The Data and Performance Management department within the Office of Schools emerged through a partnership with the Strategic Data Project, a program of the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University. Steered by our Strategic Data Fellow, our team works to ensure that ASD fulfills the promises of our district's new strategic plan, "Lighting the Way: A Blueprint for Innovation and Excellence 2030," using clear evidence and sophisticated data systems. We use data-driven decision-making to identify student needs, evaluate our programs, and implement effective strategies that empower all learners to achieve their full potential.