Before coming to Istation, Lisa Clark taught for 27 years in elementary classrooms, 10 of which were spent in Kindergarten.
Exciting news from the Mississippi Department of Education!
Mississippi's recent Kindergarten Readiness Assessment Update for the 2023-24 school year shows that students are making significant progress, with many getting close to pre-pandemic achievement levels.
This positive trend shows just how crucial effective assessment tools are in shaping our educational strategies and helping students succeed. Moving forward, MDE chose Istation to play a pivotal role in their emerging reader program.
They recently announced Istation is the approved provider for Pre-K - K assessments in Mississippi.
Istation is packed with features that help educators gain deep insights into student performance, allowing for personalized instruction. Here’s how Istation assessments are set to boost student growth in Mississippi:
Early Identification and Intervention: Catching learning gaps early is crucial. With Istation approved for Pre-K assessments, educators in Mississippi can start tracking progress from the very beginning. Early identification means challenges - like dyslexia - can be addressed before they become major hurdles, giving all students the chance they deserve to become strong readers.
Personalized Learning Paths: Istation provides real-time data, helping teachers create customized learning paths for each student. By identifying strengths and areas needing improvement, educators can design targeted interventions, ensuring every student can thrive.
Track Progress Comprehensive Data and Analytics: Istation’s analytics offers a detailed view of student performance across various metrics. This data-driven approach helps educators monitor progress, adjust teaching strategies, and measure the effectiveness of interventions. Detailed reports mean schools can make informed decisions that drive continuous improvement.
Engaging and Adaptive Assessments: Istation’s assessments are engaging and adaptive, adjusting to each student’s ability level. This personalized approach keeps students motivated and fosters a positive attitude towards learning.
Professional Development and Support for Educators: Istation provides extensive training and support for educators, ensuring they can use the tools effectively. This ongoing support helps teachers stay current with best practices and maximize their impact. Mississippi educators, look out for training details from the MDE in the coming weeks.
The partnership between the MDE and Istation is set to accelerate student growth even further.
By leveraging data and personalized learning, schools can build on the recent gains highlighted in the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment and continue to close the achievement gap, ensuring student success from Pre-K to 5th grade.
Mississippi’s journey towards academic excellence is in full swing, with recent gains showing a bright future ahead.
Istation’s comprehensive, evidence backed assessment tools offer a strategic advantage, providing educators with the insights and resources they need to support every student’s growth.
Accelerating Student Success
By embracing these solutions, Mississippi schools can further accelerate student success, paving the way for a brighter educational future.
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