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Fries, Derrick; Carney, Karen J.; Blackman-Urteaga, Laura; Savas, Sue Ann – NASSP Bulletin, 2012
For more than 20 years, the efficacy of using the wraparound approach to support high-risk youth has been examined in educational and community settings. Few studies show the value of wraparound service from either a school- or community-based agency as a dropout prevention strategy. Findings from a federal research grant project suggest that many…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Dropout Prevention, Dropouts, Economic Impact
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Cuddapah, Jennifer L.; Masci, Frank J.; Smallwood, Jo Ellen; Holland, Jennifer – NASSP Bulletin, 2008
The development and implementation of a Professional Development School (PDS)--sponsored summer program for at-risk secondary students is described. Literature related to PDSs and summer programs is followed by a presentation of data findings and analysis. Attendance and grade point average data gathered on the 17 participating rising ninth…
Descriptors: Professional Development Schools, Summer Programs, Grade Point Average, Grade 9
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Alexander, William M.; McEwin, C. Kenneth – NASSP Bulletin, 1984
Middle level education needs personnel specifically educated for and committed to working with the middle level age group and program, and this requires the development of sound middle level teacher certification requirements and programs. (Author/DCS)
Descriptors: Educational Quality, Inservice Teacher Education, Junior High Schools, Middle Schools