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Important Information
February 9-13, 2026 – Districts must notify NWEA of their chosen test model utilizing the Acacia platform. NWEA will contact districts with more details as the due date approaches.
Nebraska Education Profile
The Nebraska Educator Profile (NEP) provides information and data about Nebraska public schools and student performance. The NEP highlights the performance of students by district and school building in English Language Arts, mathematics, writing, and science as well as performance by groups of students, including race and ethnicity, special education, and English learners. Read more details here.
NSCAS Statewide Assessment Theory of Action
The Nebraska Statewide Assessment Theory of Action serves as a guide, or rationale, for decision-making regarding Nebraska’s statewide assessment system. At the center of all decisions is the student and Nebraska educator.
Public Comment: One Percent Alternate Assessment Waiver
2025-2026 Summative Assessment Test Dates
NSCAS General
March 23 – May 1, 2026
NSCAS Alternate Window
March 23 – May 1, 2026
Test Event 1 – Initial
Standard Administration (Paper): March 24, 2026
Accommodations Administration (Paper): March 24-27; March 30-31; April 1-3, 2026
Standard & ACT-Authorized Accommodations (Online): March 24-27; March 30-31; April 1-3, 2026
Test Event 2 – Initial and Make-up
Standard Administration (Paper): April 7, 2026
Accommodations Administration (Paper): April 7-10; April 13-17, 2026
Standard & ACT-Authorized Accommodations (Online): April 7-10; April 13-17, 2026
Test Event 3 – Make-up Only
Standard Administration (Paper): April 21, 2026
Accommodations Administration (Paper): April 21-24; April 27-30; May 1, 2026
Standard & ACT-Authorized Accommodations (Online): April 21-24; April 27-30; May 1, 2026
ELPA21 & Alternative ELPA Window
January 26 – March 13, 2026
Download the complete 2025-2026 NSCAS Testing Window accessible PDF (includes New/Existing Student Cutoff Dates).
Download the 2026-2027 NSCAS Testing Windows accessible PDF
NSCAS Summative Assessments
Formative Assessment Supports Network
NWEA Customer Service: 855-225-9926
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