Preparing for Baseline Data Analysis

Rationale: Analysis of baseline data allows us to begin with a deep and objective understanding of the current state of practice at a school, ensuring that school improvement priorities are those that will have the highest possible impact on student outcomes. 

Learning Intention: Leaders will deepen their understanding of the role of baseline data within Assessment to Achievement and will be prepared to engage in the baseline data analysis with their School Transformation Teams.

Success Criteria: Teams will know they are successful when they…

• can articulate the importance of baseline data within Assessment to Achievement as it relates to project objectives (outlined in Portrait of a Graduate)

• understand the various sources of baseline data, how they were collected, and how to interpret them

• have conducted a preliminary review of the baseline data report, considered alignment to the vision their STT set in the summer, and framed where they will guide conversations with their STT tomorrow

• are prepared to respond to common errors in process (e.g., team members who are… off topic, climbing the ladder, problem admiring, etc.)