A testimony by Kellie Forney, Indiana
At ESGI, we believe in the transformative power of effective assessment tools for educators and their students. Today, we are thrilled to share an inspiring testimonial from Kellie Forney, a dedicated kindergarten teacher from southern Indiana with 21 years of experience. Her journey with ESGI has profoundly changed her teaching practice, and we know her story will resonate with many.
The Impact of ESGI on Teaching Practices
Kellie enthusiastically states, “ESGI is hands down the best platform I have ever used; would you believe I first heard about it from another teacher? The beauty of ESGI is that you can design your own assessments that fit your classroom’s needs. One of my favorite features is the ability to pull from a large bank of tests created by other teachers. Plus, when your district decides to make a minor curriculum change, you can edit those assessments without creating an entirely new test.”
Now, with ESGI, that process is completely transformed. Kellie can simply “open my laptop, sign into ESGI, and I am ready to go.” The platform allows her to easily progress monitor students, focusing on specific areas as needed. The data is also readily accessible from anywhere, allowing her to fill out report cards at home. ESGI even takes the data and automatically creates valuable resources for parents, such as flashcards and family letters, which Kellie loves to share with her students’ families.
A Tool for Student Motivation
ESGI is more than just a data management tool; it’s also a powerful motivator for students. After each assessment, a simple pie chart appears, showing the percentage of correct answers. Kellie says her students are “always looking to fill up their pie!” This visual feedback makes the assessment process engaging and encourages students to do their best.
A Legacy of Data-Driven Growth
For Kellie, using ESGI is the first item on her back-to-school to-do list. She emphasizes the importance of collecting data early to “truly measure student growth from the beginning through the end of the school year.” ESGI’s platform is not intimidating for her young students, as it allows her to still engage with and support them during the assessment. Kellie has been using ESGI for over a decade and still has access to data from her former students, even those who have already graduated high school! This long-term access to data makes ESGI an invaluable resource for teachers dedicated to tracking student progress and celebrating their long-term achievements.
Future You Will Thank You
Just like Kellie, you can build a legacy of data and support for your students and for yourself. Imagine having instant access to a student’s data years down the road, effortlessly measuring growth, and having a resource that you can’t imagine teaching without. Her story shows how Future You will thank you for deciding to adopt ESGI. The legacy of support that Kellie describes isn’t just for her students—it’s for every teacher who chooses to streamline their process and focus on what matters most.
Want to hear this inspiring story directly from Kellie? Watch her full video interview below!
Whether you’re a teacher looking for a better way to assess or a district leader ready to empower your educators, ESGI is the tool that makes it possible. Make the choice today that will make your future self—and your students—grateful for years to come.
