objectives

 

Goal 1  Increase academic performance and preparation for postsecondary education

 

Objective 1.1.. Increase student enrollment in rigorous courses that reflect challenging academic standards.

Indicators:

  1. Pre-algebra by the end of 8th grade*
  2. Algebra I by the end of 9th grade*
  3. Two years beyond Algebra I by the end of 12th grade*
  4. An AP/IB course by the end of 12th grade

Objective 1.2. Increase student knowledge and demonstration of necessary academic preparation for college.

Indicators:

  1. On track for graduation*
  2. PSAT participation by the end of 10th grade*
  3. SAT participation by the end of 11th grade*
  4. 3.0 un-weighted GPA or higher by 11th grade*
  5. Math test proficiency
  6. English test proficiency
Goal 2  Increase high school graduation and participation in postsecondary education

 

Objective 2.1.. Increase high school graduation rates.

Indicators:

  1. Average daily attendance**
  2. On-time promotion**
  3. Four-year cohort high school graduation*

Objective 2.2. Student enrollment and success in postsecondary education.

Indicators:

  1. College enrollment rates*
  2. Placement into college-level math and English courses*
  3. On track to graduate college*
Goal 3  Increase GEAR UP students’ and their families’ knowledge of postsecondary education options, preparation, and financing.

 

Objective 3.1. Increase educational expectations.

Indicators:

  1. Parent participation in activities for academically preparing students for college*
  2. Student expectations of graduating high school**
  3. Student expectations of earning a college degree

Objective 3.2 Students’ knowledge of and access to financial assistance for postsecondary education.

Indicators:

  1. Knowledge of financial aid and costs/benefits of postsecondary education*
  2. Application for financial aid*

*Government Performance and Results Act Measure  **GEAR UP Program Office Measure