October 16, 2026
A file that summarizes PreACT and PreACT 8/9 results by school for the 2025-2026 school year is available on SharePoint here. The file includes a tab for each grade level. In addition to the outcomes on the PreACT subject tests, the file includes the average predicted ACT Composite based on PreACT scores, and the percent of students predicted to score a 21 or higher on ACT based on PreACT scores.
Empowering Your Data Story: The DAIM Team wants to encourage greater Power BI and MSCS Compass use in District-managed schools. As part of our usage campaign, schools with the highest usage receive recognition monthly. Click here to see the flier for more information. You can also see pictures of recipients, with their awards, on our Hall of Fame page.
September School Winners
- Top School Overall: J.P. Freeman School
- Top Elementary School: Delano Elementary
- Top High School: Manassas High
Highlighted Reports:
Fall Interim and Common Formative Assessment data is available in the Performance Matters and Performance Matters Participation reports within the Student Assessment dashboard. Data updates nightly during the window. Performance Matters data is also available in Assessment Student Report, Assessment Raw Data, Assessment District Quick Report, Student Snapshot, and School Snapshot. Click here for the Performance Matters user guide. And here for the Participation Report user guide.
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Upcoming Training Sessions:
- Virtual Office Hours for October 20th and 22nd will be a review of the Performance Matters: Participation and Performance Reports.
- For more information on Virtual Office Hours, check out this flyer! Sessions are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 PM on Microsoft Teams.
- Check out our Training Calendar for all upcoming District Trainings.
| Dates | Training | Sign Up |
| 10/20, 10/22 | Virtual Office Hours: Student Assessment: Performance Matters Report and Performance Matters Participation | Click here to sign up. |
| 10/20 | MSCS Compass: Exploring the High School Progress Dashboard (PLZ 49628) | Click here to sign up. |
| 10/22 | MSCS Compass: Exploring the Student Discipline Dashboard (PLZ 49629) | Click here to sign up. |
| 11/5 | New PLC Coach Training | Click here to sign up. |
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Monthly Newsletter:
Check your inbox! On the second Wednesday of every month, the DAIM team sends out a monthly newsletter to all Power BI users. In it, you will find more information on upcoming trainings, new releases, and how-to guides. To see this month’s edition (and all archived editions), visit our support page.
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Check out our page of new/updated features and releases on our DAIM Support Page!
You can reach out to us at DAIMSUPPORT@scsk12.org if you need support.