Empowering Educators with Data

Over the past few months, I had the incredible opportunity to partner with the passionate educators at Emery Elementaryfor a four-part professional development series focused on one powerful goal: using data to drive instruction that truly meets student needs.
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This Data-Driven Instruction Workshop Series was designed to go beyond simply looking at numbers—we aimed to equip teachers with the tools, strategies, and confidence to turn their MAP, formative, and summative data into actionable instructional plans. 

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Each workshop session was strategically scheduled during four different planning periods throughout the school year—making the most of teachers' time without adding extra meetings. We kicked things off right after the fall MAP assessment, so teachers could immediately put their fresh data to work. From day one, we dove deep into the reports and used them to build purposeful, targeted student groupings that set the tone for impactful instruction all year long.
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Here’s a closer look at what we accomplished together:

🔍 October Workshop : Diving Into the DataWe began our series by exploring the wide range of reports available through MAP and other assessment tools. Teachers learned how to interpret key metrics, identify student trends, and spot opportunities for instructional impact. It wasn’t just about finding gaps—it was about uncovering potential.

🧩 November Workshop: Designing Data-Driven Small Groups & Learning PathwaysOnce we had a solid understanding of the data, we used it to create purposeful small groups. But we didn’t stop there. Teachers also designed meaningful, independent learning experiences for students not in the small group—ensuring that every student had access to engaging, targeted instruction throughout the learning block.

🤖 February Workshop: Differentiating with AI & Winter Data PointsWith updated winter data in hand, we explored how AI tools and edtech resources can support differentiation. Teachers experimented with tools that help tailor assignments, generate leveled content, and scaffold learning—all with the goal of meeting students exactly where they are.

🎯 March Workshop: Creating End-of-Year Projects Based on Student DataTo cap it all off, we used everything we learned to design differentiated end-of-year projects. These projects were not only aligned to grade-level standards, but also personalized based on student strengths, needs, and growth data. The result? Authentic assessments that reflect both mastery and creativity.

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💬 What Teachers Had to SayHere’s what some of the educators at Emery Elementary shared about their experience:
“This was by far the most practical PD I’ve attended in years. I left each session with strategies I could implement the next day.”
— 5th Grade Teacher

“The workshop helped me feel more confident using MAP reports and knowing what to do with the information. I now have a plan for how to respond to student needs in real time.”
— 3rd Grade Teacher​

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Want to Bring This Workshop Series to Your School?
If you're looking to strengthen your staff’s use of data, small group instruction, or differentiated learning, I’d love to bring this workshop series to your campus next year!
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📩 Feel free to reach out directly or visit www.blendedlearningpd.com/workshops.html to learn more.
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