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As spring testing approaches, school and district leaders face increasing pressure to ensure students are truly prepared for state assessments—without relying on last-minute test prep or disconnected instructional strategies. This edWeb podcast focuses on what actually works to improve state test readiness through intentional, data-driven, system-level leadership.

The goal of this session is to help leaders build a cohesive approach to state test readiness that connects daily instruction, real-time data, and targeted supports—so teachers can make informed adjustments before gaps show up on test day.

The panelists share how effective schools leverage ongoing assessment signals to identify trends, anticipate student needs, and guide instructional decisions at the classroom and schoolwide levels. Listeners learn how data can move beyond static reports to become a daily tool that empowers teachers and supports every learner.

Listeners learn how to:

• Use real-time and predictive data to inform instructional decisions and improve readiness
• Identify early indicators of risk and provide timely, targeted support
• Align state test readiness efforts with formative assessment practices
• Support diverse student populations in demonstrating growth and achievement

Listeners leave with practical strategies to turn data into action and strengthen student outcomes on state assessments. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders.

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