Curriculum & Assessment Resources
Resources and tools to keep district leaders up-to-date on best practices, lessons learned and emerging trends in curriculum and assessment.
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December 13, 2024
Bridging Education and Justice: Transforming Schools and CommunitiesType:Webinar Recording Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentThis webinar explores the impact of punitive practices and highlights strategies from experts and youth for fostering equity, engagement, and well-being in education. -
December 01, 2024
Dousing the Flames of Grading ReformType:Article Topics: Communications & Public Relations, Curriculum & AssessmentDistrict administrators should be prepared for passionate opposition to assessment practices in schools that differ from the norms. -
December 01, 2024
The Move to Mastery TranscriptsType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentA new measuring stick to capture evidence of what’s necessary for students’ success in high school and beyond. -
December 01, 2024
A Broader Lens for Assessing Student SuccessType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentOur outdated grading framework needs to meet evolving needs of society and the workplace. -
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December 01, 2024
Testing Our Teaching: Embracing AssessmentType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentRecognizing the applied value of student grading in evaluating classroom instruction. -
December 01, 2024
Unintended Effects of ‘Equitable’ GradingType:Article Topics: Curriculum & Assessment, EquityResearch at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute suggests less-stringent grading practices in the name of equity may not be helping students in the longer run. -
December 01, 2024
Driving District Gains through the Nation’s Report CardType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentSome urban school systems are using NAEP results to inform improvements in their districts and measure their progress against others. -
December 01, 2024
Navigating the Legal Terrain of Grading DisputesType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentFour strategies to steer school districts toward fairer student grading practices and away from litigation that’s become surprisingly common. -
December 01, 2024
Learner-Centered Assessment That Empowers StudentsType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentUsing Portrait of a Graduate to encourage students to demonstrate their skills in real-world contexts. -
November 13, 2024
Maximizing Collaboration for Students: Powerful Partnerships by All, for All!Type:Webinar Recording Topics: Curriculum & Assessment, Leadership DevelopmentFocused on closing the gaps between all students and students with identified needs, this session provides an overview of the core concepts and associated practices to collaboratively support all learners. This session is designed for leaders of both general and special educators. -
September 18, 2024
Inquiring Minds Want to Learn: Posing Good Questions to Promote Student InquiryType:Webinar Recording Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentJoin author Erik M. Francis as he shares different ways to phrase and pose good questions that will “hook” students’ curiosity and interest to learn, set the instructional focus, serve as assessments, and personalize learning. -
February 26, 2024
Igniting Educational Success Across Western Pennsylvania with AASA Learning 2025Type:Case Study Topics: College- Career- and Life-Readiness, Curriculum & Assessment, District & School OperationsHow the AASA Learning 2025 Western Pennsylvania Alliance — in partnership with Remake Learning — is bringing families, community organizations and innovative school districts together to create a new learning landscape. -
August 20, 2024
A Holistic Approach to Summer LearningType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentA holistic approach to summer learning emphasizes integrating the fun, outdoor activities, and enrichment of summer programs into the regular school year to boost student engagement and success. -
August 01, 2024
A Model for Success: Community-Based Summer Programming in Madison, WIType:Article Topics: Curriculum & Assessment, District & School OperationsHow one city has built crucial relationships to provide all young people access to summer learning opportunities. -
July 24, 2024
Summer Programming & Funding Planning for K-12 SchoolsType:Toolkit Topics: Curriculum & Assessment, Finance & BudgetsTimeline and resources to guide districts as they plan for summer learning programming and funding. -
May 01, 2024
Cultivating Our Future LeadershipType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentShedding the monocle of traditional superintendent preparation. -
April 23, 2024
Superintendent Research Briefing: The Real Reason Most Districts Struggle with Science of ReadingType:Webinar Recording Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentLearn more about the true reasons most districts have struggled to make progress (hint: PD itself is not enough) and come away with new frameworks and strategies to start accelerating early literacy in your schools. -
April 06, 2024
Staying Power: English Language Arts Achievement after Installation of an Educator Effectiveness SystemType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentThe results show that schools who sustained the TAP System significantly out perform matched comparison schools. -
April 01, 2024
Education in the OutdoorsType:Article Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentInstructional programs beyond the classroom’s four walls elevate student engagement, skills and knowledge in all subject areas. -
March 13, 2024
Bridge the Summer Learning Gap in Your District with Proven Strategies for Retention and Family EngagementType:Webinar Recording Topics: Curriculum & AssessmentPrevent summer learning loss by empowering families with practical tips for supporting students at home.
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