Webinar: Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems

Understanding the role of data systems in education and workforce alignment
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Data
Student and teacher examining data.

On September 10, 2025, Aligned partnered with the Data Quality Campaign (DQC) to host a webinar introducing Statewide Longitudinal Data Systems (SLDSs) and their role in aligning education and workforce priorities. SLDSs help states connect data across systems, inform policy, and provide valuable insights for students, families, and employers.

The session covered what SLDSs are, why they matter, and how Kansas and Missouri can strengthen their systems. Kansas does not yet have a full SLDS, while Missouri’s existing system lacks legislative backing and broader public use. Policy recommendations included codifying systems into law, building independent governance, and increasing transparency to ensure SLDSs deliver value to stakeholders.

  • Speaker: Camila Camborda, Associate Director of State Policy and Advocacy, Data Quality Campaign

  • Watch the Recording: Here.

Aligned believes strong data systems are essential to effective policymaking and to preparing students for success in education and the workforce. This webinar offered state-specific recommendations and examples to guide next steps in Kansas and Missouri.