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Indiana University: Improving High School Graduation Rates [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
As a result of an extensive study regarding the epidemic the U.S. is seeing of school dropouts the authors thoroughly compiled research and statistics of this dropout crisis. Stanley & Plucker provide strategies to lessen the problem...
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America's Promise Alliance

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Carrying on the legacy of Colin and Alma Powell, America's Promise Alliance is a force working to ensure that all children have an opportunity to experience both a solid education in preparation for the real world and a healthy life. The...
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Escort: Educating Migrant Children

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
With links and resources, this organization uses federal funding (among other sources) to run a hotline for migrant farm workers and their families (National Migrant Education Hotline), to publish teaching kits (for teachers at all...
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Ad lit.org: Dropout Prevention Interventions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) topic report evaluates 16 dropout intervention programs that have been found to meet WWC evidence standards of effectiveness.
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Ad lit.org: Dropout Risk Factors and Exemplary Programs

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Dropout decisions may involve up to 25 significant factors, ranging from parenthood to learning disabilities. The most effective interventions address the various factors and employ multiple strategies, including personal asset building,...
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Ad lit.org: Dropping Out Is Hard to Do

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Recent research shows that some high schools have much lower dropout rates than would be predicted based on the composition of their student bodies. Moreover, requiring students to work harder and complete a tougher academic curriculum...
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Jobs for America's Graduates

For Students 9th - 10th
Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) is an in-school program for at risk youth aimed at helping them in stay in school. This site explores this school-to-career program's key characteristics, outcomes, organization, and provides contact...