THE CNMI Statewide Longitudinal Data System Program proudly announces the successful launch of its Early Warning System in Reading platform and training for elementary school educators. This achievement is made possible through federal grant funding from the Institute of Education Sciences and the American Rescue Plan Act.
In collaboration with the Regional Educational Laboratory Pacific, the CNMI Public School System initiated the development of an identification of students who may be at risk of not reading proficiently by the end of third grade, thus empowering educators to offer timely interventions and support. To support this work, the CNMI SLDS Program has helped educators transition from manual data collection to an innovative web-based platform. This platform consolidates data from diverse sources into a user-friendly interface, employing predictive analytics and utilizing student data to assess risk levels based on early warning indicators.
The Early Warning System or EWS platform’s User Acceptance Training was initiated in early summer 2023, then the SLDS Program engaged more than 300 educators in comprehensive training and experienced a platform demonstration in late July.
Notably, elementary educators in Saipan completed their training on Sept. 18, followed by educators in Tinian on Sept. 25, and educators in Rota on Sept. 30. The training encompassed coordination with PSS departments in Accountability, Research & Evaluation, Office of Curriculum and Instruction, and Student Support Services to implement the Multi-Tiered System of Supports effectively. MTSS is an educational framework designed to holistically address the diverse academic and behavioral needs of students, ensuring academic and behavioral success.
In the collaborative effort to implement the MTSS effectively, our dedicated presenters, Dr. Rizalina Liwag and Jackie Quitugua, played a crucial role in guiding educators through the training sessions. Their expertise and commitment were instrumental in helping elementary educators embrace the MTSS framework.
Principal Daisy Quitugua said: “The EWS platform saves my staff time, empowering my teachers to provide not only timely interventions but also personalized student support for students at Sinapalo Elementary School while looking at the whole child and their story.”
Dr. Annette Pladevega-Sablan, SLDS Project Director, expresses profound appreciation for the federal grant funding that has underpinned this project.
Jeaniffer Cubangbang, SLDS Technical Manager also extends heartfelt gratitude to DbDriven LLC, a distinguished developer headquartered in Virginia, for their exceptional contributions to building the EWS platform.
About CNMI SLDS
The CNMI SLDS is a pivotal tool to bridge the gap between information and action, enhancing student outcomes. The mission of the CNMI SLDS Program is transforming education with the power of data.
For more information about CNMI SLDS and its initiatives, go to https://slds.cnmipss.org/
On Sept. 18, 2023, more than 300 educators from Saipan’s 7 elementary schools met at Koblerville Elementary School cafeteria for the Early Warning System in Reading platform training conducted by Jeaniffer Cubangbang, Statewide Longitudinal Data System Program technical manager.
Jeaniffer Cubangbang, Statewide Longitudinal Data System Program technical manager.
On Sept. 25, 2023, all Tinian Elementary School instructional staff received Early Warning System in Reading platform training.
On Sept. 30, 2023, Sinapalo Elementary School staff on Rota received training on the Early Warning System in Reading platform and use of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports.
