The Education Week Spotlight on Turning Spring Assessments Into Actionable Literacy Insights is a collection of articles hand-picked by our editors.
Spring assessments have arrived, and this Spotlight urges schools to move beyond spreadsheets and turn literacy data into meaningful action. These articles show how personalized nudges can sharpen teachers’ data use; why grades should reflect learning, not just ranking students; and how a strengths-based approach can refocus conversations on growth. They emphasize integrating formative assessment with daily instruction, choosing interim tests wisely, avoiding common leadership missteps, and helping students track their own progress. Find out how aligned, instructionally focused assessments can transform spring scores into smarter literacy decisions.