Welcome to the Vermont EWS Resource Site!
This site is intended to be a resource hub for SU/SDs that are interested in developing or improving their own Early Warning System (EWS). Here, SU/SDs can find several resources related to the Fall 2023/Spring 2024 EWS professional learning series, including workshop recordings, slide decks, and handouts. We will continue to update this site with new recordings and resources so please check back regularly to learn more about how you build the ideal EWS for your SU/SD!
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View Workshop Recordings and Transcripts
Recording and Transcript for Oct 12 Workshop - Intro to EWS
Recording of Oct 12 Workshop - Intro to EWS
Introducing concepts around EWS
Examining interventions
Beginning to map out implementation
Transcript of Oct 12 Workshop - Intro to EWS
Introducing concepts around EWS
Examining interventions
Beginning to map out implementation
Recording and Transcript for Oct 30 Workshop - Data Catalog, Select Indicators, and Set Thresholds
Recording of Oct 30 Workshop - Data Catalog, Select Indicators, and Set Thresholds
Create data catalog
Select indicators
Set thresholds
Transcript of Oct 30 Workshop - Data Catalog, Select Indicators, and Set Thresholds
Create data catalog
Select indicators
Set thresholds
Recordings and Transcript for Nov 17 Workshop - Implementation Capabilities Framework
Recording of Nov 17 Workshop, First Half - Implementation Capabilities Framework
Overview of Implementation Capabilities Framework (ICF)
Implementation frameworks as a concept
Premise and benefits of an ICF
Overview of LEA-ICF Workbook
Transcript of Nov 17 Workshop - Implementation Capabilities Framework
Overview of ICF
Implementation frameworks as a concept
Premise and benefits of an ICF
Overview of LEA-ICF Workbook
Walk-through of ICF
Simulated self-assessment, using the LEA-ICF Workbook
Recording of Nov 17 Workshop, Second Half - Implementation Capabilities Framework
Walk-through of ICF
Simulated self-assessment, using the LEA-ICF Workbook
Recording and Transcript for Nov 30 Workshop - Deep Dive into eduCLIMBER
Recording of Nov 30 Workshop - Deep Dive into eduCLIMBER
Brief Overview of MTSS Data Tools
PowerSchool MTSS
eduCLIMBER
Five Star K12 Data Analytics
Panorama Student Success
Overview and Demo of eduCLIMBER
Transcript of Nov 30 Workshop - Deep Dive into eduCLIMBER
Brief Overview of MTSS Data Tools
PowerSchool MTSS
eduCLIMBER
Five Star K12 Data Analytics
Panorama Student Success
Overview and Demo of eduCLIMBER
Recording and Transcript for Dec 12 Workshop - Deep Dive into PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics
Recording of Dec 12 Workshop - Deep Dive into PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics
Overview and Demo of PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics
Q&A
Transcript of Dec 12 Workshop - Deep Dive into PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics
Overview and Demo of PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics
Q&A
Recording and Transcript for March 12 Workshop - Creating District/School EWS Teams
Recording of March 12 Workshop - Creating District/School EWS Teams
Topics
Developing the team
Establishing a structure: district-level, school-level and mixed-team approach
Defining team roles and responsibilities
Defining SU/SD goals and objectives
Understanding what makes a good indicator
Identifying indicators within your local context
Transcript of March 12 Workshop - Creating District/School EWS Teams
Topics
Developing the team
Establishing a structure: district-level, school-level and mixed-team approach
Defining team roles and responsibilities
Defining SU/SD goals and objectives
Understanding what makes a good indicator
Identifying indicators within your local context
Recording and Transcript for March 26 Workshop - Using Data to Inform Intervention - Coming Soon
Recording of March 26 Workshop - Using Data to Inform Intervention
Topics
Analyzing and interpreting early warning data
Identifying trends in student data
Identifying students who may need additional support
Identifying main areas of concern
Root cause analysis
Assigning supports and interventions
Prevention vs intervention
Cataloging & existing interventions
Intervention planning
Transcript of March 26 Workshop - Using Data to Inform Intervention
Topics
Analyzing and interpreting early warning data
Identifying trends in student data
Identifying students who may need additional support
Identifying main areas of concern
Root cause analysis
Assigning supports and interventions
Prevention vs intervention
Cataloging & existing interventions
Intervention planning
View Workshop Slide Decks
Slide Deck for Sept 28 In-Person Workshop - Intro to EWS [FIRST HALF]
Overview of EWS research
Discussion of indicators, impacts, and use cases
Slide Deck for Sept 28 In-Person Workshop - Intro to EWS [SECOND HALF]
Pairing EWS with interventions and strategies
Framework and planning for SU/SD local implementation
Slide Deck for Oct 12 Workshop - Intro to EWS
Introducing concepts around EWS
Examining interventions
Beginning to map out implementation
Slide Deck for Oct 30 Workshop - Data Catalog, Select Indicators, and Set Thresholds
Create data catalog
Select indicators
Set thresholds
Slide Deck for Nov 17 Workshop - Implementation Capabilities Framework
Overview of ICF
Implementation frameworks as a concept
Premise and benefits of an ICF
Overview of LEA-ICF Workbook
Walk-through of ICF
Simulated self-assessment, using the LEA-ICF Workbook
Slide Deck for Nov 30 Workshop - Deep Dive into eduCLIMBER
Brief Overview of MTSS Data Tools
PowerSchool MTSS
eduCLIMBER
Five Star K12 Data Analytics
Panorama Student Success
Overview and Demo of eduCLIMBER
Slide Deck for Dec 12 Workshop - Deep Dive into PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics
Overview and Demo of PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics
Q&A
Slide Deck March 12 Workshop - Creating District/School EWS Teams
Developing the team
Establishing a structure: district-level, school-level and mixed-team approach
Defining team roles and responsibilities
Defining SU/SD goals and objectives
Understanding what makes a good indicator
Identifying indicators within your local context
Slide Deck (Coming Soon) for March 26 Workshop - Using Data to Inform Intervention
Analyzing and interpreting early warning data
Identifying trends in student data
Identifying students who may need additional support
Identifying main areas of concern
Root cause analysis
Assigning supports and interventions
Prevention vs intervention
Cataloging & existing interventions
Intervention planning
View Other Workshop Resources
Handouts for Oct 12 Workshop - Intro to EWS
Developing an EWS
Example Scenarios for Flagging Students
Interpreting EWS Data
Handouts for Nov 17 Workshop - Implementation Capabilities Framework
LEA-ICF Workbook
This is the tool that the Resultant team introduced and walked through during the Nov 17 workshop. It is a highly valuable resource. If you plan on using it, download a copy to your computer and use with your team. See the following resources for more details:
Implementation Capabilities Framework (ICF) for LEAs
eduCLIMBER Resources (Nov 30 Workshop - Deep Dive into eduCLIMBER)
The Renaissance team who facilitated the eduCLIMBER overview and demo at the Nov 30 workshop has provided these resources for any SU/SDs who are interested in learning more about the tool. Reach out to Kelly Henson (kelly.henson@renaissance.com) with any questions.
eduCLIMBER Sandbox Guide
eduCLIMBER Overview for District Leaders
eduCLIMBER Digital Brochure
eduCLIMBER Data Imports
Helpful eduCLIMBER Links
PowerSchool Resources (Dec 12 Workshop - Deep Dive into PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics)
The PowerSchool team who facilitated the PowerSchool MTSS & Student Analytics overview and demo at the Dec 12 workshop has provided these resources for any SU/SDs who are interested in learning more about the tools. Reach out to Erica Austin (erica.austin@powerschool.com) with any questions.
PowerSchool MTSS Overview
Resources for March 12 Workshop - Creating District/School EWS Teams
EWS Team Planning Sheet
EWS Developing a Team Handout
EWS Student Support and Intervention Mapping
Resources for March 26 Workshop - Using Data to Inform
Asking the Right Questions for EWS Data
5 Whys Template