Commissioner’s Memo to Friends of Education
New Year, New Opportunities
As we begin 2024, school accountability data is more important than ever as we work together to ensure student success and identify areas of need. In accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), RIDE recently released the 2023 school accountability and improvement results. The Star Rating system simplifies and summarizes overall school performance, classifying schools from 1 to 5 stars to provide families and school communities a transparent, accessible, and easy-to-understand snapshot of school performance. The Star Ratings, and school accountability data, are housed within the online Report Card platform.
RIDE is committed to an accountability system that emphasizes improvement and equity to improve student outcomes. This critical information will help school leaders plan strategically to improve academic achievement statewide. By investing in the diverse needs of our student bodies, we not only honor the principles of inclusivity, but also strengthen the fabric of our education system.
Together, let’s continue to champion data as a driving force for improvement in education. Here’s to another important year filled with inspiring achievements and transformative learning experiences.
In partnership
Agelica Infante-Green