Implementation Tools

What Works for Students in Outreach Programs

Relationship to framework	The most effective programs nurture strong, lasting relationships between students and informed adult mentors. Effective programs also provide students with rigorous academic preparation for college through supplementary workshops, courses, and tutoring; modifications to existing curricula in response to students’ learning needs; and assistance with accessing advanced courses at their high schools. In addition, they offer services to students over a long-term period, develop peer groups that support students’ goals and socio-emotional health, supply financial assistance such as free test preparation courses and scholarships for college, and demonstrate appreciation of students’ cultures by offering culturally relevant programming and hiring staff with similar backgrounds.
Purpose	To provide background information for school practitioners. By identifying and prioritizing the factors that meet the specific needs of students and schools, practitioners can better tailor program referrals and target specific programs for partnerships.
Outcomes	School practitioners will be able to work collaboratively with college outreach practitioners to establish effective support programs.
How to use	This tool may be used by planning groups in working with college outreach programs. It may also be shared with staff members as background information.
When to use	When beginning to develop connections with outreach programs

Directions:
Use this list to support the development of effective outreach programs.

General characteristics Primary role and mission Target population Program size Program location Primary funding sources Desired outcomes Improved study skills High school completion Academic preparation College attendance College graduation   Program hosts/sponsors Private non-profit organizations Community groups Colleges and universities K-12 schools Federal or state governments

Academic services Preparatory courses Supplemental courses Non-academic services Field trips College fairs Campus visits Cultural activities Modes of delivery Classroom instruction Workshops/Small groups Assessment and testing Times of delivery In-school activities   After-school programs  Weekend workshops Summer bridge programs

Implementation Tools

Glossary

High Expectations

Teacher Self-Reflection

Modeling Expectations

Using Data

Data Checklist (in Assess Section)

Academic Support (in Assess Section)

Social Support (in Assess Section)

Academic Support

Curriculum (in Plan Section)

Student Support (in Plan Section)

Student-Level Planning

School and Outreach Together

School and Outreach Relationships

Students in Outreach Programs

Building College Resource Inventory

Social Support

Peer Networks

Mentoring

P-16 Alignment

Collaborative Partnerships

Integrating Partnerships

School - Family- Community

Higher Ed Partnerships

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