SUCCESSFUL SCHOOLS DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY

The Magic is in the Schools

Beat the Odds began as a research study that wanted to answer the question, “What does it take to get great results in schools with mostly low-income, minority students?” The findings, published in 2006, pointed to six keys to success: clear bottom line, ongoing assessment, strong and steady principal, collaborative solutions, stick with the program and build to suit.

The Beat the Odds Institute was founded by Dr. Lattie Coor under the umbrella of the Center for the Future of Arizona to implement the results of this research study. The Institute, in turn, developed the School Partners Program to provide training, mentoring and support to K-12 principals in applying the six keys to success. To assist school districts in learning more about Beat the Odds, the Institute offers seminar training as well.

Our Geographic Area The majority of schools participating in the Beat the Odds School Partners program are located in Arizona. Opportunities for participation in seminars covering the Beat the Odds research and concepts are available nationwide.

Our Fees Schools will typically participate in the School Partners program for three years. Fees vary according to the program provided.

Join the Beat the Odds School Partners Program The program is open to individual principals, as well as district teams of principals. Let us discuss how we can partner with you today.

541 East Van Buren, Suite B-5Phoenix, Arizona 85004-2211

Phone: 602-496-1360 Fax: 602-496-1359 www.BeatTheOddsInstitute.org

Beat the Odds Helping good schools

become great

BEATTHEODDSI N S T I T U T E

AN INITIATIVE OF THE CENTER FOR THE FUTURE OF ARIZONA

I nd iv idua l student achievement

Our mission is to improve individual student achievement and align student performance with national and global standards.

SUCCESS FEELS GOOD

Partner School Goals:

• Exceed standards on state assessments

• Increase test scores in reading, writing and math

• Perform better than predicted by demographics

OUR SERVICES AND PRODUCTS:

• Mentoring program for principals• Partner meetings for principals• Training sessions for assistant and aspiring principals• Leadership seminars for district staff• Online resource center• Recognition program• Research information

Partner School Objectives:

• Implement and practice the six keys to success

• Assess and benchmark their school’s current academic progress

• Develop an action plan based on the needs of their school population

• Attend partner meetings to gain new knowledge, network and collaborate with others

• Share information through the Beat the Odds website

Vist Our Website:www.BeatTheOddsInstitute.org