In this episode of the Curriculum Associates i-Ready Podcast, host Dr. Ricardo Garcia sits down with Dr. Samantha Echebelem, Duncanville ISD’s Director of Intervention Services, for an in-depth chat on student growth strategies. They share insights into leveraging i-Ready’s diagnostic assessments, academic discourse tools, and regular progress checks to support students. Tune in to hear about their "going green" approach to get students on grade level, the power of academic discourse in classrooms, and practical tips for continuous improvement throughout the school year. Perfect for educators looking to transform student engagement and learning outcomes!

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Host: Dr. Ricardo Garcia

Guest: Dr. Samantha Echebelem, Director of Intervention Services, Duncanville ISD

Time Stamps & Show Notes: 

(00:00 - 00:58) Introduction

(00:59 - 01:37) Dr. Echebelem’s Background

(01:38 - 02:23) Successes w/ Interventions

(02:24 - 03:52) Data & Progress Monitoring

(03:53 - 07:41) Implementation Plan

(07:42 - 08:44) What’s Unique

(08:45 - 09:52) Student Discourse

(09:53 - 10:58) Words of Advice

(10:59 - 13:12) Parent Engagement

(13:13 - 13:38) Duncanville ISD in 3 Years

(13:39 - 14:10) Closing