Why were these updates made?
This release was designed to improve the overall experience by making the platform easier to use, providing deeper insights into executive function development, and strengthening data security.
Key improvements include:
A more user-friendly experience
New EF Component Scores
Enhanced dashboards and reporting tools
Updated normative reference data
Additional privacy and security protections
Will teachers and other users be notified about these changes?
Yes.
Active users will receive a communication about the update and what to expect when they log in.
Why does the platform look different?
As part of this update, we've refreshed dashboards, navigation, and reporting tools to make it easier to find, understand, and act on information.
While some screens may look different, your data and functionality remain available.
What are executive function (EF) component scores?
EF component scores provide additional insight into specific areas of executive function that contribute to a child's overall executive function score.
The available component scores include:
Working Memory
Inhibitory Control
Cognitive Flexibility
These scores can help educators better understand strengths and areas for growth and support more targeted planning.
Do I need to re-administer assessments?
No.
All existing assessment data remain valid, and no additional assessments are required as a result of this update.
Will my existing data still be available?
Yes.
All assessments, reports, user accounts, groups, and historical data remain available in the platform.
Have any reports changed?
Reports may look different as part of the updated dashboard and reporting experience. These updates include refreshed visuals, clearer data displays, and improved information organization.
Do I need to do anything to access the new features?
No.
The update has been applied automatically. Log in to EFgo to access the new experience.
What are the new 2026 norms?
The 2026 norms are based on an expanded reference population of more than 100,000 children and 5,000 adults. This larger, more representative sample provides a more current benchmark for interpreting results and helps ensure that score interpretations remain accurate and meaningful.
Regarding the new 2026 norms, what does this mean for scores that were already collected?
Your existing assessment data remains unchanged.
However, percentile rankings and score interpretations may appear slightly different because they are now being compared against the updated 2026 normative sample rather than the previous reference population. This does not mean a child's performance changed. It simply means the benchmark used to interpret scores has been updated.
What security updates were made?
This release includes additional safeguards to strengthen data privacy and security, including:
Enhanced handling of personally identifiable information (PII)
Data masking improvements
Role-based access controls
These updates help ensure that users have access only to the information appropriate for their role.
Where can I learn more about the new features?
For a detailed overview of all platform enhancements, please see our new Help Center article Platform July 2026 Update: What's New?
What should I do if something doesn't look right?
If you notice any unexpected behavior or missing information, or have questions about the update, please contact our support team.