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Implementation and Evaluation

We n d y N e a l y , C o o r d i n a t o r f o r P a r e n t S e r v i c e s

GE A R U P K e n t u c k y

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

In this session, participants will:• RESEARCH BASIS: Gain research-based knowledge about

what motivates parent involvement • PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Learn about an open-source tool for

engaging parents online• TOOLKIT RESOURCES: Review toolkit with customizable

resources for program implementation back home• EVALUATION TOOLS: Discuss ongoing effective

implementation and evaluation

RESEARCH BASIS

RESEARCH BASIS

RESEARCH BASIS

RESEARCH BASIS

RESEARCH BASIS

Involvement Motivators

1. Perception of : Role construction & Self efficacy

2. Perception of Invitations for Involvement by: School, Teachers & Students

3. Life context: Time, effort, and perception of skills and knowledge

needed for involvement

RESEARCH BASIS

HOOVER-DEMPSEY & SANDLER

Support information needs Tiered Equalize access for widespread reach Mitigate intimidation Flexible Provide opportunity for reinforcement,

reflection, and discussion.

WITH THE FOLLOWING IN MIND…….

Take the LEAD (Local Education Advocate Diploma) is a free online course designed to give Kentucky families and community members the information and tools they need to support and guide student success.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

https://otis.coe.uky.edu/DDL/launch.php

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Supporting Transition (spring 2015)

Financing College • 101: The Basics• 102: Show Me the Money• 103 Part 1: The Processes (summer

2015)• 103 Part 2: Sustaining the Dream

(summer 2015)

Social Media & College Planning

Admissions: The Ins and Outs (summer 1015)

COURSE CONTENT

Why Your Involvement Matters

A Look at Student Development

Parent/Teacher Conference

You Have Resources • Infinite Campus• The ILP

Understanding Assessments• EXPLORE, K-PREP &

Common Core• PLAN • ACT, SAT, COMPASS

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

HTTPS://OTIS.COE.UKY.EDU/DDL/LAUNCH.PHP

PROGRAMMATIC RESOURCES:• Course syllabus• Registration form

(online & print)• Ideas and recommendations for schools

to promote program with parents

PROGRAM PROMOTION TOOLS:• E-newsletter/website article• One-call script• Promotional Poster (11x17)• Flyer (8 1/2 x 11)• Web graphics

RESOURCES FOR SCHOOLS/COMMUNITIES

TOOLKIT RESOURCES

• Welcome booklets• TTL Magnets• T-shirts• Printed diploma

certificates

INCENTIVES FOR PARTICIPATION

TOOLKIT RESOURCES

IMPLEMENTATION TO DATE

• Launched in late January• 17 GEAR UP Schools using TTL• 51 GUK participants – mothers, fathers,

grandparents• 103 Case Completions – GUK• 806 Case Completions – Open Source

IMPLEMENTATION & EVALUATION

DATA-DRIVEN

DATA COLLECTION

Data-Driven Comprehensive Process

Data collection tools What the data will identify

Assess the Need GUK parent survey Information needs of parents & families

Use targeted intervention

GUK sign-up form• Contact information• Connection to school & student

DDL reporting • Assessment responses • Case completions• Diploma completions

• Participant information• Qualitative data on learning

needs & outcomes

Evaluate impact of intervention

GUK exit survey• Course offerings (current & future)• Course content and learning tools• Outreach ideas

Does intervention meet the identified information need?• Content relevancy• Content scope

DATA-DRIVEN

DATA COLLECTION

Data-Driven Comprehensive Process

Data collection tools What the data will identify

Evaluate impact of intervention

School level tools Impact on Behavior: Expected Outcomes

Increases in:•Use of ILP by students/parents•Parent-Teacher Conference participation•Parent-school communication•FAFSA completion•Participation in AP

EVOLVING INTERVENTION TO MEET THE NEED

EVALUATION TOOLS

• Where are the remaining knowledge gaps?

• Were our resources adequate? • Did we have an adequate number of staff/hours devoted to effort?• Did we incentivize participation appropriately?• Did we engage partners to increase access?

• Did we communicate…• Continuously and adequately?• To intentionally reach outside our normal “involved parents”?

• Does the delivery fit the needs of our parents/families?• Should we consider alternate formats (workshops, parent nights)?• Is our timing appropriate?

QUESTIONS?