A Data Checklist
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Relationship to framework
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One way to create and sustain a vision is through the use of appropriate data and quality evaluations. Data can be the lynchpin to successful school reform, as it helps to replace guesses with facts regarding areas of necessary change, identify problems rather than symptoms, assess needs, establish goals, and determine achievement of goals.
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Purpose
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To help practitioners determine what data they have and how they collect it and to focus on what data system they need to make changes designed to increase college preparedness.
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Outcomes
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Schools and outreach programs will identify:
- Information they have about student progress toward postsecondary access and success.
- Information they need to more effectively monitor student progress toward postsecondary access and success.
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How to use
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The tool can be used by an individual or by groups of people as part of the review of the availability and accessibility of data.
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When to use
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At the beginning of the process to increase college readiness for all students
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Directions:
Answer the following questions to determine what data you have available and who has access to that data.
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What is the format of the data and who has access?
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What does the data tell you about your students?
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Do you track how many students begin as 9th graders in your high school or program?
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Do you track how many students are promoted to 10th grade from 9th grade?
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Do you track how many students are promoted to 11th grade from 10th grade?
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Do you track the number and percentage of students who graduate from your school or program in comparison to those who begin as 9th graders?
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Do you track the number and percentage of graduates of your school or program who enroll in postsecondary education?
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Do you break down your postsecondary enrollment data by type of school students attend (two- or four-year colleges)? By who joins the military, enrolls in certified technical programs, or enters the workforce?
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Do you break down your postsecondary enrollment data by socio-economic status? By racial/ethnic group?
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Overall, what does the chart indicate are strengths of your present data system?
Overall, what does the chart indicate are weaknesses of your present data system?
What are three specific action steps that need to be taken to improve the data system?
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