 July 2025 Assessment Compass Update
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Announcing New Alternate Statewide Assessments for 2025-2026 School Year
Beginning in the 2025–2026 school year, the Dynamic Learning Map (DLM) will replace both the Multi-State Alternate Assessment (MSAA) and the Alternate Montana Science Assessment (AMSA).
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All alternate assessments will now be administered on the Kite platform to align with the administration of MAST.
The DLM math and ELA assessments follow an instructionally embedded model, with multiple testlets administered during both fall and spring testing windows. Science assessments will also consist of multiple testlets but will be administered only during the spring window.
View the Introduction to DLM Assessment Webinar Recording for an overview of the DLM. model, to learn about key resources to help you prepare ahead of fall training, and hear questions from attendees.
For more thorough information on the DLM ELA/math assessment, navigate to the DLM Montana State website.
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Help Shape Montana's Assessments
The OPI is seeking passionate educators and stakeholders to join the Assessment Implementation Committee (AIC) and help guide the second year of the Montana Aligned to Standards Through-Year (MAST) assessment.
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The committee will meet monthly for 1 hour starting in September 2025 through the school year. We’re looking for a diverse group with a range of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
Apply now to be part of this important work!
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Opportunity to Provide Feedback
The OPI Assessment Unit encourages System Test Coordinators (STCs) to share their feedback to assist the OPI Assessment Unit in enhancing the MontCAS program for future years.
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STCs who have not already done so can complete the 2024-2025 STC MontCAS Debrief Form before July 1, 2025. Not only does the form provide feedback, but STCs can receive professional development units for their statewide assessment related work over this past school year.
New for the 2024-2025 school year, the OPI Assessment Unit has introduced the Focused Support Video Series. See the Stay Informed page of the OPI Statewide Testing webpages to view Focused Support Videos.
Subscribe to the OPI Assessment Unit’s YouTube Channel to view recorded webinars, support videos, program overviews, and STC Workshop sessions.
Direct questions to the OPI Assessment Help Desk at OPIAssessmentHelpDesk@mt.gov, or 1-844-867-2569.
The OPI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, require an alternate format, or have questions concerning accessibility, contact the OPI ADA Coordinator, 406-444-3161, opiada@mt.gov, Relay Service: 711.
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