New Mexico Chooses Edupoint's Synergy as Statewide Student Information System

New Mexico Chooses Edupoint's Synergy Education Platform

The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) has made a pivotal decision for K-12 education by selecting Edupoint's Synergy Education Platform. This platform will serve as the state's first comprehensive student information system, fundamentally modernizing the data infrastructure and fostering improved access to educational data across New Mexico.

Streamlining Education Management

For over ten years, the New Mexico PED has evaluated the feasibility of establishing a unified student information system in hopes of streamlining operations across various school districts. Until now, multiple fragmented systems have hindered efficient data sharing, complicating student transfers and the accuracy of reporting and analysis. Thanks to recent funding and advancements in data collection, the transition to a centralized system has finally come to fruition.

Mariana Padilla, cabinet secretary of the PED, expressed optimism about the new system's potential. "This initiative allows us to reduce costs, improve data quality, and ensure equitable access to modern, reliable tools for school districts, educators, parents, and students-a crucial measure for supporting teaching, learning, and student achievement."

Rigorous Evaluation Process

The selection of Synergy followed a meticulous evaluation process that involved extensive stakeholder engagement, product demonstrations, and thorough reviews of functionality and cost-effectiveness. Input was gathered from PED's internal teams as well as external advisory groups, which paved the way for a recommendation that virtually all stakeholders supported unanimously.

According to Gregory Frostad, assistant secretary for the PED, "As we evaluated statewide solutions, Synergy stood out for its ease of use and robust functionality, especially in providing support for special services. The analytics framework behind Synergy for States is equally vital, allowing for timely and actionable insights for better decision-making."

Enhanced Decision-Making Through Analytics

Date analytics is essential in educational environments for anticipating and addressing challenges as they arise. The Synergy for States suite project provides state and local education agencies access to analytical insights that track attendance trends, graduation readiness, and other pivotal indicators of student progress. In doing so, educators and administrators can identify and address issues more rapidly, ensuring every student receives the support necessary to succeed.

The adoption of the Synergy platform guarantees that all participating local education agencies will have equal access to cutting-edge resources, including management tools that integrate learning assessments, analytics, and a comprehensive system of support. Thus, urban districts will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with rural and charter schools in terms of access to tools that empower effective education.

Rob Wilson, President of Edupoint, emphasized, "We developed Synergy for States to transform the way state education agencies harness data to drive action. By unifying everything from student information to special services and analytics, our solution aids states and districts in moving beyond traditional reporting to harness more proactive insights. This approach is crucial for enhancing student outcomes at all educational levels."

Implementation Timeline

The rollout of this innovative system is scheduled to commence this upcoming summer, targeting a diverse array of local education agencies. This group will represent a significant share of New Mexico’s student population, which includes both large urban districts and smaller rural schools.

About Edupoint Educational Systems

With over 35 years of experience in delivering impactful data management solutions tailored for K-12 education, Edupoint has established itself as a leader in the field. The Synergy Education Platform, known for its real-time data capabilities and engaging user interface, serves over 5.5 million students across 22 states. Edupoint's student information suite not only enhances academic performance through efficient data management but also fosters collaboration among educators and families to enable faster interventions when required.

By unlocking the potential of the Synergy Education Platform, the New Mexico Public Education Department is poised to take a monumental step toward fostering an educational ecosystem that prioritizes student success and collaboration among stakeholders.