Assessment to Achievement
What is Assessment to Achievement?
The Assessment to Achievement (A2A) project provides implementation support in using data, creating collaborative structures, and engaging in evidence-based instructional practices to increase student achievement. Using content tailored to schools' needs, the Assessment to Achievement project leverages evidence-based strategies in combination with implementation science to improve student outcomes. School and district teams who participate in this four-year project increase their own expertise in collaboratively analyzing multiple data points and using the analysis to inform instructional and program decisions that positively influence students and schools.
In addition to A2A, the A2A:AI initiative launched in fall 2025. This three-year program supports Utah educators and leaders in leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance instructional practices, data informed decision making, and collaborative leadership. Through quarterly, professional learning sessions and monthly coaching visits, teams are integrating AI tools into daily practice to improve efficiency and student outcomes.
Project Impact
Since 2015, over 100 schools have participated, with student learning at the heart of the program. According to data collected from previous cohorts after three years of participation in A2A, these schools’ student proficiency grew to be almost four times higher than non-A2A schools in Utah.
What are Educators Saying about Assessment to Achievement?
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In addition, across 81 schools and 16 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) completing this 4-year partnership with the Utah State Board of Education (USBE):
- 86% of teachers reported that their school-based teams are functioning more effectively
- 92% indicated that their own instruction was more effective
- 90% of teachers and administrators affirm that they use data more effectively to identify student learning gaps
Contact
Assessment to Achievement |
Assessment to Achievement AI |
| Katie Bares Assessment to Achievement Project Co-Manager Phone: (801) 538-7809 | Email |
Dina Wecker Assessment to Achievement AI Specialist Phone: (801) 538-7905 | Email |
| Sam Tinkey Assessment to Achievement Project Co-Manager Phone: (801) 538-7961 | Email |