Ep. 5 The Power of Data-Driven Education: Insights from Dr. Angela Dominguez and Dr. Rick Garcia

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In this episode of the Curriculum Associates i-Ready Podcast, host Dr. Rick Fernandez welcomes Dr. Angela Dominguez, Superintendent at Donna ISD and Dr. Rick Garcia, Superintendent and CFO. Dr. Garcia shares her expertise on the evolving landscape of education assessment and the power of data in driving institutional impact. She discusses how high-quality data from i-Ready supports teachers and administrators, providing insights that directly connect to accountability and outcomes.Dr. Dominguez and Dr. Garcia also share their background about themselves and Donna ISD, emphasizing the organization’s commitment to research-based practices and informed expertise. Tune in and explore how data-driven solutions can improve student growth, streamline processes for educators, and create meaningful change in education.To learn more about Curriculum Associates, visit: https://www.curriculumassociates.com/ Host: Dr. Rick Fernandez, HostGuest: Dr. Angela Dominguez, Superintendent at Donna ISD Dr. Ricardo Garcia, Superintendent & CFOTime Stamps & Show Notes: (00:00 - 01:28) Introduction(01:29 - 02:47) Donna ISD & Dr. Garcia’s Background(02:48 - 04:24) Importance of Data(04:25 - 10:01) Interventions & Data(10:02 - 12:22) About iReady(12:23 - 14:36) Benefits of iReady w/ New Teachers and Leaders(14:37 - 16:39) Looking at Things From a CFO Lens(16:40 - 19:46) iReady Diagnostic(19:47 - 20:24) After Sales(20:25 - 22:22) Reach Out to Curriculum Associates(22:23 - 23:53) Trust Factor(23:54 - 25:37) Future of Donna ISD(25:38 - 26:19) Closing

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