OSAS Assessment and Survey Administration Resources

This webpage is designed to assist District Test Coordinators (DTCs), School Test Coordinators (STCs), and Test Administrators (TAs) in giving valid and reliable state assessments and the SEED survey in a timely and secure manner.

Administering Statewide Assessments and SEED Survey

Find the manuals, system guides, and assessment-specific instructions needed to administer statewide assessments consistently and securely.

OSAS Portal: The OSAS Portal supports test administration, accessibility settings, participation and performance reporting, and student practice tests.
Assessment Training Materials
Find required trainings, presentations, modules, and supporting materials for assessment coordinators (DTCs and STCs) and test administrators TAs).

Test Administration Manual (Updated 07/28/26)
The Test Administration Manual outlines policies and procedures for the Oregon statewide assessments to ensure both test reliability and validity across classrooms, teachers, schools, and districts.

Using a Student’s Asserted Name on Assessment Score Reports (Updated 11/30/23)

Preliminary SEED Survey Administration Manual (Updated 7/31/26)
The SEED Survey Administration Manual contains necessary guidance and technical information to administer the SEED Survey.

Preliminary Oregon Accessibility Manual (Updated 07/28/26)
The Oregon Accessibility Manual (OAM) provides districts and schools with current policies and requirements that will govern the provision of accessibility supports for students participating in Oregon’s Statewide Assessments.

Local Performance Assessment Manual (Updated 09/10/25)
This manual describes the requirements for the Local Performance Assessment options, including requirements regarding the development, administration, and scoring of assessments.

ELPA Screener Administration Manual (Updated 09/10/25)
The ELPA Screener Administration Manual contains all necessary information to administer the ELPA Screener.

ELA and Math Interim Administration Guide (Posted 09/10/25)
This Interim Assessment Guide for Administration is intended for staff who play a role in the administration of, and review of results for, the ELA and Mathematics interim assessments.

Preliminary SEED Survey Administration Manual (Updated 7/31/26)

The Test Administration Manual outlines policies and procedures for the Oregon statewide assessments to ensure both test reliability and validity across classrooms, teachers, schools, and districts.

Test Administrator User Guide (Updated 07/22/26)
The OSAS Online Test Administrator User Guide is designed to familiarize Test Administrators with the TA and Student Interfaces used to administer Mathematics and ELA, Science and Social Sciences, and ELPA.
TIDE User Guide (Updated 07/29/26)
The Test Information Distribution Engine (TIDE) manages users across all OSAS systems and allows districts to enter student settings and place orders for paper-based Kindergarten Assessment. The TIDE User Guide provides a step-by-step approach to using TIDE.
Student Logins with Uncommon Characters (Updated 07/24/25)
This document provides Test Administrators with information to troubleshoot issues with student logins to the Oregon Statewide Assessment System.
Reporting System User Guide (Updated 01/20/26)
The Reporting System User Guide provides instruction and support for users viewing ELA, Mathematics, Science, and ELPA assessment performance in reports in the Centralized Reporting System (CRS). CRS provides authorized users with detailed reports on student test participation and performance. Users can view state, district, institution, roster, and individual student reports.
Assistive Technology Manual (Updated 12/18/23)
The Assistive Technology Manual provides technical specification information and additional configuration instructions for assistive technology tools that can be used by students with special accessibility needs for online testing. It includes information for testing with Speech-to-Text tools, Predictive Text tools, Alternative Computer Input tools, Assistive Keyboard tools, Screen Magnifier tools, Voice Packs, and Braille technology.
Remote Testing User Guide (Updated 01/09/26)
The Remote Testing User Guide is designed to support Test Administrators who have completed the Remote Test Administrator Certification Course and are planning on administering assessments or surveys included in the Oregon Statewide Assessment System.

2026-27 Annual Notice for Statewide Tests

2026-27 30-Day Notice and Opt-out Form

2026-27 30-Day Notice and Opt-out Form (Fillable PDF)

2026-27 Annual Notice and Declining Participation Form for the SEED Survey

English Language Proficiency Assessment Braille Order Fillable PDF Form

Districts ordering or administering a Braille ELPA Summative or Screener should consult ELPA Braille Resources on the OSAS Portal. Please contact your Regional ESD Partner with questions.

Braille and Large Print Order Form
Please use this form when ordering Braille or Large Print Extended Assessments. This order form will only be processed if it is signed and submitted by the District Test Coordinator. Please allow at least 4 weeks for processing orders.
Request Braille Files for OSAS Interim Assessments
Use this form to order braille files for OSAS interim tests in ELA, Math, or Science. These files can be embossed before test administration. Please allow 15 business days for these requests.

District Resources

Parent/Guardian Remote Test Administration Agreement Permission Form
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
Parent/Guardian Remote Test Administration Agreement Permission Form (Fillable)
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali

District, School, and Test Administrator Remote Testing FAQ
This document provides a set of frequently-asked-questions to help educators remotely administering assessments and surveys know what to expect.
Remote Testing User Guide (Updated 01/09/26)
The Remote Testing User Guide is designed to support Test Administrators who have completed the Remote Test Administrator Certification Course and are planning on administering assessments or surveys included in the Oregon Statewide Assessment System.
Student Directions for Remote Test Administration: English, Spanish
These documents align with the directions provided in the Summative Test Administration Manual and have been slightly modified for test administration in a remote testing environment.
Secure Transmission of Student Data Guidelines
This document provides an overview of methods that have sufficient security to transmit both an SSID and personally identifiable information (such as name or date of birth).

Parent/Guardian Communication and Training Resources

Students and Families Training Module: Remote Testing
English: PowerPoint, PowerPoint with Audio, Video, Video Transcript
Spanish: PowerPoint, PowerPoint with Audio, Video, Video Transcript
Infographic: Remote Testing for Parents and Families
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document serves as a communication tool for families and provides an overview of remote testing for the Oregon Statewide Assessment System.
Parent and Families Remote Testing FAQ
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides a set of frequently-asked-questions to help families know what to expect for participation in a remote testing platform.
Infographic: Checking Internet Speed for Remote Testing
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document serves as a communication tool for families and provides a step by step process for checking their internet speed for participation in a remote testing session.
Remote Testing Checklist for Parents and Families
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides an overview of what parents and families can and cannot do before or during the remote test administration. It also provides information of what to expect from a remote testing experience.

Quick Guide: Troubleshooting Technology Issues for Students Testing at Home
English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Somali
This document provides assistance to families participating in remote testing and suggests troubleshooting actions with potential technology issues.

Troubleshooting the OSAS Secure Browser and Background Apps

Quick Guide: Troubleshooting Technology Issues for Students Testing at Home

Assessment and Accountability Checklist

District Test Coordinator Checklist

School Test Coordinator Checklist

Test Administrator Checklist

Test Security and Monitoring

Find resources for maintaining test security, reporting potential improprieties, completing monitoring requirements, and reviewing assessment administration practices.

Test Security Forms

ELPA Screener Accompanying Caregiver Form Spanish translation (fillable PDF)

Improprieties and Irregularities

Test Impropriety and Irregularity Initial Report Form
District Test Coordinators (DTCs) must use this form to report all potential test improprieties and irregularities to the Oregon Department of Education. DTCs must submit their initial report within one day of learning of a potential test impropriety.
Multiple Tests Information Upload Template Excel Spreadsheet
Submitting a Testing Impropriety: Tutorial (updated 08/2026)

Related Assessment Resources

Use these companion pages to find required training materials and additional resources that support statewide assessment administration.

Assessment Training Materials
Find required trainings, presentations, modules, and supporting materials for assessment coordinators (DTCs and STCs) and test administrators TAs).
Assessment Administration Specialized Accessibility Support Resources
Find additional guidance, tools, and specialized resources for accessibility supports aligned with the Oregon Accessibility Manual.

District Test Coordinator (DTC) Support Resources

District Test Coordinators serve as the primary link between ODE and districts for planning, coordinating, and supporting statewide assessment administration.

Current District Test Coordinators
DTC Roadmap (2025-26): A helpful supplemental resource to support DTCs in understanding their roles, responsibilities, and key activities throughout the assessment year.
Resources and Best Practices for Responding to OSAS Crisis Alerts

DTC Webinar Materials

The following section is designed to keep you connected and supported in your role as a District Test Coordinator (DTC). Below, you’ll find information about our DTC Webinars, DTC Learning Sessions, and archived resources.

We encourage DTCs to share any questions or topics you’d like us to cover in upcoming DTC Webinars by using the DTC Question Form.