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DATAG Spring Membership Meeting 2025
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Friday, March 14
 

7:45am PDT

Registration & Breakfast
Friday March 14, 2025 7:45am - 8:30am PDT
Friday March 14, 2025 7:45am - 8:30am PDT
Ballroom

8:30am PDT

Welcome & March Membership Meeting
Friday March 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am PDT
Friday March 14, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am PDT
Ballroom

9:00am PDT

Keynote: Data Never Lie, but Data Headlines Often Misinform
Friday March 14, 2025 9:00am - 10:15am PDT
The role of the modern school data analyst is not just to collect, process and secure school data, it is also to be the visionary who understands and interprets school data for the school community. Learn how to stay ahead of the headlines from four illustrative examples that document and highlight DATAG’s 25-year history.
Speakers
FC

Fred Cohen

Consultant, Nassau BOCES
Friday March 14, 2025 9:00am - 10:15am PDT
Ballroom

10:00am PDT

Break
Friday March 14, 2025 10:00am - 10:00am PDT
Friday March 14, 2025 10:00am - 10:00am PDT
Ballroom

10:30am PDT

Paving the Road to Cybersecurity Compliance: Start with your Data Map
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
*For school districts, building a strong cybersecurity foundation is crucial to protect student and staff data, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain trust within the school community. New York's Ed Law 2-d requires districts to implement safeguards for the protection of personally identifiable information (PII), particularly as digital tools and online learning become more integral to education.
By "paving the road to cybersecurity," school districts can address potential vulnerabilities, prevent unauthorized access, and reduce the risk of data breaches.
*Starting with a data map not only simplifies the implementation of cybersecurity measures but also aligns the organization with privacy requirements and best practices. This foundational step ensures that data protection officers can accurately assess vulnerabilities, prioritize safeguards, and maintain compliance in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Speakers
DM

Dr. Madalyn Romano

Assistant Director, Lower Hudson RIC
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
SALON B

10:30am PDT

Pre-K, ELA, Math, and Now GROW Longitudinal Data
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
More, more, more longitudinal data, now with biometric screening data for 14,443 students, added to previous longitudinal Pre-K cohort data. Madness and methods; tips and techniques; interesting insights? Presumably possible!
Speakers
DD

Dr. David Peele

Database Administrator, Children's Institute
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
SALON C

10:30am PDT

Student Management System Groups,Users and Privileges: A Deep Dive
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
Discover practical approaches to managing and organizing your SMS groups and users effectively. Learn strategies tailored for your District, collaborate on real-life examples, and engage in an interactive session to address your questions and scenarios.


Speakers
KO

Kieran O'Connor

Executive Director of Planning, Development & Technology, OCM BOCES/CNYRIC
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
Albany/Colonie

10:30am PDT

The MTSS Edge Difference
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
MTSS Edge offers your district a complete integrated solution to easily manage a multi-tiered system of support services, tracking all student universal screenings, goals, progress monitoring, interventions, meetings, parent notification, generate letters/student plans, and running reports.
Speakers
MH

Marie Hatala

MTSS Director, Mindex
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
SALON A

10:30am PDT

Topics Every DDC Should Focus on for End of Year Data Reporting
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
The task of accurately reporting all of the data that is required can be a daunting task for even the most seasoned District Data Coordinator. This presentation is specifically designed to give an overview of the many reporting challenges that a DDC may encounter throughout the year. Frequently asked questions will be addressed, and valuable resources will be shared to help make the reporting process more manageable.
Speakers
CK

Charlie King

Divisional Administrator, Eastern Suffolk BOCES
BR

Bill Ritchie

Principal Office Applications Specialist, Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Friday March 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PDT
SCHENECTADY/TROY

11:25am PDT

6 Dimensions of Data Quality - Communicating Effectively About Data Cleanliness
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
We're all familiar with errors in our data, it's a constant battle to ensure data is clean and ready to be used. What many people may not realize is that there are many different ways that data can be improperly generated, transmitted, and stored. This presentation will discuss the generally recognized 6 dimensions of data quality, and discuss some examples from common instances where data can go wrong. We'll also share some real world examples of why clean data across all these dimension is important, not just for submitting data for a Statewide Data Warehouse, but for locally produced reports and dashboards.
Speakers
DC

Daniel Chmielewski

Senior Data Processing Coordinator, Mohawk RIC
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
SALON C

11:25am PDT

Developing Process for Communicating Between Registrar and Special Education Offices
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
This presentation will share how we have updated our communication processes to ensure accurate data reporting. We will share how this process has improved collective understanding of roles for Registrar, Special Education Offices and Data Coordinators.
Speakers
AA

Abigail Adams Snell

Director of Assessment, Accountability and Improvement, Saratoga Springs CSD
SM

Steve MacDonald

Data and Assessment Coordinator, Saratoga Springs CSD
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
Albany/Colonie

11:25am PDT

Dull to Dazzling: Enhance Your Data Deliverables Using Canva
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
When you visualize something, you engage different areas of your brain, which makes your learning more vivid and meaningful. Step outside the traditional platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and make your data project deliverables more powerful using Canva.
Speakers
NW

Nicole White

Education Data Analyst, Mohawk RIC
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
SCHENECTADY/TROY

11:25am PDT

New York State Early College High School Programs
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
A look at student participation in P-Tech and Smart Scholars programs. This presentation highlights the NYSED SIRS data reporting requirements and provides some statistics about program participation.
Speakers
JS

Jeff Shaffer

Assistant Data Director, Office of Information and Reporting Services, NYSED
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
SALON B

11:25am PDT

We Have All This Data but Now What?
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
Learn how Greece Central School District improved data access and reduced data requests by consolidating platforms under a single, unified view. Discover the impact of the partnership with Innive K12 360 and the key role stakeholder training played in the implementation process.
Speakers
KC

Kathryn Colichio

Director of Customer Success, Innive
LT

Lorraine Thompson

Senior Computer Applications Specialist, Greece CSD
Friday March 14, 2025 11:25am - 12:10pm PDT
SALON A

12:10pm PDT

Lunch
Friday March 14, 2025 12:10pm - 12:50pm PDT
Friday March 14, 2025 12:10pm - 12:50pm PDT
Ballroom

12:50pm PDT

DATAG 25th Anniversary Celebration
Friday March 14, 2025 12:50pm - 1:20pm PDT
Friday March 14, 2025 12:50pm - 1:20pm PDT
Ballroom

1:30pm PDT

It’s Never Too Early to Think About End of Year Data Reporting
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
I plan on discussing:
Who should be involved in Data Reporting
What the process could look like
Where data is reviewed,
When Data is due
Why is data reported.
Speakers
MT

Meredith Tipton

Program Coordinator II, NERIC
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
SCHENECTADY/TROY

1:30pm PDT

Level 1 Data: Piloting Data Views Through Google Folders
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
This year, the MORIC region has been piloting Level 1 NYS assessment data views distributed through shared Google Folders. Join this session to learn how our pilot season has been going. We will share enhanced data view samples, communication and messaging, training, and practices we have employed to get the pilot off the ground.
Speakers
DA

Dr. Amy Konz

Regional Data Leader, Mohawk RIC
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
SALON C

1:30pm PDT

Leveraging Data As An Instructional Coach
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
This presentation discusses how instructional coaches function as data coaches by analyzing data. As instructional coaches, we "LEVERAGE DATA" by using student accomplishment statistics, tests, and other relevant information to fulfill district programming needs, review teaching methods, identify areas for improvement, and assist educational leaders and teachers in making informed decisions.
Speakers
DO

Dr. Olga Nelly Collazo

Training Specialist, NERIC
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
SALON B

1:30pm PDT

Registrar Boot Camp, hosted by the MHRIC
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Join us for an informational session about the MHRIC's newest service offering - Registrar Boot Camp. This session will cover important details, including an overview of topics addressed, spring registration dates, and exclusive early registration access.
Speakers
SV

Samantha Vaez

Special Education Services Specialist, MidHudson RIC
HG

Helen Gutfreund

Help Desk Lead, MidHudson RIC
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Albany/Colonie

1:30pm PDT

Revolutionizing APPR: A Smarter, More Efficient Observation System
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
In this presentation, we introduce StaffTrac, a cutting-edge educator observation system designed to transform the Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) process. As a Danielson-approved solution, StaffTrac streamlines teacher and principal evaluations, professional development management, and Student Learning Objectives (SLOs)—all within a seamless and intuitive platform. Join us to explore how StaffTrac enhances observation processes with: Full Historical Data Migration – Retain all past evaluations and records effortlessly, Support for All Position Types – From teachers and administrators to support staff, User-Friendly & Efficient Workflows – Simplify observations and link seamlessly to student management systems, Multi-Year Flexibility – Conduct new evaluations while finalizing previous ones, Smart Scheduling Integration – Automated local calendar updates for teachers and observers. If your district has been considering a more efficient, cost-effective alternative to other platforms, now is the perfect time to make the switch. With a hassle-free transition and a team dedicated to your success, StaffTrac ensures your educators and administrators experience a smarter, more effective evaluation system. Let’s redefine educator observations—because smarter tools lead to stronger schools.
Speakers
SC

Scott Crowder

Owner/CEO, edVistas
SF

Sean Fahey

Director of Accountability and Instructional Support, West Genesee CSD
Friday March 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
SALON A
 
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