State Assessment Registration

User Resources

This page contains the core tools you need to complete your State Assessment Registration (SAR) submission in NJSLEDS. Each resource below is designed to guide you through a specific part of the process—from understanding field rules to formatting your file.

For additional help and resources, visit the the Key Documents page, or contact the NJSLEDS Help Desk.

State Assessment Registration User Resources

Quick Tips

  • Use Template A if you don’t have a source system and are building your file from scratch (includes lookup values).
  • If you export from a source system, Template B (header row only) often fits better into your existing process.
  • Double-check that your data is consistent with your Student Management submission to avoid errors.

Data Handbook

Provides field definitions, validation rules, and submission structure for State Assessment Registration data.

Download the State Assessment Registration Data Handbook (PDF)
(coming soon)

Submission Templates

Use these Excel templates to structure your State Assessment Registration submission correctly. Both versions meet NJDOE requirements:

(Last updated: August 29, 2025)

Accountability Rules

Outlines common scenarios and clarifies how and when students should be included in or excluded from the submission.​

View the State Assessment Accountability Rules (PDF)
(Last updated: August 29, 2025)

Webinar Slides

Review the most recent State Assessment Registration webinar for a walkthrough of the submission process, key reminders, and common errors.

Download the State Assessment Registration Webinar Slides (PDF)
(Last updated: August 28, 2025)

Page Last Updated: 09/04/2025