Kate Hillerman

In classrooms across California, state assessments serve as a key tool for evaluating student learning, school performance, and accountability. But how do students actually feel about these tests? What do they believe the results mean, and how do they experience…

After the pandemic, schools across the country were faced with hard truths: academic scores fell, student needs grew more complex, and boards needed answers. At Los Banos Unified School District, leadership chose not to sugarcoat the situation. Instead, they leaned…

In alternative learning environments, the challenge of state testing looms large. Distance, flexible schedules, and unconventional settings often leave students and staff feeling unprepared for summative assessments like the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). But these schools…

In K–12 education, data is abundant, but how do you make it work for your school’s goals? Schools often gather information from assessments, platforms, and student records, yet teams struggle to interpret and apply this data in ways that lead…

Charter Renewal Isn’t the End, It’s Part of the Ongoing Work In the world of charter schools, few events carry more weight than a renewal cycle. For many leaders, the charter renewal process can feel like a high-stakes, high-pressure sprint…

The future of education leadership is shifting and today’s most impactful leaders are the ones ready to adapt. Bold voices, authentic student feedback, and a new definition of success are shaping how schools must evolve to meet the needs of…

Every school is gathering feedback—through climate surveys, staff reflections, event follow-ups, or student voice initiatives. These efforts are crucial. They offer a valuable pulse on how students, families, and staff are experiencing school. But even with the best intentions, many…

Creating a Real just got easier. We’ve added a brand new AI Question Generator to help partners craft thoughtful, high-quality questions in less time. Now, when you’re setting up a Real, you’ll see a “Generate with AI” button where you…

How are schools across California tracking progress toward their goals in meaningful, measurable ways? In a recent Parsec Education webinar hosted by Dr. Marshall Baker, educators gathered to discuss an increasingly essential concept for today’s school leaders: Results-Based Accountability (RBA).…

Beyond Test Scores State assessments offer important academic insights, but traditional metrics often overlook the experiences behind the numbers.At Parsec Education, we think that student feedback is key to improving education results. Recently, Babatunde Ilori sat down with Lisa Thompson,…