🎬 Otus Live highlight reel

• ⭐️ New: Flag Questions as a student ⭐️
• Partial Scoring in Advanced Assessments
• Using Google Resources in Lessons
• Enhancing the Standards Gradebook

🎁 Earn Otus Swag!

Watching Otus Live videos (live or recordings) will earn you Otus swag!

• 15 views: Swag Box (tumbler and blanket)
• 50 views: Adidas sweatshirt

🏆 Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence

Otus has won two Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Back to School 2025 for 🍎 Primary Education and 🍏 Secondary Education.

The judges loved how Otus brings all classroom data together in one place, saving teachers time, giving leaders clear insights, and supporting every student’s growth.

🏅1EdTech Data Privacy Seal

Otus has earned the Data Privacy Seal from 1EdTech. This is a certification awarded to educational technology products that demonstrate a strong commitment to protecting student data and adhering to rigorous privacy standards.

We’re proud of these wins, but even more proud of the difference Otus is making for teachers, leaders, students, and families every single day 💜

Congratulations, Jennifer Wagner!✨Otus Educator of the Month✨

🏆 Words from the Winner 🏆

"One way I use Otus that really helps me and my students is by creating consistency in my assignments. When everything is organized the same way, students know what to expect and can focus more on the content instead of figuring out the format. It also makes things easier on my end. I can quickly compare data across assignments to see what’s working, who needs support, and where to go next with instruction. It helps keep things clear, intentional, and all in one place." - Jennifer Wagner

Jennifer achieved an impressive milestone by completing FOUR OCE Summer Session Cohorts. This is the highest number ever completed! Way to go, Jennifer! Keep shining bright ✨

🥳 Coming to a city near you...

Regional workshops are in-person events hosted by Otus in partnership with districts where educators can gather to learn about and experience Otus.

Upcoming Workshop:

• Oct 30th - Salem School District (WI)

✔︎ Register here!

🏆 Ready to become an Otus pro?

Join our Otus Certified Educators program.

✔️ Self-paced

✔️ Earn Otus gear

✔️ Free to all

🧩 Stay connected

• Join the Otus Educator Group on Facebook.
• Check out the Otus Community Page.

⭐️ Post Grades

You now have control over when grades and feedback are released.

➡️ Learn More

⭐️ Otus AI Update

Now accessible in Assessment Analytics

➡️ Learn More

⭐️ Enhancements

Mastery Setting

Mode: In the event of a mode tie, the default setting awards the higher score. If requested, the default can now be set to the lower score instead. If you're interested, please reach out.

📚 Answers Right at Your Fingertips

The Otus Help Center is your go-to resource for any step-by-step guides, tips, and answers to common questions, all handcrafted by the Otus team. Each article is thoughtfully created to help you make the most of your Otus experience!

💬 In-App Chat Tool

The Otus in-app chat feature offers real-time support right within Otus. Whether you have a quick question or need more detailed assistance, we’re here to help. Just click the chat icon in the bottom corner and answer a few quick prompts to get started!

🎥 Otus Live is BACK!

🗓 Weekly Schedule:

• Mondays @ 2 PM CST
• Tuesdays @ 3 PM CST
• Wednesdays @ 4 PM CST

Sign up for an upcoming session ⬇️

🥇 Otus Live: Level Up Contest ←

🚨CONTEST CLOSED🚨

🍿 Choose a Learning Playlist (or a few!)

✅ Complete each step of the Playlist.

🔁 Finish more Playlists to boost your odds.

Pick Your Playlist

🛠 Learning Playlist #1: The Otus Essentials

💪 Learning Playlist #2: The Assessment Pro

🤿 Learning Playlist #3: The Data Diver

Have fun and may luck be on your side!

*Contest concludes October 7, 2025

🎁 Learn & Earn Otus Swag!

Watching Otus Live videos (live or recordings) will earn you Otus swag!

• 15 views: Swag Box (tumbler and blanket)
• 50 views: Adidas sweatshirt

Otus has been named a 2025 AWS Champion by the Center for Digital Government and the Center for Digital Education! 🏆

This award isn’t just about technology. It’s about the collective impact of our entire team:
✨ Engineers building dependable infrastructure
✨ Product designing seamless, intuitive experiences
✨ Client Success supporting schools with care and precision

Together, we’re proving that innovation + empathy = real change in K–12 education. 💡📚

We’re honored to be recognized for combining security, scalability, and innovation to help educators support every learner.

👉 Check out the full list of EdTech Champions here!

🥇Otus Live: Level Up Contest ←

Complete a playlist 🎬 Earn a raffle entry

It's simple... Watch - Complete - Repeat

🍿 Choose a Learning Playlist (or a few!)

✅ Complete each step of the playlist.

🔁 Finish more Playlists to boost your odds.

Pick Your Playlist

🛠 Learning Playlist #1: The Otus Essentials

💪 Learning Playlist #2: The Assessment Pro

🤿 Learning Playlist #3: The Data Diver

Enjoy the journey and may luck be on your side!

*Contest concludes October 7, 2025

🥳 Coming to a city near you...

Regional workshops are in-person events hosted by Otus in partnership with school districts where educators can gather to learn about and experience Otus.

Upcoming Workshops:

• Sept 26th - Hardin County Public Schools (TN)

✔︎ Register here!

• Oct 13th - Glynn County School District (GA)

✔︎ Register here!

• Oct 30th - Salem School District (WI)

✔︎ Register here!

🎬 Otus Live!

Join our Otus Live sessions covering a variety of key topics to grow your Otus knowledge!

• Can’t make it to a live session? No problem! Every session is recorded and available anytime in our On-Demand library 🎥

🎁 Learn & Earn Otus Swag

• 15 views: Swag Box (tumbler and blanket)
• 50 views: Adidas Sweatshirt

🏆 Ready to become an Otus pro?

Join our Otus Certified Educators program.

✔️ Self-paced

✔️ Earn Otus gear

✔️ Free to all

🧩 Stay connected

• Join the Otus Educator Group on Facebook.
• Check out the Otus Community Page.

🍎 Hello, new school year!

Welcome back 👋 The new school year is here, and we're thrilled that you are too! We hope you had a restful and rejuvenating summer break. We're here to support you every step of the way, making your teaching journey smoother and more impactful than ever before.

🚀 Kickstart Your Year: Tips & Tricks for Success

1️⃣ Check to make sure your class rosters are correct and that they have a grade level set.

2️⃣ Send a welcome message to parents through the Otus Mailbox to kick off the year and establish communication.

3️⃣ Share and review Student Guides with your class.

🌴 Summer Highlights: New Tools to Explore

⭐️Advanced Assessment Features

🚩 Flag questions and ❌ Mask answers

➡️ Learn More

⭐️ Trendlines in Plans

Trendlines illustrate the overall trajectory of a student’s progress.

➡️ Learn More

⭐️ Otus AI Update

Otus Insights is your AI assistant in the Gradebook. Ask questions, and it will quickly analyze class data to give you clear answers and recommendations.

➡️ Learn More

⭐️ New Tools for Third-Party Data

1️⃣ Control Visibility: Choose which third-party assessments are visible to students and families.

2️⃣ Add Descriptions: Include explanations for each third-party assessment to help all those involved.

➡️ Learn More

⭐️ Target Sets in Third-Party Data

Use the View Target Set drop-down menu to toggle between different target sets.

➡️ Learn More

Only applicable if target sets have been configured.

📚 Answers Right at Your Fingertips

The Otus Help Center is your go-to resource for any step-by-step guides, tips, and answers to common questions, all handcrafted by the Otus team. Each article is thoughtfully created to help you make the most of your Otus experience!

💬 In-App Chat Tool

The Otus in-app chat feature offers real-time support right within Otus. Whether you have a quick question or need more detailed assistance, we’re here to help. Just click the chat icon in the bottom corner and answer a few quick prompts to get started!

🥇 Otus Live: Level Up Contest ←

🚨 CONTEST CLOSED 🚨

It's simple... Watch - Complete - Repeat

🍿 Choose a Learning Playlist (or a few!)

✅ Complete each step of the Playlist.

🔁 Finish more Playlists to boost your odds.

Pick Your Playlist

🛠 Learning Playlist #1: The Otus Essentials

💪 Learning Playlist #2: The Assessment Pro

🤿 Learning Playlist #3: The Data Diver

Enjoy the journey and may luck be on your side!

*Contest concludes October 7, 2025

🎥 Otus Live Returns This August!

We’re kicking off the school year with Otus Live: Back-to-School Edition! It's a fresh series of live professional development sessions designed to help educators jump back in with confidence.

🗓 Weekly Schedule:

• Mondays @ 2 PM
• Tuesdays @ 3 PM
• Wednesdays @ 4 PM

📚 Each session will feature quick wins, 5-minute guides, and mini-tutorials on everything from creating your first assessment to inviting families into Otus. Perfect for getting up to speed fast!

👉 View the full list of Live PD sessions here

🎁 Learn & Earn Otus Swag!

Watching Otus Live videos (live or recordings) will earn you Otus swag!

• 15 views: Swag Box (tumbler and blanket)
• 50 views: Adidas sweatshirt

Otus was named a Tech & Learning Best of Show Award winner in both the Primary and Secondary Education categories at ISTE! ✌️

In their feedback, the judges highlighted our AI features and partnership with Discovery Education, noting that Otus stood out for simplifying what matters most:
✨ Making student growth visible
✨ Making data actionable
✨ Making it easier to provide support

This double recognition reflects the heart of our mission and the incredible work our team and partners are doing to empower educators and students every day!