Our final conference of 2025 is in the books!
Huge thanks to the Mississippi Literacy Association for hosting us and to everyone who visited our booth or joined our sessions.
We loved connecting with Mississippi’s EL educators. Here’s to a strong finish to 2025 and a great 2026!
#ELL #MLL #ELPA21
Huge thanks to the Mississippi Literacy Association for hosting us and to everyone who visited our booth or joined our sessions.
We loved connecting with Mississippi’s EL educators. Here’s to a strong finish to 2025 and a great 2026!
#ELL #MLL #ELPA21
December 10, 2025 at 6:17 PM
👋 Welcome to ELPA21 on Bluesky!
We’ll be sharing updates, resources, and insights about the ELPA21 Assessment System, while connecting with educators and leaders who support multilingual learners every day.
We're glad to have you with us!
www.elpa21.org
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
We’ll be sharing updates, resources, and insights about the ELPA21 Assessment System, while connecting with educators and leaders who support multilingual learners every day.
We're glad to have you with us!
www.elpa21.org
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
September 15, 2025 at 5:23 PM
👋 Welcome to ELPA21 on Bluesky!
We’ll be sharing updates, resources, and insights about the ELPA21 Assessment System, while connecting with educators and leaders who support multilingual learners every day.
We're glad to have you with us!
www.elpa21.org
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
We’ll be sharing updates, resources, and insights about the ELPA21 Assessment System, while connecting with educators and leaders who support multilingual learners every day.
We're glad to have you with us!
www.elpa21.org
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
📢 The latest edition of the ELPA21 Insider Newsletter is now available on our blog!
Get ready for upcoming summative testing windows with training reminders, state portal resources, and free tools for educators working with English learners.
elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
#ELPA21 #EdChat #ELL
Get ready for upcoming summative testing windows with training reminders, state portal resources, and free tools for educators working with English learners.
elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
#ELPA21 #EdChat #ELL
January 22, 2026 at 4:56 PM
📢 The latest edition of the ELPA21 Insider Newsletter is now available on our blog!
Get ready for upcoming summative testing windows with training reminders, state portal resources, and free tools for educators working with English learners.
elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
#ELPA21 #EdChat #ELL
Get ready for upcoming summative testing windows with training reminders, state portal resources, and free tools for educators working with English learners.
elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
#ELPA21 #EdChat #ELL
Woohoo! We're joined by our ELPA21 team here. Welcome @elpa21.bsky.social - by following them!
👋 Welcome to ELPA21 on Bluesky!
We’ll be sharing updates, resources, and insights about the ELPA21 Assessment System, while connecting with educators and leaders who support multilingual learners every day.
We're glad to have you with us!
www.elpa21.org
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
We’ll be sharing updates, resources, and insights about the ELPA21 Assessment System, while connecting with educators and leaders who support multilingual learners every day.
We're glad to have you with us!
www.elpa21.org
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
September 17, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Woohoo! We're joined by our ELPA21 team here. Welcome @elpa21.bsky.social - by following them!
📚 A new school year is underway! If you’ll be administering ELPA21 assessments this year, our Test Administrator Training guide is a great place to start.
Learn how to access training, log in, and find support when you need it.
🔗 elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Learn how to access training, log in, and find support when you need it.
🔗 elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
September 10, 2026 at 5:22 PM
📚 A new school year is underway! If you’ll be administering ELPA21 assessments this year, our Test Administrator Training guide is a great place to start.
Learn how to access training, log in, and find support when you need it.
🔗 elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Learn how to access training, log in, and find support when you need it.
🔗 elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
📢 The latest ELPA21 Insider Newsletter is now on our blog!
Inside: TA training tips, state portal resources, and free classroom supports to help you support English learners.
Read here 👉 elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
Subscribe for early access + extras!
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Inside: TA training tips, state portal resources, and free classroom supports to help you support English learners.
Read here 👉 elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
Subscribe for early access + extras!
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
September 30, 2025 at 6:42 PM
📢 The latest ELPA21 Insider Newsletter is now on our blog!
Inside: TA training tips, state portal resources, and free classroom supports to help you support English learners.
Read here 👉 elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
Subscribe for early access + extras!
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Inside: TA training tips, state portal resources, and free classroom supports to help you support English learners.
Read here 👉 elpa21.org/elpa21-insid...
Subscribe for early access + extras!
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
What is the best research out there discussing state English tests for English Language Learners (WIDA, ELPAC, ELPA21, etc.), comparing them and exploring how valid or not valid they are?
March 20, 2026 at 11:09 PM
What is the best research out there discussing state English tests for English Language Learners (WIDA, ELPAC, ELPA21, etc.), comparing them and exploring how valid or not valid they are?
🗺️ Following up on our recent look at the ELPA21 assessment process, here’s a handy resource to keep close by!
The ELPA21 Assessment Process Roadmap provides a one-page, at-a-glance guide to the EL assessment journey.
📌 Download it here: elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
The ELPA21 Assessment Process Roadmap provides a one-page, at-a-glance guide to the EL assessment journey.
📌 Download it here: elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
August 21, 2026 at 4:03 PM
🗺️ Following up on our recent look at the ELPA21 assessment process, here’s a handy resource to keep close by!
The ELPA21 Assessment Process Roadmap provides a one-page, at-a-glance guide to the EL assessment journey.
📌 Download it here: elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
The ELPA21 Assessment Process Roadmap provides a one-page, at-a-glance guide to the EL assessment journey.
📌 Download it here: elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
It was great to have @elpa21.bsky.social at #MIDTESOL25
December 4, 2025 at 9:17 PM
It was great to have @elpa21.bsky.social at #MIDTESOL25
📣 ELPA21 training is moving to a new platform!
Starting July 1, 2026, our training system will transition to ClearCourse for a more streamlined experience with fewer logins and easier access to the tools you need.
Learn more in our latest blog post.
elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
Starting July 1, 2026, our training system will transition to ClearCourse for a more streamlined experience with fewer logins and easier access to the tools you need.
Learn more in our latest blog post.
elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
April 30, 2026 at 3:44 PM
📣 ELPA21 training is moving to a new platform!
Starting July 1, 2026, our training system will transition to ClearCourse for a more streamlined experience with fewer logins and easier access to the tools you need.
Learn more in our latest blog post.
elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
Starting July 1, 2026, our training system will transition to ClearCourse for a more streamlined experience with fewer logins and easier access to the tools you need.
Learn more in our latest blog post.
elpa21.org/elpa21-train...
ELPA21 is hiring an Implementation Project Coordinator!
Support our Assessment Design team with project documentation, reporting, and coordination. Hybrid (UCLA campus) with potential for remote work.
Apply: jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/8699
#Hiring #HigherEdJobs #ELPA21
Support our Assessment Design team with project documentation, reporting, and coordination. Hybrid (UCLA campus) with potential for remote work.
Apply: jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/8699
#Hiring #HigherEdJobs #ELPA21
May 1, 2026 at 11:27 PM
ELPA21 is hiring an Implementation Project Coordinator!
Support our Assessment Design team with project documentation, reporting, and coordination. Hybrid (UCLA campus) with potential for remote work.
Apply: jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/8699
#Hiring #HigherEdJobs #ELPA21
Support our Assessment Design team with project documentation, reporting, and coordination. Hybrid (UCLA campus) with potential for remote work.
Apply: jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/8699
#Hiring #HigherEdJobs #ELPA21
Join ELPA21 at the 2025 #TNTESOL Conference in Memphis, Nov 13–15!
Visit booth V112 to explore classroom resources, PD opportunities & learn more about how the ELPA21 Assessment System supports ELs in Tennessee.
Don’t miss our Friday sessions on formative assessment & tech for ELs!
#ELPA21 #ELL
Visit booth V112 to explore classroom resources, PD opportunities & learn more about how the ELPA21 Assessment System supports ELs in Tennessee.
Don’t miss our Friday sessions on formative assessment & tech for ELs!
#ELPA21 #ELL
November 12, 2025 at 7:17 PM
📚 Our most popular resource: the ELP Standards!
Spanning K–12, the 10 ELP Standards provide a framework for understanding and assessing students’ progress toward English language proficiency across grade bands and proficiency levels.
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Spanning K–12, the 10 ELP Standards provide a framework for understanding and assessing students’ progress toward English language proficiency across grade bands and proficiency levels.
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
August 25, 2026 at 6:30 PM
📚 Our most popular resource: the ELP Standards!
Spanning K–12, the 10 ELP Standards provide a framework for understanding and assessing students’ progress toward English language proficiency across grade bands and proficiency levels.
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Spanning K–12, the 10 ELP Standards provide a framework for understanding and assessing students’ progress toward English language proficiency across grade bands and proficiency levels.
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
🔎 Get to know the ELPA21 Dynamic Screener!
Our one-page guide provides a quick overview of this year-round assessment, including who takes it, testing times, format, uses of scores, and more.
📌 Download it and keep it handy!
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
Our one-page guide provides a quick overview of this year-round assessment, including who takes it, testing times, format, uses of scores, and more.
📌 Download it and keep it handy!
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
September 11, 2026 at 10:04 PM
🔎 Get to know the ELPA21 Dynamic Screener!
Our one-page guide provides a quick overview of this year-round assessment, including who takes it, testing times, format, uses of scores, and more.
📌 Download it and keep it handy!
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
Our one-page guide provides a quick overview of this year-round assessment, including who takes it, testing times, format, uses of scores, and more.
📌 Download it and keep it handy!
🔗 elpa21.org/wp-content/u...
New on the ELPA21 blog! 🌟 Whether you’re new to the assessment system or need a refresher, our guide covers everything from TA training to summative testing—plus a 1-page flyer & resources to support you all year!
Read more 👉 elpa21.org/the-assessme...
Read more 👉 elpa21.org/the-assessme...
September 24, 2025 at 10:59 PM
New on the ELPA21 blog! 🌟 Whether you’re new to the assessment system or need a refresher, our guide covers everything from TA training to summative testing—plus a 1-page flyer & resources to support you all year!
Read more 👉 elpa21.org/the-assessme...
Read more 👉 elpa21.org/the-assessme...
We’re excited to present at #NCME2026!
🗣️ Challenges and Innovations in Developing and Validating an ELP Assessment for an Alternate Population
🗓 April 9
⏰ 11:30 AM–12:45 PM PT
📍 Majestic Room
Congratulations to Eunhee Keum and Jenny Kao on having their work selected for presentation!
#ELPA21
🗣️ Challenges and Innovations in Developing and Validating an ELP Assessment for an Alternate Population
🗓 April 9
⏰ 11:30 AM–12:45 PM PT
📍 Majestic Room
Congratulations to Eunhee Keum and Jenny Kao on having their work selected for presentation!
#ELPA21
April 2, 2026 at 4:29 PM
📣 ELPA21 is heading to #NCSA2026!
Join us in Austin for two presentations on assessment innovation and English learner instruction, and visit Booths 407 & 409 to learn more about ELPA21 resources and services.
We look forward to connecting with our colleagues from across the country!
#ELL #MLL
Join us in Austin for two presentations on assessment innovation and English learner instruction, and visit Booths 407 & 409 to learn more about ELPA21 resources and services.
We look forward to connecting with our colleagues from across the country!
#ELL #MLL
June 18, 2026 at 7:37 PM
📣 Join ELPA21 at #ORTESOL2025 this Saturday, Oct. 25, at Portland Community College, Sylvania!
Visit our booth & catch our sessions:
10:45 AM – Formative Warm-up Activities
3:10 PM – Designing ELPA Speaking Tasks
See you soon, Portland!
👉 ortesol.wildapricot.org/event-6215194
#ELL #MLL #ELPA21
Visit our booth & catch our sessions:
10:45 AM – Formative Warm-up Activities
3:10 PM – Designing ELPA Speaking Tasks
See you soon, Portland!
👉 ortesol.wildapricot.org/event-6215194
#ELL #MLL #ELPA21
October 22, 2025 at 6:40 PM
📣 Join ELPA21 at #ORTESOL2025 this Saturday, Oct. 25, at Portland Community College, Sylvania!
Visit our booth & catch our sessions:
10:45 AM – Formative Warm-up Activities
3:10 PM – Designing ELPA Speaking Tasks
See you soon, Portland!
👉 ortesol.wildapricot.org/event-6215194
#ELL #MLL #ELPA21
Visit our booth & catch our sessions:
10:45 AM – Formative Warm-up Activities
3:10 PM – Designing ELPA Speaking Tasks
See you soon, Portland!
👉 ortesol.wildapricot.org/event-6215194
#ELL #MLL #ELPA21
🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:
Apple Podcasts 🍎
hubs.la/Q047qb910
Spotify 🟢
hubs.la/Q047q5G00
#ASSETSPodcast #ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Apple Podcasts 🍎
hubs.la/Q047qb910
Spotify 🟢
hubs.la/Q047q5G00
#ASSETSPodcast #ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
April 7, 2026 at 11:23 PM
🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:
Apple Podcasts 🍎
hubs.la/Q047qb910
Spotify 🟢
hubs.la/Q047q5G00
#ASSETSPodcast #ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Apple Podcasts 🍎
hubs.la/Q047qb910
Spotify 🟢
hubs.la/Q047q5G00
#ASSETSPodcast #ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
#MIDTESOL attendees!
Don’t miss our workshop:
Formative Assessment: A Framework for Supporting EL Success in the Classroom
📅 Today | ⏰ 10–11:30 AM (CT) | 📍 Room 123
Learn a four-step framework to boost English learner outcomes in both language- and content-focused classrooms.
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
Don’t miss our workshop:
Formative Assessment: A Framework for Supporting EL Success in the Classroom
📅 Today | ⏰ 10–11:30 AM (CT) | 📍 Room 123
Learn a four-step framework to boost English learner outcomes in both language- and content-focused classrooms.
#ELPA21 #ELL #MLL
October 3, 2025 at 1:34 PM
ELPA21 was honored to present at last week's CCSSO Collaboratives in San Diego!
Our Executive Director, Cathryn Still, and Jennifer Denne from the Iowa Dept. of Education led a session on identifying students for the Alt ELP Screener, promoting inclusion, and accessibility for MLs.
#ELPA21 #CCSSO
Our Executive Director, Cathryn Still, and Jennifer Denne from the Iowa Dept. of Education led a session on identifying students for the Alt ELP Screener, promoting inclusion, and accessibility for MLs.
#ELPA21 #CCSSO
November 6, 2025 at 7:59 PM
🚨 Exciting update! Our Facebook group EL Collaborate has been refreshed as the go-to space for all things ELPA21 🎉
✅ Updates & resources
✅ Direct Q&A with the ELPA21 team
✅ Monthly giveaways for active members
Join today & be part of the conversation!
👉 www.facebook.com/groups/46158...
✅ Updates & resources
✅ Direct Q&A with the ELPA21 team
✅ Monthly giveaways for active members
Join today & be part of the conversation!
👉 www.facebook.com/groups/46158...
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October 7, 2025 at 4:44 PM
🚨 Exciting update! Our Facebook group EL Collaborate has been refreshed as the go-to space for all things ELPA21 🎉
✅ Updates & resources
✅ Direct Q&A with the ELPA21 team
✅ Monthly giveaways for active members
Join today & be part of the conversation!
👉 www.facebook.com/groups/46158...
✅ Updates & resources
✅ Direct Q&A with the ELPA21 team
✅ Monthly giveaways for active members
Join today & be part of the conversation!
👉 www.facebook.com/groups/46158...