The New York State Report Card plays a critical role in the Board of Regents' ongoing efforts to promote educational equity and improve outcomes for all students. By offering valuable insights into school and district performance, the report card helps guide instructional improvements and enhances services for students. It provides essential public information on staff, students, and key performance metrics, in accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). At its core, New York State's ESSA plan is designed to create interconnected strategies that support districts and schools, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. New York State is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, where data from the report card is integrated with local data elements to support decisions and actions to address challenges and celebrate progress. This commitment ensures that all students—regardless of their background, location, or circumstances—are given the tools and resources to thrive.