CAASPP Communication: November 2026
Email Update, November 2, 2026
This communication includes information and updates about CAASPP.
Notices
2025–26 Test Results for California’s Assessments
Statewide aggregated results for the 2025–26 CAASPP and ELPAC are now publicly available on the Test Results for California’s Assessments website. For more information about the aligned release of the 2026 California School Dashboard and public release of 2025–26 CAASPP and ELPAC aggregate results, visit the Aligned Dashboard and Assessment Data Release web page.
Test Security
Test security is everyone’s responsibility all year long!
Test Security Resources
To learn more about CAASPP and ELPAC test security guidelines and procedures, users should refer to the following resources:
- Test Security Guidelines for Test Administrators and Test Examiners (10:37)
- Test Security Guidelines for Site Coordinators and LEA Coordinators (10:27)
- Test Security web page
Upcoming Trainings
To register or locate additional details about upcoming trainings, including dates, times, and content, visit the Upcoming and On-Demand Trainings web page.
November 4: Charter School Assessment Coordinator Network Meeting
This series of quarterly meetings of the virtual Charter School Assessment Coordinator Network offers targeted support to charter school coordinators and administrators through the sharing of assessment updates, best practices, and support networks. Register now for the November 2026 Charter School Assessment Coordinator Network Meeting.
November 10: Coffee Session
Coffee Sessions, hosted by the California Department of Education and ETS, offer timely reminders and updates and provide opportunities for LEA staff to ask questions and get answers about assessments, trainings, resources, and more. Register once on the Coffee Session Series registration web page to attend all upcoming sessions.
November 18: ATLAS 2026–27 Webinar Series
Registration is now open for the Authentic Tasks for Learning and Assessment in Science (ATLAS) Webinar Series. Hear directly from California teachers about how they use performance tasks to make students’ scientific reasoning visible and learn ways that coaches and LEA leaders can help teachers find resources on ATLAS. The first webinar in this three-part series is titled Seeing Student Sensemaking: ATLAS Performance Tasks as a Path to Teaching, Learning, and Assessment for the Next Generation Science Standards.
November 18: CERS Essentials—Making Custom Student Groups That Work for You
This session in the CERS Essentials Training Series will focus on how to create and view results for custom groups in CERS. Register now for the 2026–27 CERS Essentials Training Series.
November 19: New Coordinator Training Webinar—Preparing for Testing
This is a series of webinars throughout the year with just-in-time information for coordinators. This webinar will cover TOMS, testing windows, coordinator training expectations, and how to order required test materials. Register now for the 2026–27 New Coordinator Training Webinar Series.
November 24: Connect for Success
Connect for Success is a monthly regional meeting for LEA coordinators, hosted by your LEA Success Agents. Sessions provide timely program updates, important reminders, demonstrations of key tasks, practical guidance for navigating CAASPP and ELPAC systems, and opportunities to ask questions and connect with your regional support team.
Audience: LEA CAASPP Coordinators and LEA ELPAC Coordinators (Regions 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
- Date: November 24, 2026
- Time: 10–11 a.m.
- Registration: November Connect for Success morning session
Audience: LEA CAASPP Coordinators and LEA ELPAC Coordinators (Regions 2, 3, 9, 10, 11)
- Date: November 24, 2026
- Time: 2–3 p.m.
- Registration: November Connect for Success afternoon session
Educator Involvement Opportunities
New Educator Meeting Opportunities
Opportunities to get involved in assessment development for the 2026–27 school year are available.
- The California Science Test (CAST) Range Finding Meetings begin March 18, and then continue on April 6, 7, or 8, 2027, depending on grade-panel assignment. The application closes November 12, 2026.
- The CAAs for ELA and Mathematics Item Review Meeting will be held March 24, 25, 30, and April 1, 2027. The application closes November 30, 2026.
For a full list of available opportunities, visit the Get Involved web page. Contact the Educator Opportunities Team by phone at 916-228-2682 or by email at edopportunities@scoe.net with any questions.
On-Demand Trainings and Recordings
Recordings of the following trainings are now available on the Upcoming and On-Demand Trainings web page:
Previous CAASPP Monthly Communications
Previous CAASPP monthly communications, as well as other email communications, are located on the Coordinator Emails web page.
Additional Help
- Contact your region’s Success Agent for answers to questions about assessment coordination, development, and administration, as well as for technical support.
- Direct questions about the Moodle Training Site, certification, and calibration to moodlesupport@scoe.net.
For further support, visit the Contact Us web page.
Sincerely,
California Outreach Team
CAASPP & ELPAC Website