Is your school or district simply data-informed, feverishly data-driven or somewhere in between? You do not want to miss Are You Data Informed or Data-Driven? Systems-Thinking Approaches for Student Success, as participants in this workshop will explore effective data systems and processes employed in schools across the state of North Carolina to facilitate comprehensive strategic planning efforts and effective programs to provide all children significant opportunities to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement gaps as defined in ESEA. In addition, state leaders in North Carolina will highlight systems of support with public school units to create opportunities for schools to leverage federal funding to redefine implementation, evaluative processes, and building sustainable practices for the future.
Dr. Damesha Smith supports school districts and charter schools throughout the state of North Carolina as an advocate for children with the Office of Federal Programs by offering support with federal guidance, professional development, and equitable services with federal funding.
Shawna Andrew's daily work is focused on providing professional development, technical assistance, and support for Federal Program Directors across the state of North Carolina to move schools from compliance to effective implementation of improvement strategies.
Tenisea Madry's expertise has been gained from educational experiences as a practitioner and state program administrator. Her work includes coordinated efforts with district/school leaders to build relationships from a state level, ensuring appropriate support with Title I Part A funds.
Dr. Pauletta Thompson has gained expertise from her vast educational experiences as a school, district, and state leader. Her work includes coaching public school leaders on strategies to bolster school and district improvement. Her passion is coaching aspiring leaders to become change agents for collective impact.