Creating+a+culture+of+data+mapping

​ To create a culture of demographic data mapping, the following suggestions may be utilized:

1. Be transparent! Make sure that all participants are aware of what subgroups are present and how they are currently achieving. Do not hide information or try to sugar coat it.

2. Build a common vocabulary. This will ensure that everyone is speaking the same language and helps with collaboration across school boundaries.

3. Use common assessments. The use of common assessments will also foster collaboration. It allows people to speak the same language and assist one another in data usage.

4. Create common planning and data review periods. The use of the common periods allows for staff to work together in data examination. Utilizing the collective experiences of the team is far more effective than going it alone!

5. Meet regularly and set goals. Meet at regular intervals to discuss the most current data related to your demographics. Set goals related to needs that are uncovered at the meetings. Examine progress toward those goals and modify them as necessary.

6. Be a role model. As the leader, you will need to show staff that demographic data exploration is important. Be prepared to ask focused questions, initiate conversations, and listen carefully. Be prepared prior to meetings by examining the data yourself and come with questions you would like answered. Don't be afraid to share leadership with the team. When examining the data, setting goals, or mapping out a plan, shared leadership builds ownership and that will help with the success of your work.