DMPS ASSESSMENT, DATA, AND EVALUATION

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The Assessment, Data, and Evaluation team provides a systems approach to critical district functions that supports data-based decision making.  Data is an asset that belongs to the district, not individual departments, and must be utilized as such.  Having a centralized team allows Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) to (1) optimize, link, access, analyze, and act upon all major categories of district data (i.e., student, staff, assessment, school, human resources, financial, and operational data) and (2) strategically meet the diverse needs of all departments, which ensures:
  • transparency of data processes (collection, storage, analysis, and reporting),
  • effective collaboration and coordination of efforts,
  • integration of data from multiple sources,
  • consistent data security and access policies and procedures, and
  • unbiased measurement and reporting.

2023-24 ASSESSMENT, GRADING, AND SURVEY CALENDARS

DMPS STRATEGIC PLAN

The DMPS Goal Action Plan provides the roadmap for how DMPS will meet the Board Goals.  It is updated annually to reflect current work and ongoing practices. 

DMPS DATA LITERACY GUIDE

Data Literacy is the ability to transform data from a variety of sources into actionable information to guide decisions. This guide provides best practices and district-wide consistency in processes and protocols for data-based decision-making.

DMPS INTERVENTION SYSTEM GUIDE

This guide serves as a companion to the Data Literacy Guide. It provides best practices and district-wide consistency in implementing an Intervention System in service of equitable outcomes for all learners.
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MISSION & VISION

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The mission of the Assessment, Data, and Evaluation team is to promote data-driven improvement and decision-making that enables students and staff to reach their potential. This work is guided by the principles of collaborative inquiry to facilitate action within each phase of the continuous improvement cycle.
  • Planning: Developing data-based action plans and goal (target) setting.
  • Data Collection: Collecting data through assessments and data information systems, which includes data organization, storage, interoperability, and communication.
  • Data Analysis: Facilitating data access, analysis, and reporting.
  • Evaluation: Supporting the interpretation of data and informing actions and improvement.





Vision for Data Usage:
  • Define and promote key measures of performance that are aligned with district initiatives and well understood by leaders at all levels.
  • Facilitate a consistent and intentional inquiry process throughout DMPS, building the skills to leverage data in supporting student performance and equity.
  • Improve data access while maintaining security and consistency so staff at all levels have the information they need.
  • Embed continuous evaluation into the DMPS culture, evaluating both implementation and outcomes.
The team is responsible for the following:
   •Federal Programs (Title I, II, & IV)
   •BusinessPlus/IFAS
   •Data Analysis and Reporting
   •Infinite Campus
   •Program Evaluation
   •Research Requests
   •State Reporting and Accountability
   •Testing
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