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Join us for an informative session on agency restructuring aimed at aligning educational efforts in Louisiana, focusing on shared objectives and the importance of data integrity. Facilitated by Robin Taylor with insights from Kim Nesmith and Jeff Noel, the discussion covers Louisiana’s unique student identifier, secure data analysis, and legislative changes impacting educational reform. Gain valuable perspectives on the necessity of common data collections, the emphasis on quality and accuracy, and the alignment of terminology to ensure effective communication and interpretation within education.
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Approaches to Agency Restructuring Toward Common Goals Thursday, February 14, 2013 • Facilitator: Robin Taylor (SST) • Panelists: • Kim Nesmith, Louisiana Department of Education • Jeff Noel, Office of the State Superintendent of Education
Louisiana Initial Focus • Unique Student Identifier • Common data collections • Secure data analysis and reporting tools
Educational Reform . . . Legislative Changes • Talent Statute • Choice Law • Early Childhood Initiative
Focus on Data • Ferocious appetite for data • Need for one voice • Alignment of definitions • Limiting of reporting • One way in and one way out • Need to understand • Education staff as opposed to data staff assisting with interpretation • Focus on Quality and Accuracy • All data collected must be validated
Contacts & Additional Resources Contact information: Kim Nesmith, Kim.Nesmith@Louisiana.gov Jeff Noel, jeffrey.noel@dc.gov Robin Taylor, robin.taylor@sst.slds.org