🎙️ Instruction, Data & Test Scores: Turning Numbers Into Growth

In this episode of the West Ada Podcast, we’re diving into how the district uses data to support student learning and achievement. From classroom instruction to district-wide assessments, our leaders unpack what the numbers really mean — and how they guide decisions that put students first.

Joining us for this conversation are:

• Rhonda McDonough, Chief Academic Officer, Teaching and Learning
• Aimee Larsen, Director, Data-Driven Response

Together, they discuss:

• Why assessment matters and the vision behind West Ada’s Data-Driven Response Department.
• How teachers, principals, and district leaders turn data into action without overwhelming staff.
• The balance between classroom assessments and state benchmarks like i-Ready, ISAT, and IRI.
• What contributes to West Ada students’ continued success in math, science, and ELA.
• How families can better understand their child’s results and what’s next for assessments in 2025–26.

✨ Whether you’re a parent, educator, or community member, this conversation shines a light on the mindsets and priorities shaping student success — every student, every day.

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