Clifton, NJ - October 2, 2025 - Education leaders and industry data experts gathered at the fifth annual ClassLink Learning Analytics Summit (CLAS) to turn analytics into action. They worked through real-world use cases to improve instruction, equity, and security, and left with clear steps to apply immediately.
Cheers to Our CLAS 2025 Awards of Excellence Winners
The CLAS Awards of Excellence recognize individuals and teams turning data into impact. These innovators are leading the way in transforming how schools use data to inform decision-making and drive success.
Data Storyteller
Celebrates a leader who turns complex data into clear narratives that guide teaching and learning.
Winner: Tara Amsterdam, Instructional Technology Coach, Colonial SD (DE)
Data Literacy Leader
Honors a champion advancing staff capacity to use AI and data with confidence and care.
Winner: Dr. Michael Mades, Director of Technology, Verizon Innovative Learning Schools, Digital Promise
Data Security Champion
Recognizes a technologist using analytics data to strengthen identity, access, and incident response.
Winner: Carlos Garcia, Executive Director of Technology, Tornillo ISD (TX)
“The CLAS Awards of Excellence recognized leaders who turned data into measurable decisions. This year's winners didn't admire dashboards. They acted. Students benefited, staff were supported, and systems stayed secure.”
ClassLink Product Announcements
OneData update: Ready-to-use assessment data flows straight into your analysis tools. No extra prep work or data cleanup required. Fully automated data transfers allow for faster analysis.
New Views in ClassLink Analytics: Filter analytics data by grade level today. Demographic filtering is coming soon to help teams spot equity gaps faster.
Watch What You Missed
Missed CLAS, but still want the scoop on actionable data insights? Explore the on-demand sessions available on the CLAS 2025 platform. To access the sessions, register now.