Who Qualifies for the DLM-AA 1 Percent - 2024 Special Education Directors Conference

Oct 10, 2026

This presentation from the 2024 Special Education Directors Conference outlines the criteria for the Dynamic Learning Maps Alternate Assessment (DLM-AA) 1% threshold in Illinois. It provides educators and administrators with guidance on data-driven decision-making, the calculation method for the 1% cap, and procedures for determining support levels. The document details the requirement for submitting an LEA Justification Form and the role of the Illinois State Board of Education in monitoring and supporting districts that exceed the threshold.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages30

Reading Time1 h 16 min

AccessFree to download

Agenda

State Plan and Data-Driven Tools

Participation Guidelines

Resources and Process Components

Illinois State Plan for the 1 Percent Exception

Calculating the 1 Percent Threshold

Determining Levels of Support

Justification Form Requirements

FAQs

How is the 1 percent threshold calculated for the DLM-AA?

The calculation is performed by dividing the total number of students in grades 3-8 and 11 taking the alternate assessment by the total number of students testing in those grades across all assessments, then multiplying by 100.

What is the purpose of the Justification Form?

An LEA must submit a Justification Form to the ISBE annually if they exceed the 1 percent threshold to provide assurances, justification, and an analysis of potential disproportionality.

What levels of support does the ISBE provide to districts?

The ISBE provides leveled monitoring and supports tailored to LEAs that exceed the 1 percent threshold, including specific requirements for the submission of Action Plans and participation in monthly meetings for Level 3 support.

Oct 10, 2026

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