. The training covers essential features of the database, including roster editing, data entry and submission procedures.
It is highly recommended that all relevant district personnel complete the training prior to the SRD opening to ensure a smooth and efficient process. The SRD plays a critical role in managing student information, and timely updates are essential for compliance and reporting accuracy.
Links to Trainings:
For questions, please contact Krista Mullins.
Alternate Kentucky Summative Assessment (AKSA) Window 1 Administration to Begin Monday, Nov. 10
Administration of Window 1 for the AKSA begins on Monday, Nov. 10 and runs through Friday, Dec. 19. The SRD will open for score entry on Monday, Nov. 10 and will close on Monday, Dec. 22.
For questions, please contact Krista Mullins.
AKSA Overview and Attainment Tasks (AT) Combined Training Qualification Quiz Closes Friday, Nov. 7
The AKSA Qualification Quiz closes on Friday, Nov. 7. The AKSA test administrator must pass the qualification quiz prior to administering the AT, and a copy of the quiz certificate must be given to the DAC. Test Administrators will be certified in the SRD and have access to the SRD after successfully passing the quiz.
For questions, please contact Krista Mullins.
Spring 2026 SAT Junior State Administration – Understanding the New SAT: “More from One Score”
Change often brings both challenge and opportunity, and the transition to the new SAT is no exception. With a redesigned test comes an updated score report for students and families to explore. To help everyone better understand and navigate these changes, the College Board has released several helpful resources.
DACs are encouraged to share the following materials with school staff, students and families:
For any questions, please contact Christen Roseberry.
November WIDA Assessment Webinars
Please join WIDA and Data Recognition Corporation (DRC) to learn about the following topics:
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WIDA ACCESS Technology Support and Online Preparedness Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 1 p.m. CT
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WIDA ACCESS for Kindergarten for New Test Administrators Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 1 p.m. CT
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Managing Student Information for WIDA ACCESS Testing Thursday, Nov. 13 at 1 p.m. CT
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WIDA Alternate ACCESS for New Test Administrators Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 1:00 p.m. CT
Learn more and add these upcoming webinars to your calendar on the Webinars page (login required). WIDA Assessment Webinars typically take an hour.
Can’t make it? The recordings for Assessment Webinars are posted to the WIDA Secure Portal on the Webinars page within a week of the presentation. You can find technology-related webinar links in WIDA AMS. On the landing page, select Documents and filter the Document Type by Memos/Documents.
For questions, please contact Chris Williams.
WIDA and DRC Customer Service Hours
The WIDA Client Services Center will hold extended hours starting Monday, Nov. 3:
- Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT
- Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
As a reminder, DRC Customer Service is available Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT.
For questions, please contact Chris Williams.
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