May22Update_DPS Tech Plan 2021 - 2024

D A T A A N D P R I V A C Y

Data and privacy are foundational elements of digital learning. Data is the cornerstone of diagnostic, formative and summative assessments and essential guides to improving learning. Data driven decision making requires a sound investment in creating data dashboards, analytics, and warehouses to ensure that data are readily available, accurate and practical for effective decision making. Equally important is the development of proper and secure policies, guided by State and federal laws, on practices and procedures to protect stakeholders. Professional learning continually provides the development of “data literate” education professionals, who use data ethically and legally to collect, analyze, report and inform instruction. Connecticut Data Privacy Law Connecticut’s student data privacy law (Connecticut General Statutes §§ 10-234aa through 10 234dd) requires that school districts enter into contracts with providers of educational technology whenever such providers capture or have access to personal student information, records, or data. The Darien Terms of Service Agreement is an addendum to this resource. Any software requested by a DPS employee must be vetted, approved and comply with this law.

Any software adoption needs to be approved by first completing this form and obtaining a signed DPS Student Privacy Data Rider:

Software Adoption Form, 2021

RTI Studio Our data warehouse, RTI Studio, provides teachers and administrators with readily accessible data in a number of areas. Within RTI Studio, a variety of analytical tools help inform adjustments needed on an individual, cohort or grade level instruction to improve learning.

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