Customer Stories and Case Studies
Schools nationwide are using Otus to ensure that every child—regardless of their learning level or background—is on a trajectory to achieve their full potential.
“What we love about Otus is we’re not the ones spending time gathering and organizing the data. It’s in there; we just pull it up and look at it. Now, we’re truly focused on instruction – which is what teachers and instructional coaches should be doing.”
Sheri Peacock, East Moline School District 37
Fostering Success: How Danni Stewart Uses Data to Empower Students
In this Q&A, Danni Stewart shares how she uses data to guide her teaching, promote equity, and help every student grow.
Celebrating Growth and Innovation in the Classroom: A Q&A with Tyler Avey on Assessment Strategies
In this Q&A, we get a firsthand look at Tyler’s insights on assessment practices, the impact of data on instruction, and the vital role of professional learning communities.
Standards-Based Grading Roundtable: What We’ve Achieved and Where We’re Headed
In this roundtable webinar, four school leaders who implemented standards-based grading this past school year huddled up to collectively enhance their understanding through feedback and reflection.
How Data Drives Strategies for Improved Student Outcomes
Data-driven decisions are increasingly recognized as a critical component of K-12 education, enhancing personalized learning, improving assessment and feedback, optimizing resource allocation and fostering early intervention.
From Insights to Action: How Data Drives Decision-Making in Winnetka School District 36
Over the last year, Winnetka School District 36 in Illinois has taken significant steps toward improving data literacy and student assessment. By integrating a student data solution, the district has made great strides in how educators access, analyze, and utilize student data.
Superintendent Roundtable: New Directions in Data-Driven Decision Making
In this District Administration webinar, four superintendents discuss practical approaches to using data to inform strategic leadership decisions, and how they are using data to drive instructional change and improve student outcomes in their districts.
Understanding and Addressing the Surge of Chronic Absenteeism
The impact of chronic absenteeism reaches beyond the individual student; the nation as a whole is affected.
Leading with Vision: Superintendent Vicki King’s Data-Driven Approach in Education
In our conversation, Vicki shared how the district has embraced data-driven tools to transform its educational approach.
Unlocking Educational Success: Insights on Data-Driven Strategies
In our conversation with Craig, we uncovered valuable insights into how the school is leveraging data to enhance its educational practices.
Transforming Teaching and Learning: Wilmot Union’s Standards-Based Grading Success Story
Serving a diverse student body of over 900, Wilmot Union High School has been navigating a significant shift toward standards-based grading, a journey marked by both challenges and remarkable achievements.
Harnessing Tech for Enhanced Student Support: Strategies from Maureen Joy Charter School
In our recent conversation with Jessica Conn, the MTSS Coordinator at Maureen Joy Charter School, we explored the school’s incredible use of educational technology to support students.
Harnessing Data for Equity and Success: Insights from Marlborough Public Schools
We delve deep into how the school is utilizing data to enhance student success and promote equity.
Equity and Adaptability: A Conversation with Camp, Head of Teaching and Learning at New England Innovation Academy
The Academy, which is entering its third year with Otus, boasts a unique competency-based system for assessment. They found Otus to be the perfect partner in presenting its complex grading system.
Data-Driven Success: Insights from Kristin Schmitz, Director of School Improvement at Norwalk Public Schools
Kristin delved into the district’s journey over the past year and a half, highlighting their commitment to a data-driven culture.
PLCs in Action: How K-12 Leaders Raise the Bar for Success
Three K-12 school leaders who have extensive experience launching and maintaining successful PLCs share how educators can constantly engage in a cycle of learning
How One of the Nation’s Top-Performing Schools Uses Personalized Learning to Drive Student Success: An Interview with Dr. Paul O’Malley, Superintendent of Butler School District 53
Learn about how schools are using Otus to harness powerful student data to drive personalized student learning plans.
Reimagining Grading in K-12 Schools: A Conversation on the Value of Standards-Based Grading
Standards-based grading continues to gain popularity as schools look to measure students’ mastery of grade-level standards in addition to, or in place of, traditional grades.
Otus Certified Educator Spotlight: Deanna Crawford, West Elementary School in Illinois
Meet Deanna Crawford and delve into her experiences as a special education teacher who has embraced the power of technology in the classroom.
Interview with Lexi Robinson, Coordinator for Teaching & Learning for North Shore School District 112
Over the last three years, their use of Otus has grown to support professional learning communities, progress monitoring, assessments and more.
Interview with Ashley Troy, Director of Teaching & Learning for Northwest Education Services
3 takeaways including matching lesson langage to assessment language, engaging in data dialogue, and letting data drive engagement.