Our Impact
Independent evaluation
Dr. Julie T. Marks at the Education Policy Initiative at Carolina (UNC-EPIC) conducted an independent three-year evaluation of Schools That Lead’s work with NC schools. Findings provide compelling evidence that Schools That Lead’s Networked Improvement Communities (NIC) is a strong model for school improvement, effectively addressing issues such as chronic absenteeism and poor course performance in schools. This evidence is present throughout findings around implementation, effectiveness, and impact.
“[I am] actually observing and recording
immediate positive academic, attendance and/or behavioral results for students that need it the most. This is very empowering to me because I don’t have to wait for benchmarks, EOGs, or graduation to see that what I am doing for these students is moving them in the right direction!
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