How States Are Using COVID-19 Relief Funding to Strengthen Data Systems and Promote Effective Data Use
States are using data to inform funding decisions and direct resources to students who need it most.
Civil Rights Data Provides a Fuller Picture of COVID-19 Impact
DQC Senior Associate Alexandra Ball shines a light on what questions will be answered by this year's CRDC.
The Consumer's Guide to Data
Stakeholders at all levels can use this resource to do their part to build public trust in data.
Federal Funding and COVID-19 Recovery Efforts: The Former School Board President’s Perspective
DQC Board Chair Tomeka Hart Wigginton discusses funding considerations for state and local leaders.
Growth Data is Critical for Supporting Student Success
Growth measures provide a more complete picture of school quality.
New Administration Puts Data at the Forefront
As the new administration announces its priorities and Congress introduces its first pieces legislation this session, we’re noticing an important…
Legislative Update: Tracking the 2021 Legislative Session
In this update on the 2021 legislative session, DQC Associate Amber Ravenell highlights notable education data bills that state legislators…
Accurate Student Poverty Data Is Crucial to Supporting All Students
What are student poverty measures, what can leaders do with this data, and why should leaders explore new measures?
Understanding Why Students Aren’t Getting to School
Educators need a variety of data points to ensure students are set up for success this year. Having accurate attendance…
Attendance Data is Critical for Reengaging "Missing" Students
Between one and three million students have not attended school since March 2020. That’s not just a troubling statistic, it’s…
Leading with Data to Meet the Needs of Students, Families, and Educators During Online Learning
School leaders are facing unprecedented challenges in meeting student, educator, and family needs. The COVID-19 pandemic drastically shifted the ways…
The Role of Data in COVID-19 Recovery: The Higher Education Perspective
José Luis Cruz shares how evidence and data sharing can guide higher education.