Test Administrators/Coordinators

Understanding ELPA21 Scores: From Assessment to Action

Each year, ELPA21 assessments provide important information about how English learners are developing the language skills they need to succeed in school. For educators, these results help guide instruction and support planning. For parents and caregivers, they offer a clear picture of how their student is progressing and where additional support may be helpful. This […]

ELPA21 Training System Transition: What You Need to Know

ELPA21 is transitioning to a new training platform designed to simplify and streamline the annual certification process for test administrators and coordinators. This change is part of a broader effort to reduce the number of systems educators need to navigate and to create a more cohesive, user-friendly experience. By bringing training into the same platform […]

New Classroom Resources from UCLA CRESST for Multilingual Learners

As classrooms continue to evolve, so do the tools educators use to support meaningful, language-rich learning experiences. This year, we’re excited to share two new resources from our friends at UCLA CRESST for Multilingual Learners, each designed to help educators plan, scaffold, and deliver instruction that meets the diverse needs of English learners. Together, the […]

ELPA21 Insider Newsletter: Fall 2025

Greetings, Insiders! The 2025–26 school year is here, and all of us at ELPA21 hope yours is off to an amazing start. We know the first weeks can be a whirlwind of excitement and activity, so in this edition of the ELPA21 Insider, we’ve pulled together helpful links, resources, and updates to make things a […]

The ELPA21 Assessment Process Overview

If you or your state are new to the ELPA21 Assessment System—or if you simply need a refresher—this article will help you start the school year with confidence. Feel free to bookmark it for future reference or share it with a colleague who may find it useful. For your convenience, you can also download a […]