Testing and Accountability Mission

Data Analytics & Support

• Work with schools, teachers, and staff from across the district to interpret multiple data sources to improve student achievement and analyze/display data in meaningful ways.  
• Train and provide other support to staff.
• Manages the EVAAS system for school administrators and district users.
• Work the Department of Student Information to provide consultation to schools and data managers
• Develop Data Dashboards for school and community to monitor, reflect and plan for improvement

Research & Evaluation

• Coordinate and manage state and federal accountability programs in PCS. Interpret legislation, policies, and guidelines governing accountability programs; ensure that information about accountability programs is communicated to school and district personnel; and manage data collections.
• Interpret, analyze and report data from various sources; respond to requests for data and reports; and provide consultation and technical assistance to school personnel, district administration, and others.
• Responsible for program evaluations in the district. Design surveys and other data collection instruments to determine the effectiveness of various educational programs in PCS.
• Collaborate with internal and external researchers to review research projects for approval and monitor study activities within PCS.

Assessment Coordination

• Implement the North Carolina Testing Program.
  
  • Training, supervising, and monitoring of staff assigned to state testing programs;
  • Ensure that Pitt County Schools' employees understand and follow the Testing Code of Ethics,
  • Ensure that the district adheres to all state requirements for uniformity in test administrations;
  • Preparing for and providing technical assistance on state test administrations;
• Coordinate with the departments to utilize screening tools for student identification
• Train, supervise, and monitor school staff assigned to testing programs.
• Providing technical assistance on test administrations.
• Oversees the district's interim assessment program.
• Coordinate with the Technology Department to implement online assessments