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DMS Single Sign-On (ESSU)
The Data Management System (DMS) is a single sign-on system that assists Administrative Units (AUs) in meeting accountability requirements for Special Education and Gifted Education.
Forgot/Reset Password
Username: Full Email Address
Forgot Password: Reset Password
If you continue to have difficulties logging on to the DMS, please contact your AU LAM (Local Access Manager)
For all other DMS questions, Email: DMS_support@cde.state.co.us
Need Help?
Ascend Help Desk
Contact Ascend: 303-265-7011
Email Ascend:
support@ascenddms.co
Data Management System (DMS)
Getting Started: Overview of the Ascend DMS
- Ascend DMS Getting Started Overview (12-1-2025)(PowerPoint)
- Ascend DMS Professional Learning System One-Pager Planning Notes (8-8-2022) (Word)
- LAM Guide for the Ascend DMS (10-02-2024) (PDF)
- Ascend DMS Website Roles (10-02-2024) (PDF)
Identity Management System (IMS)
For help with Roles and Responsibilities, and SPED DMS guidance:
Josh Fails
Online Project Coordinator (DMS) & Data Consultant
Email: fails_j@cde.state.co.us
Phone: 720-618-0538
For help with Roles and Responsibilities, and Gifted DMS guidance:
Heather Baskin
Assistant Director, Gifted Education
Email: baskin_h@cde.state.co.us
Phone: 720-557-4528