Managing Data

I'm relating my comments to Standard #3 regarding "management of the organization....for an effective learning environment". I was really impressed with the management of data that can be accomplished with Access and Excel. (I don't have much experience with either, so most of the information was new to me.) Pretty amazing! I definitely can see the value of an administrator being well-versed in this software to take full advantage of the capabilities of both. The "power" is being able to manipulate data to bring contrasts, comparisons, and trends to the forefront. The insight that this provides could mean the success or failure of an initiative, a student, or a district.
It was frustrating to not be able to get on the internet all weekend. I'm hoping that the problem is resolved within the next two weeks.