This dedicated resource serves as a guide to effectively navigating Ohio School Report Cards and associated processes. These virtual trainings and pre-recorded videos are designed to provide focused, in-depth learning on single topics. Each virtual session is up to two hours in length and does not require prior registration. Whether you’re a superintendent, EMIS coordinator, administrator, or counselor; an ESC or SST consultant; or an ITC professional, these trainings are tailored to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to understand and utilize Ohio School Report Card Data.
Traditional Gap Closing
This training session aims to familiarize district staff with a deep dive into the calculations utilized in the Gap Closing Ratings for the Traditional Report Cards:
- ELA and Math Achievement
- ELA and Math Growth
- Graduation Rate
- English Language Proficiency (ELP) Improvement Indicator
- Chronic Absenteeism Improvement Indicator
Session dates and times:
- Wednesday, January 14, 2026 9:30-11:30a.m. | 1/14 Meeting Link
- Friday, January 16, 2026 12:30-2:30p.m. | 1/16 Meeting Link
Traditional Progress
The Department in collaboration with Dr. John White, V.P., SAS, will be presenting about growth measures and the calculations utilized in the Value-Added ratings in the Traditional Report card in order to provide a clear understanding of how student progress is measured and interpreted.
Session dates and times:
- Monday, January 26, 2026 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. | Meeting Link
- Wednesday, January 28, 2026 1:00-3:00p.m. | Meeting Link
Early Literacy
This training session aims to familiarize district staff with a deep dive into the calculations utilized in the Early Literacy Ratings for the Traditional Report Cards
Session dates and times:
- Monday, February 2, 2026 9:30-11:30a.m. | 2/2 Meeting Link
- Wednesday, February 4, 2026 12:30-2:30p.m. | 2/4 Meeting Link
DPR Achievement, Progress, Gap Closing, and Graduation
This training session aims to familiarize district staff with a deep dive into the calculations utilized in the Components for the Dropout Prevention and Recovery Report Cards:
- High School Test Passage Rate
- Progress
- Annual Measurable Objectives
- 4-Year through 8 Year Graduation Rates
Session dates and times:
- Thursday, March 5, 2026 12:30-2:30p.m. | 3/5 Meeting Link
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026 9:30-11:30a.m. | 3/11 Meeting Link
Traditional Gifted Performance Indicator
This training session aims to familiarize district staff with a deep dive into the calculations utilized in the Gap Closing Ratings for the Traditional Report Cards
Session dates and times:
- Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00-3:00p.m.| 3/30 Meeting Link
- Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00-3:00p.m. | 3/31 Meeting Link
Traditional and CTPD Achievement
This training session aims to familiarize district staff with a deep dive into the calculations utilized in the Achievement Ratings for both the Traditional and Career Technical Planning District Report Cards
Session dates and times:
- Monday, April 6, 2026 9:30-11:30a.m. | 4/6 Meeting Link
- Tuesday, April 7, 2026 12:30-2:30p.m. | 4/7 Meeting Link
SDC: Overview
This session will introduce the Secure Data Center (SDC) and provide best practices for utilizing SDC reports. Though designed mainly for new users, users at all levels involved with submitting and reviewing EMIS data may find this session useful.
Session dates and times:
- Wednesday, May 6, 2026 9:30-11:30a.m. | 5/6 Meeting Link
- Thursday, May 7, 2026 12:30-2:30p.m. | 5/7 Meeting Link
SDC: Career Tech
This session will introduce the Career Technical Education Reports in the Secure Data Center (SDC) and provide best practices for utilizing SDC Reports. This session is specifically designed for Career Technical Planning Districts and Traditional Districts who offer Career Technical Pathway Programs.
Session dates and times:
- Monday, June 1, 2026 9:30-11:30a.m. | 6/1 Meeting Link
- Wednesday, June 3, 2026 12:30-2:30p.m. | 6/3 Meeting Link
For a list of all topics/dates/times CLICK HERE