CSF Theory of Action
Visual framework showing how the community school strategy revolves around a continuous improvement cycle supported by a strong community school
Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
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NYC DOE Continuous Improvement Guide
New York City guide helping teams implement continuous improvement (CI) at their site, including CI templates and tools.
Outcomes and Indicators for Community Schools: A Guide for Implementers and Evaluators
Guide providing examples of specific outcomes and measurable indicators to monitor short- and medium-term progress toward locally determined community school
[Fact Sheet] How Community Schools Improve Outcomes
Fact sheet summarizing research findings on community school initiatives in New York, Florida, California, Maryland, New Mexico, and Ohio.
New Mexico Community Schools: Improving Student Opportunities and Outcomes
Case study of New Mexico community schools examining student outcomes and funding sources.
A Guide for Youth Participatory Action Research
Guidebook describing a Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) curriculum and providing recommendations for educators on developing and implementing YPAR courses.
RETURN On INVESTMENT of a Community School Coordinator: A Case Study
Paper exploring the return on investment (ROI) of employing a coordinator at a community school by examining the various benefits
Community Schools Impact on Student Outcomes: Evidence From California
Fact sheet that includes positive impact of the California Community Schools Partnership Program on student outcomes including: * Improved Test
Supporting Rural Education Gains Through Community Schools
Five year case study that shows positive the impact of community schools on chronic absenteeism, ELA and Math standardized test
Act on the Evidence Toolkit
Toolkit to assist in evaluating how well existing programs align with evidence and how to enhance their evidence-based approaches.
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