As Mississippi gears up to implement the proposed updates to the College & Career Readiness (CCR) indicators for the 2025–2026 school year, one thing is clear: schools can’t afford to wait until the scores roll in to take action.
That’s why we’re introducing the Updated CCR Tracker—a tool designed not only to meet accountability requirements, but to help educators learn, navigate, and stay ahead of the game (pending SBE approval).
🔍 What’s New for 2025–2026?
- Weighted Graduation Outcomes
- Tiered Assessment Scores (ACT, ASVAB, WorkKeys—each with proportional value)
- Clear separation of Acceleration Participation vs. Performance
- Greater emphasis on 12th grade cohort performance
It’s not just about tracking students anymore—it’s about projecting performance and closing gaps before accountability season even begins.
đź“Š What This Tracker Does
1. Student-Level Input (Sheet 1: Student_Tracker)
Track and tag students by:
- Grade
- CTE Completion
- Graduation Outcome (GED, Traditional, Standard, Endorsement)
- Assessment Tier (ACT/ASVAB/WorkKeys – weighted)
- Advanced Coursework Participation
- Benchmark Performance
💡 New for 2025–26: All assessment levels and graduation outcomes are fully weighted based on MDE’s proposed model.
2. Real-Time Dashboard (Sheet 2: CCR_Totals_Dashboard)
This live dashboard instantly calculates:
- Acceleration Participation & Performance
- Achievement (12th Grade Graduation Outcomes)
- Weighted Assessment Scores
- Total CCR Points (Max 150)
🎓 Why It’s a Must-Have
MDE isn’t waiting—accountability changes are coming. And your district can either react late—or lead early.
This tracker empowers you to:
- Simulate CCR performance year-round
- Spot performance gaps long before reporting deadlines
- Facilitate shared ownership among staff
đź’¬ Final Thought
The 2025–2026 CCR Tracker isn’t just an Excel file. It’s your strategic dashboard for driving success under Mississippi’s evolving accountability model.
This isn’t about gaming the system. It’s about mastering it—because your students deserve a school that doesn’t just react, but leads from the front.
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