USING DATA TO IMPROVE STUDENT SERVICES
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In this discussion led by James Keeton, a Career Counselor from Santa Fe High School, we explore how utilizing data can significantly improve student services. We delve into the U.S. Department of Education's report on data systems' transformative role in education reform, emphasizing data-driven decision making. Key strategies include connecting student data with instructional practices and ensuring timely information access for educators. Understanding the 5 W's of data—why, who, what, where, and when—can guide schools in leveraging data effectively.
USING DATA TO IMPROVE STUDENT SERVICES
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USING DATA TO IMPROVE STUDENT SERVICES James Keeton, NCC, NCSC Career Counselor Edmond Santa Fe High School @Jckeeton1
What about Big Education? “U.S. Department of Education Releases new Report on Use of Data Systems to Support Reform” January 2010 • Data-driven decision making is an ongoing process • Provide teachers with useful, timely information • Provide time for teachers to meet with colleagues • Connect student data to instructional practices • One of the four areas of reform under the ARRA (American Recovery and Reinvestment Act)
5 W’s of Data • Why find and use data? • Who will be affected? • What do I find? • What do I do with it? • Where do I find the data I need? • When will I find the time?
Interest “I can’t believe they pay that principal so much!” SDE
Interest “Well, we heard that _________ is just a much better school.” REGENTS
Interest Student Services “You know band kids are always better.”
On-Demand or Directed “Why are these kids in my Pre-AP class?”
Student Services “Why don’t our AP classes look like our school population?”
Student Services Student population by race AP enrollment by race
Student Services • For African-American students: • 49 students and 49 “misplacements” • For White students: • 174 students and 211 “misplacements” • But nearly 1 in 5 recommended were below the 60th %ile
Student Services DREAM & EDGE 25 Students 82% course average 24 enrolled in Pre-AP 19 in more than one
Questions? James Keeton James.keeton@edmondschools.net (405) 715-7220