• About the ELPAC

     

    The English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) is the required state test for English language proficiency (ELP) that must be given to students whose primary language is a language other than English. State and federal law require that local educational agencies administer a state test of ELP to eligible students in kindergarten (or year one of a two-year kindergarten program, sometimes referred to as “transitional kindergarten”) through grade twelve (ages 3-21). The California Department of Education (CDE) transitioned from the California English Language Development Test (CELDT) to the ELPAC as the state ELP assessment in 2018. The ELPAC is aligned with California’s 2012 English Language Development Standards and is comprised of two separate ELP assessments:

    1. Initial ELPAC or Initial Alternate ELPAC—an initial identification of students as English learners
    2. Summative ELPAC or Summative Alternate ELPAC—an annual summative assessment to measure an English learner's progress in learning English and to identify the student's ELP level

    Introduction to the Initial ELPAC for Parents Video

    The video "Introduction to the Initial ELPAC for Parents" provides information about the Initial ELPAC including its purpose, an explanation of who takes the test, and a description of how parents and guardians will be notified of their child's results.

    This video is recommended for parents and guardians who want to learn more about the ELPAC.

    The "Introduction to the Initial ELPAC for Parents" video is available in both English and Spanish.

    Computer-based ELPAC Overview Video

    The "Computer-based ELPAC Overview" video provides general information about the ELPAC, including its importance and purpose, an explanation of who takes the test, how it is administered, and general resources available.

    The "Computer-based ELPAC Overview" video is available in both English and Spanish.

    Introduction to the Alternate ELPAC for Parents Video

    The video, "Introduction to the Alternate ELPAC for Parents," provides information about the Alternate ELPAC including its purpose, an explanation of who takes the test, and a description of how students can use their preferred communication mode to respond to questions.

    This video is recommended for parents and guardians who want to learn more about the Alternate ELPAC. "The Introduction to the Alternate ELPAC for Parents" video is currently available in English and Spanish.

     

    Summative ELPAC Student Score Report Video

    This video is recommended for parents and guardians, teachers, and educators who want to learn more about how to understand the Summative ELPAC Student Score Report.

     

    The Summative ELPAC Student Score Report video is available in both English and Spanish.

    Summative ELPAC Student Score Report Video: English (Video; 11:55) (Posted 9/5/21)

    Summative ELPAC Student Score Report Video: Spanish (Video; 14:41) (Posted 11/1/21)

     

     

  • Starting Smarter for the ELPAC

    Using this website, families can become involved in their child’s progress and:

    • Learn more about the performance areas in each subject and grade.
    • See sample test questions.
    • Prepare for parent-teacher conferences with a useful downloadable guide.
    • Access high-quality resources to support learning at home.

    https://elpac.startingsmarter.org/

    Starting Smarter for the ELPAC (Español)

    Con el uso de este sitio web, las familias pueden involucrarse en el progreso de su hijo/a y:

    •  Aprenda más sobre las áreas de desempeño en cada materia y grado.
    •  Vea ejemplos de preguntas de la prueba.
    •  Prepárese para las conferencias de padres y maestros con una guía útil que puede descargar.
    •  Acceda a recursos de alta calidad para apoyar el aprendizaje en casa.

    https://elpac.startingsmarter.org/es/