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Modesto Student Analytics (MSA)

PowerSchool Analytics & Insights

MSA Intro Video

Login to MSA in MCS App Portal

PowerSchool Student Analytics (MSA) App in MCS App Portal

  1. Login to MCS App Portal

  2. Use the search bar to find "MSA" or "PowerSchool"

  3. Click on the PowerSchool Student Analytics (MSA) App

Imagine it's Monday morning. You're preparing for the week ahead, wondering how to best support your students. What if you had a magic wand that could instantly show you which students need extra help, who's improving, and where to focus your energy? That’s exactly what Modesto Student Analytics does for you!

This user-friendly tool puts powerful information at your fingertips:

  • See attendance patterns at a glance

  • Track grades and progress effortlessly

  • Monitor behavior trends easily

  • Understand how students are measuring up to standards

Unlock Deeper Student Insights

Data-Informed Conversations

I've seen that there is no more powerful way to initiate significant change than to convene a conversation. When a community of people discovers that they share a concern, change begins. There is no power equal to community discovering what it cares about.

Margaret Wheatley  

   Turning to One Another: Simple Conversations to Restore Hope to the Future, page 22

Pro Tips

Help Center

Pro Tip! Use the Help Center in the platform found in the top right corner just click on the ? icon.

Help Center features Getting Started and Guides for each of the Dashboards.

Also, in the top right you will find the App Launcher for easy access to PowerSchool Products like Performance Matters, PowerTeacher, Schoology, and PD Catalog (Professional Learning).

Help Center in Analytics and Insights

Professional Development Options

Unlock the full potential of data-driven instruction with our customized Modesto Student Analytics (MSA) training series. Our EdTech team has crafted a flexible suite of hands-on learning experiences designed to meet educators where they are—from MSA newcomers to data analytics enthusiasts. Each session is tailored to build confidence and competence in using the MSA dashboard to enhance student outcomes.

Ready to get started? Schedule a training session for you or your team today! Use this link to schedule your training

Getting Started with Modesto Student Analytics (MSA)

This session provides a hands-on introduction to Modesto Student Analytics (MSA). Teachers will use a one-page handout to guide them through the basic functions of the dashboard. We will work with live data for the students currently in your class. This is a straightforward session and serves as an excellent refresher for those familiar with MSA or a great entry point for new users.

MSA Advanced Exploration

In this session, teachers will receive the same one-page cheat sheet but dive deeper into the advanced features of the MSA Classroom dashboard. The focus will be on exploring attendance, assessment data, and using filters to create student groups. This hands-on session is designed to help teachers become more comfortable using these tools to organize and interpret data for their classroom.

The MSA Data Detective

This session turns teachers into “Data Detectives.” Using the MSA dashboard, teachers will work through a series of narratives where they investigate trends in student attendance, grades, and assessments. The goal is to help teachers identify patterns and use this data to inform their instructional decisions. This session is interactive, engaging, and encourages teachers to think critically about how to use the data available to them on MSA.

MSA Student Groups

In this session, educators will explore the seamless data flow between Performance Matters, Modesto Student Analytics, and PowerTeacher Pro. Through guided practice, teachers will master real-time student data access and interpretation, while learning to use MSA's predictive insights to implement proactive interventions. The session emphasizes practical application, as educators develop strategies for translating data insights into actionable teaching practices.

Self-paced PD Options

Modesto Student Analytics - Classroom Module
Counts for PD Incentive

This course will equip you with the skills to leverage PowerSchool's analytics tools, turning education data into actionable insights. You'll learn to visualize trends, and make data-driven decisions that enhance student outcomes and overall performance.

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Modesto Student Analytics - Admin Module
Counts for PD Incentive

This course will equip you with the skills to leverage PowerSchool's analytics tools, turning education data into actionable insights. You'll learn to visualize trends, and make data-driven decisions that enhance student outcomes and overall school performance.

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Resources

Handout

MSA Cheat Sheet

Handout

MSA Activity Sheet Handout PDF

Modesto Student Analytics Getting Started
Part 1 Presentation delivered to all teachers on Aug 7th & 9th 2024

MSA Teacher Presentation Link

Q & A

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