Edmond board approves EduCLIMBER data system and OSSBA Title IX audit
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Summary
The board approved a $108,670 purchase of EduCLIMBER, a Renaissance data warehouse and slip-plan tool, and authorized a $51,100 Title IX audit from OSSBA to proactively assess equity and participation across programs.
The Edmond Public Schools Board approved two districtwide initiatives meant to strengthen student data systems and compliance oversight: a purchase of EduCLIMBER for $108,670 and a contract with the Oklahoma State School Boards Association (OSSBA) for a Title IX audit costing $51,100.
Staff presented EduCLIMBER as a combined data warehouse and family-facing slip-plan feature that aggregates attendance, behavior, academics and screening results in one view. A staff presenter said the system "also saves our teachers time," noting the product integrates with Infinite Campus and that the district will pilot implementation and syncing through the summer to be ready by July.
Board members asked about training, technology capacity and how the product would integrate with strategic plans; staff said technology leaders had reviewed EduCLIMBER and that site-based training and a "train-the-trainer" approach were expected.
On the Title IX audit, staff recommended hiring OSSBA to conduct a comprehensive review of participation, facilities and processes to ensure fairness and equity across programs. Presenters said the audit could take about six months and would produce color-coded results and a prioritized plan for any facilities or participation gaps. Staff framed the audit as proactive, providing documentation the district could use if complaints arise.
Both items were approved by board motion and roll-call votes. Staff will proceed with procurement and set implementation timelines, including vendor visits and training for EduCLIMBER and a multi-month audit schedule with OSSBA.
