The Anatomy of STAAR is a focused, one-hour deep dive series examining the structure, design, and cognitive demands of the STAAR assessment. Participants will gain practical insights into data trends, item types, rubrics, passage complexity, and constructed responses to inform intentional instruction.

Understanding regional performance patterns provides clarity for instructional decision-making. In this session, participants will examine recent STAAR data trends as indicators of the region’s instructional health—identifying strengths, persistent gaps, and emerging signals. Emphasis will be placed on interpreting data beyond surface-level metrics to uncover root causes and instructional implications. Participants will leave with actionable insights to guide planning and targeted support.