Data in Education
Data in Education
Podcast Description
Yes, we're talking about that four-letter word: data. Join me, Jessica Lane, founder of Data-Informed Impact, and some fabulous educators as we chat about how we can make data less scary and more valuable in our schools. Whether you secretly love a good spreadsheet or break out in hives at the mention of "analytics," you've found your people.
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Content Themes
Focuses on demystifying data in the educational sphere, with episodes tackling themes like effective data-driven decision-making and innovative data use in classrooms, including specific examples like using analytics to enhance student engagement and improve curriculum effectiveness.
Recorded across time zones (and fueled by too much coffee), Data in Education brings together educators, specialists, and school leaders to talk honestly about how data shows up in real classrooms. Hosted by the team behind Symplifyed, the podcast centers student growth, practical routines, and the human side of data, because better conversations lead to better outcomes.
How do we catch and support the students who don’t qualify for services but clearly need something more?
Panelists:
Heather Millnick, MTSS Coordinator, Dogwood Elementary
Candia Sierra London, Program Specialist, Cajon Valley USD
Dr. Tim Gray, Data Coach, Anderson Community Schools
Episode Summary
In this episode of Data in Education, Jenelle and Jessica are joined by MTSS and student-support experts to explore how we catch and support the students who don’t qualify for services but clearly need something more.
The conversation focuses on:
– Early red flags that identify students who are struggling but not qualifying for formal services
– The dangers of waiting too long to intervene
– How to support students in simple, sustainable ways that don’t overwhelm teachers
– How to define and measure meaningful progress for overlooked students
This episode is especially relevant for educators and leaders who want a more holistic, human-centered view of student needs and who want data to feel supportive, actionable, and easy to use.
Actionable Guidance from Our Panelists:
Heather Millnick
– I can partner with families to understand their student.
– I can partner with others on my campus to collaborate with our collective expertise.
– I can identify patterns to make decisions.
Dr. Tim Gray
– I can understand that what works for our 'low students' applies to 'high' and ALL students.
– I can meet teachers where they are to provide strategies that are simple and easy to implement.
– I can help teachers read complicated data sets.
Candia Sierra London
– I can identify one pattern with a student.
– I can conduct an empathy interview to understand students holistically.
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