Local Accountability

We support districts in  reimagining accountability systems that reflect  community values  and share a  fuller, more complete story of their learners, not just test scores.

What this supports...

We support schools and districts to...

co-design local accountability vision with community stakeholders so measures reflect shared values.



co-develop reporting tools  that  are meaningful and useful to your community.



create processes for collecting and analyzing meaningful evidence  that combine quantitative and qualitative data.

navigate compliance while innovating locally,  ensuring accountability meets state expectations and community aspirations.

See this in action!

elevatED studio's Map, Mirror, Move tool helps districts reflect on their accountability dashboards to ensure they tell a values-driven story of student learning and guide meaningful action.

Why this matters...

Local accountability shifts the focus from compliance to  community trust. It ensures families, educators, and learners see a  fuller picture of learning and growth, grounded in shared values. By telling a more human story of success, districts build stronger connections with their communities and  create space for deeper, more meaningful learning.

Our Design Supports

broadening your community's definition of success

How might we design a local system that holds us accountable for what our community truly values?

Accountability matters most when it reflects what the community cares about, using data that is meaningful to them. We help districts build and sustain collaborative partnerships with community-based cohorts to surface shared values and identify the metrics that matter.

sharing your story through reporting tools

How can design reporting tools, like dashboards, that communicate a more complete story of our system to our community?

Dashboards and reporting tools should elevate what your community cares about most, offering a balanced picture of the whole learner and system. We help districts design tools and processes that share that picture in ways that are accessible and meaningful to your local communities.

sustaining local accountability systems

How might we sustain local accountability so it both meets state requirements and drives real reflection and change?

Accountability doesn’t have to be a choice between compliance and meaning. We help leaders navigate state requirements while building sustainable processes for reflection and decision-making, so local accountability systems not only check the boxes but also drive continuous improvement and meaningful change.