Many of Louisiana’s school systems are using LEAP 360 to embed curriculum-aligned checks throughout the year. Reports highlight how daily formative practices, supported by coaching and supervision, have:
- Helped teachers use anecdotal notes and exit products to guide daily lessons.
- Created a culture of responsiveness focused on what students need that day, not just at grading checkpoints.
(rapidesfoundation.org)
Vernon Parish is one such district. In 2018, it had a low A rating (87.5%). As many know, the higher a school district’s rating, the harder it is to improve. Yet Vernon Parish (46% Title I) has continued to climb, thanks to using daily data to support students at the moment of learning.
- Ranking: For the 2023–2024 school year, the Vernon Parish school district was ranked 7th out of 70 districts in Louisiana.
- “A” Rating: In the 2023–2024 school year, the district received an “A” rating with a score of 92.1, an increase from 90.7 the previous year.
- Academic Growth: Vernon Parish was recognized as the only “A”-rated district in Louisiana for its ACT index growth.
- Top Gains Recognition: In 2023–2024, nine of the parish’s schools were designated “Top Gains” for their significant progress with students.
Louisiana’s practices mirror HISD—daily data fueling instruction—but rely more on teacher capacity-building and coaching rather than centralized grading teams
