Training for DACs/SACs. This training covers all aspects of administration management of the Forward Exam from start to finish including training, set-up, preparation, administration, reporting and any updates/changes. (47 minutes)
PDF of DAC Training: Full page slides , 3 slides per page with lines for notes, 6 slides per page
2026 Forward Exam DAC/SAC Updates Training
This training is for experienced/returning DACs/SACs that covers important reminders and any changes to the Forward Exam program for the current administration. (25 minutes)
PDF of DAC Training: Full page slides , 3 slides per page with lines for notes, 6 slides per page
2026 Forward Exam Test Administrator Training
This training is required for all Test Administrators (TAs) and covers all information TAs need to prepare for and administer the Forward Exam from start to finish. (30 minutes)
PDF of TA training: Full page slides, 3 slides per page with lines for notes, 6 slides per page
PDF of 10th Grade High School Social Studies only Test Administrator Training: Full page slides, 3 slides per page with lines for notes, 6 slides per page
Accessibility Training
This training is a supplement to the Accessibility Guide. It covers the three types of accessibility features available on the Forward Exam: Universal Tools, Designated Supports, and Accommodations. This training is often used by District and School Assessment Coordinators in their test administrator/proctor trainings. (20 minutes)
This short video is a supplement to the Test security Manual. This training is often used by District and School Assessment Coordinators in their test administrator/proctor trainings. Test Security Training Video is also available on the Forward Exam Test Security webpage. (7 minutes)
Forward Exam Q&A Webinar
An optional Q&A webinar will take place in early February. This webinar was an opportunity for District and School Assessment Coordinators (DACs/SACs) and District and School Technology Coordinators (DTCs/STCs) to ask DPI and DRC staff questions about Forward Exam test set-up, administration, or technology that may have come up after reviewing the training videos and other resources.
Slide Deck
2025-26 District Technology Coordinator Training
This training covers technology resources, supported devices, system requirements, system overview, and installation/configuration. The technology coordinator training and additional Q&A videos and resources are available on the Forward Exam Technology Requirements webpage.
