Research, Data & Evaluation

Overview

Mission

The Research, Data, and Evaluation (RDE) unit supports the mission and goals of the DeKalb County School District by providing fair, accurate, and relevant information that promotes a culture of informed decision making. Through collaboration and communication with both internal and external stakeholders, RDE seeks to provide our constituents with high-quality data resulting in insights and solutions to the district’s most pressing challenges.

RDE will operate as the center for the district’s data analysis and management and will ensure that research conducted by affiliates, employees and vendors align with the district’s strategic plan and commitment to its stakeholders.

RDE conducts district-wide surveys and data collection for instructional improvement and planning initiatives; coordinates and manages data requests to conduct educational research; compiles reviews of literature and identifies current trends in education to support the district leadership in planning for the future; provides research consultation; and offers technical training and assistance to schools, departments, and professional staff.

Vision

The RDE team is committed to creating data-driven solutions that

• Inform decisions made by policymakers and stakeholders within and without the district
• Provide insight about the effectiveness of district programs and policies for future endeavors
• Lead to innovation in research and evaluation methodologies using existing tools and resources

Commitment to Accuracy

Accuracy is key to each aspect of the department’s operation. The team strives to ensure that data provided are

• Complete and meets requested specifications
• Accurate during every stage—from retrieval to analysis.
• Accessible for seamless communication between departments