Otus, an EdTech company that empowers educators to maximize student performance with a comprehensive K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, has recently partnered with FIRST Educational Resources, a prominent provider of professional development and consulting services for school districts. This alliance will provide schools and educators with a powerful combination of cutting-edge technology and expert professional development, aiming to elevate educational outcomes across the United States.
Otus and FIRST Educational Resources have cooperated to combine their capabilities and improve their offers to schools and districts. The joint venture offers a holistic solution that serves various educational needs by incorporating Otus’ revolutionary technology platform with FIRST Educational Resources’ professional development and consulting services.
Built by teachers for teachers, Otus creates efficiencies in data management, assessment, and progress monitoring to help educators focus on what matters most—student success. The company works with school districts nationwide to create informed, data-driven learning environments. This partnership will allow Otus to expand its reach through FIRST Educational Resources’ established network of over 2,000 school districts while offering clients a unique blend of advanced technology and expert consulting services. The organizations aim to help schools drive meaningful improvement and achieve better outcomes for educators and students.
Speaking on the collaboration, Chris Hull, Co-founder and President of Otus, said:
FIRST Educational Resources is committed to empowering educators through specialized support and proven strategies. By combining Otus’ technology with FIRST’s expertise, we are equipping schools with the resources they need to drive data-informed progress and support meaningful student growth.
Otus has already seen the potential of this collaboration through its October webinar on standards-based grading, which generated tremendous participation and over 100 audience questions. This strong response emphasizes the importance of integrating FIRST Educational Resources’ expertise with Otus’ data capabilities, providing schools with the resources and support they need to address obstacles and generate long-term, positive change.
Garth Larson, Co-founder and CEO of FIRST Educational Resources, added:
Otus’ cutting-edge technology platform is revolutionizing how schools leverage data to drive educational outcomes and create more meaningful communication about student learning. By combining their advanced technology solutions with our expertise in professional development, we are equipping educators with the tools and strategies needed to achieve real progress in today’s schools.
With eight separate divisions focusing on assessment and grading, collective teacher efficacy, instructional coaching, literacy, math, social-emotional learning, leadership, and RTI/MTSS, FIRST Educational Resources have partnered with over 2000 school districts globally, focusing on the immediate application of knowledge that leads to more substantial learning outcomes for all students. It is dedicated to providing comprehensive and affordable support to educators worldwide, aiming to improve teaching, learning, and leadership.
