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05/27/2026

Today we're launching Connect AI — and we built it because educators keep telling us the same thing: "The data is there. We just don't have time to use it."

Connect AI is a built-in Digital Analyst that turns your district's attendance, behavior, and academic data into clear answers in plain English — in seconds. Whether you're a superintendent heading into a board meeting, a school psychologist building an IEP, or a teacher trying to figure out who needs you most, you get the full picture fast.

And when you find the students who need support? You can convert that result directly into a trackable MTSS intervention group in one step. No other platform does this.

Read the full story: https://hubs.ly/Q04j24_s0

🚀 See it in 10 minutes — book your AI test drive: www.schooldata.net/connect-ai

05/05/2026

As districts head into the final stretch of the school year, one thing is clear:

Budget decisions made now will shape next year’s outcomes.

EPIC Analytics brings finance, staffing, and performance data together—so leaders can model scenarios, reduce risk, and make decisions with confidence.

From “what if?” to “we’re ready.”

Empower K-12 leadership with EPIC Analytics. Drive strategic intelligence through proactive fiscal forecasting, peer benchmarking, and data-backed staffing to improve student outcomes.

04/22/2026

We’re excited to be heading to the Michigan Association of State and Federal Program Specialists Spring Conference, April 23–24!

As a proud annual sponsor, we’re looking forward to connecting with state and federal program leaders and talking through the challenges (and opportunities) ahead.

Stop by our vendor table to see how SchoolData helps districts:
• Align funding decisions with program goals
• Plan proactively for changing federal and state funding
• Turn complex data into clear, actionable insights

Let’s talk strategy, sustainability, and smarter planning.

See you there!

04/20/2026

Michigan finance leaders 👇

The MSBO Conference is almost here, and so is your chance to plan smarter.

📍 Booth #928
🎯 Live look at EPIC Analytics
🏆 Giveaway: YETI Beverage Bucket

Stop by and see how your district can uncover savings + build a stronger financial story.

04/17/2026

Rolling out a new data visualization tool shouldn't feel like a marathon. DeKalb CUSD needed a platform that building leaders could actually use without the burden of heavy lifting from IT.

The result? An implementation that was "faster than any arrangement" they had previously experienced.

Hear more about the rollout in this podcast with IASA: https://hubs.ly/Q04cyr8t0

04/10/2026

The “funding honeymoon” is over—and the fiscal cliff is here.

As one-time funds expire, districts are facing tough decisions that can’t be solved reactively.

Join us next week for a live webinar:
Standing at the Edge: Navigating the 2026/27 Fiscal Cliff
🗓 April 16 | ⏰ 10:00 AM EST

We’re excited to feature guest speaker Jason Helsen, MSBO, who will share expert insight on the current budget landscape and what districts should be doing now.

You’ll walk away with strategies to:
• Plan proactively for the 2026/27 budget cycle
• Strengthen forecasting and long-term planning
• Communicate decisions clearly to your board and community

Don’t wait until the fund balance hits zero. Start planning now.

👉 Save your spot: https://hubs.ly/Q04bpTws0

Join us on Tuesday, April 16th at 10 AM ET for our next webinar: Standing at the Edge: Navigating the 2026/2027 "Fiscal Cliff"

04/01/2026

Post-ESSER budgets are tightening—and the 2026–27 fiscal cliff is here.

With staffing making up nearly 80% of district budgets, the loss of one-time funding puts both student outcomes and safety at risk.

It’s time to move beyond spreadsheets, and into strategy.

At SchoolData, we help Finance Directors shift from across-the-board cuts to Strategic Right-Sizing.

Through our Free Admin Review, you can:
• Identify Savings: Find up to 7% in hidden efficiencies
• Benchmark: Compare staffing and costs to neighboring districts
• Defend Your Budget: Walk in with board-ready dashboards

Plan smarter for FY26/27 👇

Download your no cost Admin Review report to uncover your school district's fiscal health, financial trends, enrollment impacts, and peer comparisons.

03/25/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Kari as our new Vice President of Customer Experience!

With more than 15 years of leadership experience across customer success, customer experience, and product strategy in SaaS and edtech, Kari has built and led high-performing teams focused on improving retention, driving adoption, and maximizing long-term value.

At Definable Solutions, she will lead our Customer Experience organization, strengthening operations, deepening partnerships with district leaders, and ensuring customers see meaningful value from their data. She will also play a key role in guiding our continued growth and innovation.

Based in Minnesota, Kari enjoys time with her family, being at the hockey rink, and supporting youth athletics and community initiatives.

Please join us in welcoming Kari to the team! 👏

03/20/2026

We’re excited to welcome Josiah Brown to the team as our newest Sales Development Representative (SDR)!

Josiah is beginning his career in tech sales and brings a strong enthusiasm for learning, growth, and contributing to the team. As an SDR, he’ll play an important role in helping connect school leaders with solutions that support better data-driven decisions.

Outside of work, Josiah enjoys staying active, whether that’s hitting the gym or playing basketball, and is always looking for ways to keep learning and improving.

Please join us in welcoming Josiah to the team! 👏

03/18/2026

District budgets are under pressure—and the 2026–2027 school year is shaping up to be one of the toughest yet.

When staffing makes up ~80% of your budget, “right-sizing” isn’t optional—it’s critical.

Join SchoolData + MSBO on March 24 at 10am EST to learn how to make strategic, data-driven decisions (not across-the-board cuts).

🎯 Featuring:
Mary Beth Rogers, Jason Helsen, and Linda Kraft

Walk away knowing how to:
• Align staffing to enrollment
• Compare spending with peer districts
• Navigate tough trade-offs with confidence
• Build a sustainable financial plan

👉 Don’t wait—register now

Join us on Tuesday, March 24th at 10 AM ET for our next webinar: Navigating the 2026/2027 Budgeting Season: Balancing Staffing Reality with Student Success