Grab your magnifying glass—this case follows a school leader’s investigation into a puzzling performance trend and how data helped uncover a hidden barrier to student success.

Learn how Midlothian ISD uses MAP Growth data to set goals, build trust, and personalize instruction—helping more students meet growth targets and take ownership of their learning.

Some students reach proficiency—then lose it. This guide explores how school leaders can help teachers support newly proficient learners and turn short-term gains into lasting academic growth.

Discover how the Center for Model Schools, in partnership with NWEA, empowers school leaders with data-driven strategies and the 5Essentials® Framework to drive sustainable school improvement.

How does growth encourage students, even if they are achieving below grade level? We spoke with educators Erin Siniecki, Caitlin Vagedes, Angela Schnormeier about why it’s important to be transparent with students about their MAP Growth results and how thoughtful goal-setting can lead to more celebrations and growth.

Dr. Adam Drummond and district leader Steven Etheridge focus on developing skills to analyze and interpret key data for strategic planning, building systems to collect and visualize actionable data, and promoting data literacy to close opportunity gaps and drive equitable success.

Discover how Coopersville Public Schools in Michigan transformed student outcomes by leveraging data-driven practices with MAP Growth. Learn how targeted interventions, collaborative teacher efforts, and a culture of continuous improvement led to significant academic growth and motivated students to achieve their best.