"This was the Best Conference I've Ever Attended!" -E2 Attendee
In 2012, ECTAC launched the Exceeding Expectations (E2) Project. An ECTAC data analysis team identifies high poverty schools that are exceeding expectations by showing significant progress in improving student achievement. After a pandemic pause, ECTAC has re-energized the Exceeding Expectations Project.
For the 2023-2024 Exceeding Expectations Project, 2022 School Grade data was utilized to analyze 3,409 schools. Based on criteria established by ECTAC and our E2 steering committee, 35 schools were identified as eligible Exceeding Expectations Schools. Criteria measures included:
ELA and Math Achievement/Proficiency (FSA data)
ELA and Math Learning Gains (as compared to 2019 FSA data)
ELA and Math Achievement/Proficiency in ESSA Student Groups/Subgroups
School Grade/School Grade History
Percentage of Economically Disadvantaged Students
. After communication with, and confirmation of, District leadership support and the eligible schools' submission of the Commitment to Participate Survey, information is reviewed and eligible schools are selected as Award Schools.
The Exceeding Expectations Conference provides the opportunity for Award Schools and attendees to celebrate and share successful strategies. This exciting event includes general sessions, breakout sessions where schools present their strategies, networking opportunities, and an awards banquet where Award Schools are recognized for their accomplishments. The Award schools are from ECTAC member districts as well as non-member districts and all school districts in the State are invited to attend the E2 Conference to learn with and from each other.