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November 9, 2017
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November 2, 2017
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October 26, 2017
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October 19, 2017
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June 22, 2017
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Six Steps for School Leaders to Use Data Effectively
Chris Balow, Ph.D.
June 8, 2017
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How to Prevent Student Learning Loss During the Summer
Dr. Abram Jimenez
June 2, 2017
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Mark Adato
May 25, 2017
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Transform Your Classroom with a Culturally Responsive Curriculum
Dr. Gail L. Thompson
May 18, 2017
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How Statesboro High Increased Math Proficiency by 84 Percent
Martin Yan
May 11, 2017
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Building a Blueprint Around Formative Assessment
Chris Balow, Ph.D.
April 20, 2017
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James Fleming
March 23, 2017
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An Overlooked Genius: How to Empower Students with Disabilities
Dr. Gail L. Thompson
March 16, 2017
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Ditch “The Book” & Use Restorative Principles for Interventions
Kenny Hsu
March 9, 2017
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5 Critical Steps to Doing Formative Assessments
Chris Balow, Ph.D.
March 2, 2017
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How to Track Progress & Growth with an Accountability Dashboard
Katie Sellstrom
February 16, 2017
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Why You Need to “Think Different” About Your SIS
Dr. Abram Jimenez
February 9, 2017
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How a Low-Achieving School Uses Data to Drive Success
Dr. Abram Jimenez
February 2, 2017
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Elijah Stambaugh
September 8, 2016
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September 7, 2016
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