LM Jan 2025

News In Brief

Better Systems for Better Outcomes

ISBE invites administrators, educators, and other stakeholders to preview and give feedback on possible accountability models and on assessment performance level descriptors that will lay the foundation for new proficiency benchmarks. Join State Superintendent of Education Dr. Tony Sanders, Chief of Staff Dr. Kimako Patterson; and Data, Accountability & Assessment Executive Director Rae Clementz to give your input on the latest updates in the assessment and accountability redesign. ​Click Here to view a flyer with dates and locations.

New Access for School Administrators and KIDS Data Coming Soon to My Data Dashboard Illinois State Board of Education — My Data Dashboard provides Illinois district administrators with new views of their Report Card data that allow for data-driven programmatic decision-making and a deeper understanding of how data can be used for student and school improvement initiatives and analysis. Access the tool through the secure sign-in available via the MyIRC portal. (Click “Login” at the top right corner of the Illinois Report Card website.) We are excited to announce that the latest update opens the system up to school administrators and district financial users, further empowering your program improvement efforts by making critical information about summative designations and other performance indicators more readily available. In response to stakeholder demand, Kindergarten Individual Development Survey (KIDS) data also will be available for districts serving kindergarten students. Stay tuned for details on the release and on an upcoming webinar!

Amplifying Latino Voices: Insights From Leaders in Public Education

Join AASA and the Association of Latino Administrators and

Superintendents (ALAS) for an inspiring panel discussion that uplifts the voices, examines the challenges and celebrates the successes of Latino school leaders in public education. This engaging session will explore the unique perspectives and contributions of Latino educators leading schools and districts across the nation. The distinguished panel of superintendents and education leaders will share their personal journeys, discuss the critical issues facing schools today, and provide actionable insights for empowering the next generation of diverse and aspiring leaders. Whether you are a current school administrator, an aspiring leader, or an advocate for educational equity, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped to drive

impactful change in your community. Click Here to learn more and register.

ISDLAF+ Monthly Update Click here to view the most current ISDLAF+ rates, economic indicators and general economic news brief. To obtain additional information regarding this IASA sponsored service, contact Audra Braski, Senior Vice President, Investment Services/ISDLAF+ at 630–657–6422, or email: abraski@ pmanetwork.com. Website: www.pmanetwork.com.

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