ELPAC Communication: November 2026
Email Update, November 2, 2026
This communication includes information about the Initial ELPAC, Summative ELPAC, Initial Alternate ELPAC, and Summative Alternate ELPAC.
Notice
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.
2026–27 Summative ELPAC AST
The updated Summative ELPAC Administration and Scoring Training (AST) is now on the Moodle Training Site (Moodle). Access codes were emailed to LEA ELPAC coordinators on October 19, 2026. Reminder: all LEAs must complete the LEA Certification Course by December 7, 2026, or may be subject to a Tier 2 audit.
2026–27 Summative Alternate ELPAC AST
The updated Summative Alternate ELPAC AST is now available on Moodle. Access codes were emailed on November 2. LEAs must certify annually within two weeks of registering an eligible student.
Summative ELPAC Materials
The primary window for ordering 2026–27 Summative ELPAC test materials (Writing domain testing materials for kindergarten through grade two) opened on November 2, 2026, and closes on December 18, 2026. Orders made during this window should arrive the week of January 11, 2027. For instructions refer to the Place Primary Orders section of the TOMS User Guide.
Pre-ID labels for students enrolled as of December 21, 2026 will be shipped to LEAs automatically and will arrive the week of January 19, 2027. More dates and information can be found on the Summative ELPAC Test Materials section of the Ordering Test Materials web page.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2555—Reclassification Changes
AB 2555 has changed California Education Code 313 to remove criteria 2–4 from the reclassification requirements. Beginning with the 2025–26 summative results and onwards, EL students are eligible for reclassification once they meet the SBE-approved threshold for the Summative ELPAC (Overall Performance Level 4) or the Summative Alternate ELPAC (Overall Performance Level 3). More information can be found on the AB 2555 Reclassification FAQs web page and the CALPADS Update Flash #333 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 3: Summative ELPAC AST Overview and Q&A
This question and answer session will cover updates to the test administration and scoring training and will answer questions for the upcoming Summative ELPAC administration. Register now for the November 2026 Summative ELPAC AST Overview and Q&A.
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 17: Summative Alternate ELPAC AST Overview and Q&A
This question and answer session will cover updates to the test administration and scoring training and will answer questions for the upcoming Summative Alternate ELPAC administration. Register now for the November 2026 Summative Alternate ELPAC AST Overview and Q&A.
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 Summative ELPAC Writing Range Finding Meeting begins March 9, 2027, for grades three through twelve, and April 6 for kindergarten through grade two. The application closes November 13, 2026.
- The Alternate ELPAC Item Review Meeting will be held April 13–15, 2027. The application closes December 18, 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 ELPAC Monthly Communications
Previous ELPAC 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 Moodle, certification, and calibration to moodlesupport@scoe.net.
For further support, visit the Contact Us web page.
Sincerely,
California Outreach Team
CAASPP & ELPAC Website