Midyear MAP Scores Aren’t Just About Academics: What the Data Is Really Telling You
Midyear MAP scores often feel confusing — even when you know students have grown. By January, testing measures more than academics; it reflects attention, regulation, and stamina. In this post, I share why movement before testing matters, how executive function shows up in midyear data, and how simplifying small-group planning allows teachers to focus on what matters most: supporting students so learning can actually happen.
