Product Updates

PRODUCT UPDATES

Tango Rx for TPRI/Tejas LEE and CIRCLE/C-PALLS+

  • We have streamlined web access for testing, reports, and data analysis.
  • We have added multiple reports to support campuses with their Teacher Incentive Allotment and Accelerated Learning (HB4545) requirements.
  • We have established a seamless integration into TEA’s latest mandate for use of their Ed-Fi system for prekindergarten ECDS data reporting. Tango Software will directly submit ECDS data for districts using CIRCLE/C-PALLS.

 

Reporting

  • We have re-imagined the Trends report tool for ease of use, including favorite tagging and report grouping for common tasks.
  • We have augmented our infrastructure for faster processing and reporting.
  • We have added customized reports, including:
    1. Teacher incentive allotment monitoring
    2. Accelerated learning tracking
    3. Differentiated group tutorial workbooks
    4. Dyslexia screening management
    5. Quintile analysis
    6. Data walls
    7. Demographic/program funding oversight

Tango Trends Data Analytics

  • We have added up-to-date, accurate, and detailed STAAR accountability projection reports so that teachers and administrators can target instruction and strategize in preparation for STAAR.
  • We have included key “What-If” scenario reports to help focus resources on the areas of accountability that will provide the most impact for the district and each campus.
  • T-TESS and T-PESS formal and informal observational tool introduced for Fall 2024

 

Etazo Online Testing Platform

  • We have improved the most comprehensive online testing system that mimics Cambium in look, feel, and functionality.  Students get consistent practice using the STAAR tool for all their local assessments and benchmarks.
  • We have added all of the STARR 2.0 item types.
  • We have added student supports and accommodations, including content language supports and word prediction assistance.

 

Kentro Assessment Builder

  • We have added the item bank infrastructure to allow for TEKS-based questions, including all STAAR released items, TEA Practice item, and Liberty Source original content.
  • We have automated pop-up generation that will search through existing release STAAR items for any content language supports options.

 

 

Accelerated Learning (HB4545/1416) Module

  • We have updated our module the new legislation and reporting requirements.
  • We have streamlined the addition of intervention and remediation activity options.
  • We have integrated LION for Reading and LION for Math benchmarks and progress monitoring into the tutorial plan for accelerated learners.
  • We have added LION for Reading and LION for Math time in online student tutorial activities to the time calculation.

 

LION for Prekindergarten

  • We have received TEA approval for our research-based LION for Prekindergarten screening tool for the 2024-2027 Commissioner’s List. This online assessment assesses literacy, math, science, and developmental checklists for prekindergarten students in English and Spanish.
  • We have added optional progress monitoring tools for intermediate student tracking.
  • We have established a seamless integration into TEA’s latest mandate for use of their Ed-Fi system for prekindergarten ECDS data reporting. Tango Software will directly submit ECDS data for districts using LION for Prekindergarten.

 

LION for Kindergarten Early Entry

  • We have added composite reports for both literacy and math.
  • We have added an option to upload the student's writing sample, which can be reviewed and maintained for future reference.

 

Dyslexia Screeners

  • We have received TEA approval for our research-based LION for Reading screening tool for the 7th grade reading instrument list.
  • We have released a stand-alone dyslexia screener for grades K-8 in English and Spanish that targets risk factors identified by the International Dyslexia Association, including literacy and cognitive skills.
  • We have added checklists for qualitative and quantitative data collection.
  • We have added a comprehensive dysgraphia screener K-8.

 

LION for Reading

  • We have elevated our alignment to the principles of the Science of Reading to ensure all tools are designed to assist teachers with explicit instruction and reading practice.
  • We have added over 100 decodable eBooks in English and Spanish for grades K-2.
  • We have added over 80 fiction and nonfiction readers eBooks in English and Spanish for grades 2-5.
  • We have added daily literacy activity RHINO packets in English and Spanish for grades K-8.
  • We have added weekly progress monitoring for K-12.
  • We have added STAAR 2.0 technology-enhanced items for release in the 2024-2025 school year.
  • We have integrated LION for Reading benchmarks and progress monitoring into the tutorial plan for accelerated learners.
  • We have added LION for Reading minutes in online student tutorial activities to the time calculation.

 

LION for Math

  • We have added STAAR 2.0 technology-enhanced items for all grade levels to be released for the 2024-2025 school year.
  • We have integrated LION for Math benchmarks and progress monitoring into the tutorial plan for accelerated learners.
  • We have added LION for Math minutes in online student tutorial activities to the time calculation.

 

LION for Science

  • We have added STAAR 2.0 technology-enhanced items for all grade levels to be released for the 2024-2025 school year.
  • We have added weekly progress monitoring probes.

 

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