New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT)

NYSESLAT - Determining an English Language Learner's English Performance Level (110 Kb)

2009 NYSESLAT Parent Brochures

This informational brochure describes NYSESLAT and how it measures the progress of English language learners. From this brochure, parents will also learn what they can do to help their children meet the challenges of NYSESLAT. English (820 Kb)

2009-10 Elementary- and Intermediate-Level Testing Schedule (66 Kb) - revised, November 24, 2009

Memorandum: A Change in Make-up Dates for the 2010 NYSESLAT (48 Kb)

Important Notice for NYSESLAT, Grades 2-4, Speaking only (9.7 Kb)

Item Maps

2009 NYSESLAT School Administrator's Manual (1.1 Mb)

Questions and Answers for Administering and Scoring the 2008 NYSESLAT

If your school has a question that is not on the FAQ, please contact Harcourt’s Customer Support Center (CSC) at 1-800-763-2306 or e-mail customersupportcenter@harcourt.com.

2008 NYSESLAT Parent Brochures

This informational brochure describes NYSESLAT and how it measures the progress of English language learners. From this brochure, parents will also learn what they can do to help their children meet the challenges of NYSESLAT. The brochures are available in English (31 Kb)

Dates of Elementary- and Intermediate-Level State Assessments for the 2008-2009 School Year Includes testing dates for the 2008-09 NYSESLAT. (119.65 Kb) - revised, 12/11/08

2007 NYSESLAT Test Samplers and Teachers Directions

The purpose of the Test Samplers is to prepare students for taking the New York State English as a Second Language Test (NYSESLAT), so they will be familiar with the types of questions that will appear on the test. There are five NYSESLAT Test Samplers with Directions for Administration for students in grades K-1, 2-4, 5-6, 7-8, and 9-12 - March 2007.

Teacher Recruitment Information: 

This information is for bilingual/ESL teachers interested in participating in the various NYSESLAT test development activities. A recruitment form as well as tentative dates are available - February 6, 2007.

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