Accommodations

The allowable accommodations for each BOY/MOY/EOY assessment are different for each platform and are not STAAR accommodations. Campuses are not allowed to provide non-allowable accommodations on ANY assessment.

In each section below we will give you a list of the allowable accommodations for each assessment platform. 

i-READY allowable accommodations

NWEA MAP allowable accommodations

mCLASS allowable accommodations (extremely limited)

In order for a student to receive an accommodation on BOY/MOY/EOY assessments, the specific ALLOWABLE accommodation must be listed in the student’s IEP/IAP/EB Accom plan official documentation for the specific test and test subject by the accommodation deadline for the assessment window.

• You are not allowed to give non-allowable accommodations on any assessment even if it listed in their IEP/IAP/EB documentation.

  • Example - Even if content language supports and supplemental aids are listed in the student’s IEP paperwork for MAP Science for their grade level; the student is not allowed to have those accommodations on MAP Science because they are not allowable, valid, accommodations for the assessment platform.

• You are not allowed to give accommodations that are listed for other assessments/subjects but not for actual assessment/subject.

  • Example- You are not allowed to give a student TTS on MAP science if their TTS accommodation is not listed under science. Even if the student has TTS for every other subject.

• CTCs and campus special populations teams are responsible for creating a verified list of students with allowable accommodations for BOY/MOY/EOY testing 

  • Testhound only provides us with a list of STAAR specific accommodations. Since these accommodations are NOT the same accommodations allowed on i-Ready, MAP, and mCLASS, we will not use testhound for BOY/MOY/EOY testing this year.

Accommodations and modifications are planned deviations from standardized testing protocol. The purpose of these assessments is to see an accurate picture of the student’s abilities so that individual student performance over time can be accurately measured. The assessment is created in a way that there should be no need for additional accommodations because it is designed to be a universal diagnostic/benchmark. These are assessment tools that are appropriate for capturing the developing reading/math skills of all students learning to read/math, with few exceptions. 

Assessment Accommodations (see the list of allowable accommodations for each assessment using the links above)

·         Minor changes to assessment procedures

·         Unlikely to change the meaning of the assessment results

·         Approved by assessment developers and other assessment professionals- the KTX Assessment Team Policies.

·         Used only when an accurate assessment score is unlikely to be obtained without the accommodation

o   Without them, the assessment would be measuring something other than the intended targeted skill

o   Example: using braille testing materials for a blind student or amplification devices for HoH students.

·         Must be specified in the student’s IEP/IAP/MTSS/EB or 504 plan.

o   If an allowable approved accommodation is used, it must be marked on the assessment, checked in system when entering scores, or otherwise documented as required.

o   Approved allowable accommodations are intended to be used for students to provide more accurate scores for those students who need the accommodation, thus scores can be used as any other scores can be used. The scores are considered to be valid.

Assessment Modifications - Anything not on the approved allowable accommodation list is NOT ALLOWED (even if it is in the student’s IEP).

MODIFICATIONS:  Are significant changes to the standardized procedures and render results that are likely to be meaningfully different than they would have been without the modification. They do not allow us to compare student data across time/cohorts/etc.

Prior to assigning accommodations please set up a meeting with Special Pops - LPAC, 504, MTSS (RTI), & ARD to review & finalize accommodations.  

Allowable NWEA MAP Science Accommodations

These are the only accommodations allowed on MAP Science.

Embedded accommodation

o   Text-to-speech (audio support, spoken audio) A student can use this feature to hear audio of item content.  This must be turned on by the CTC during test session set up, prior to the test day.

·         Non-embedded accommodations

o   Abacus (individualized manipulatives): This accommodation may be used in place of scratch paper for students who typically use an abacus.

o   Assistive technology (alternate response options, word processor, or similar keyboarding device to respond to items): The student can use assistive technology, which includes supports such as typing on customized keyboards; assistance with using a mouse, mouth or head stick, or other pointing devices; sticky keys; touch screen; and trackball.

o   Calculator (calculation device): A student uses a specific calculation device (e.g., large key, talking, or other).

o   Extended time: Schools can allow flexible scheduling for a student test administration (for example, testing longer than a scheduled test session, multiple breaks). MAP tests are untimed.

o   Human signer (sign language, sign interpretation of test): A test administrator who is fluent in the language can sign test and question content. The student may also dictate responses by signing.

o   Multiplication table: A student can use a paper-based single digit (1–9) multiplication table. 

o   Refreshable braille: A student can use a refreshable braille device that provides a raised-dot code that they can read with their fingertips.

o   Screen reader: Students with no or low vision can use a software application that identifies and interprets what is displayed on the screen (e.g., text, images).

o   Scribe: The student can dictate their responses to an experienced educator who records verbatim what the student dictates.

As accommodations are added on a student’s IEP, IAP, and/or ELL Plan they can be used on the upcoming MAP test.   Keep in mind that accommodations are more effective when routinely used in the classroom and on assessments, and evaluated on their effectiveness. 

General Resources:

• KTX Testing Hub [bookmark this page]

• SY 25-26 CTC Tracker [Visible to KTX only]

• SY 25-26 Assessment Calendar

• SY 25-26 Assessment Strategy

• SY 25-26 KTX Assessment Handbook

• SY 25-26 KTX Key Contacts/School Dir.

• SY 25-26 documentation folder for your Campus 

• SY 2025-2026 KTX Non-completion Tracker for BOY/MOY/EOY Assessments and KTX Interim Assessments

• KTX Assessments- All Trainings and Recordings

• SY 25-26 Test Security Training, Oath, & Testing Account Information; Rollup Tracker

• FYI- SY 25-26 SGA Paths for KTX PK-8

• IT Zendesk Help Ticket

• Blank Seating Chart #1 (optional for BOY/MOY/EOY)

• Blank Seating Chart #2 (optional for BOY/MOY/EOY)

• What goes into a Testing Contingency Plan? 

• What goes into a Campus Testing Plan?

• SY 2025-2026 Cambium Shutdown info

BOY Links:

• NWEA MAP Science Test Administrator Script

• MCLASS DIBELS 8 - please follow the prompts exactly as they appear on your screen

• i-Ready Diagnostic Instructions Slide Deck

• SY 25-26 NWEA Retest Request Form

• SY 25-26 i-Ready Retest Request Form

• SY 25-26 mCLASS DIBELS 8 Retest Request form

• SY 2025- 2026 Retest Request Tracker

• NWEA MAP Account Google Request Form (for new accounts and for updates to existing accounts)

• NWEA MAP Login

• Clever Log in

• How to Assign MAZE (mCLASS 2G-8G)

• NEW! 2025 MAP Norms Quicksheet 

• 2025 MAP norms - additional info

• why MAP norms matter 

• Instructions to Assign diagnostic in Spanish (i-READY)

• mCLASS How to create student groups 

• i-READY allowable accommodations

• NWEA MAP allowable accommodations

• mCLASS allowable accommodations (extremely limited)

• i-READY Central (resources)

• i-Ready Diagnostic Resources

• i-Ready Diagnostic Instructions  Slide Deck

• I-ready asynchronous training resources

• i-Ready Diagnostic Experience

• i-ready what are adaptive diagnostics

• Preparing Students for Diagnostic PPT English/ Spanish

• Administering Leader Tool

• Administering Teacher Tool

• i-Ready Evaluación Diagnóstica de lectura en español Guide

• NWEA Creating test sessions

• NWEA Proctoring

• NWEA Lead Proctor Training

• KTX mCLASS Learning Library Google Drive

• KTX Assessment mCLASS google drive resources

• mCLASS Administration and Fidelity Checklist 

• mCLASS Implementation Planning Checklist for Administrators 

• 25-26 DIBELS Training on Cornerstone 

• mCLASS DIBELS 8 - small group plan can be used for planning testing too.

• How to Assign Maze (2G-8G)

Ask | Please ensure that your campus administers MOY Assessments and note the upcoming deadlines in your school calendar