Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Improved School Nutrition: A Strategic and Moral Imperative
Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Engaging Families and the Community as an Alternative to Expulsion: An Innovative Approach to Dropout Prevention
25th Annual National Dropout Prevention Network Conference

25th Annual National Dropout Prevention Network Conference

November 3 - 6
Atlanta, Georgia
Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

The Power and Promise of Integrative STEM Education
2013 Best Practices Forum on Dropout Prevention

2013 Best Practices Forum on Dropout Prevention

“Connecting in a High Speed World: Preparing for Graduation and Beyond” - April 14 - 17
Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Using Parent and Family Engagement as a Dropout Prevention Strategy
Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Creating the Schools and Learning We Need—In Class and Online
Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Career-Focused Education as a Statewide Mandate: Eight High Schools in South Carolina
Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Expecting Success From Pregnant and Parenting Students: The Law and Promising Practices
Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Solutions to the Dropout Crisis

Poverty and School Success: Challenges and Opportunities with Under-Resourced Students

Conferences


25th Annual National Dropout Prevention Network Conference

Atlanta, GA, November 3 - 6, 2013

Sponsored by the National Dropout Prevention Center/Network in partnership with the Georgia Department of Education, Georgia Regional Educational Service Agencies (RESAs), and Communities in Schools of Georgia.



Inauguration of the NDPC Fellows

NDPC The National Dropout Prevention Center and Network announced the inauguration of the NDPC Fellows Program. The Fellows program will expand in the next 12 months to include a NDPN Practitioner Fellows program. Those individuals selected for NDPN Practitioner Fellows will provide the practical outreach through the Network, based on the NDPC Fellow’s research findings and their own work in dropout prevention efforts at the local level. Read On →

Clemson University press release: National Dropout Prevention Center at Clemson names 11 Fellows.


Our 25th Anniversary

NDPC It all began a quarter of a century ago. Led by South Carolinian Esther Ferguson, a group of concerned citizens known as The National Dropout Prevention Fund gathered in New York City to discuss the issue of school dropouts. These business and community leaders soon found that there was no place to turn for information about this gnawing problem.


Featured Board

Interviews with NDPC/N Board members.


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Press Releases

April 8, 2013 - New Board of Directors Officers
April 8, 2013 - Staff Additions and Changes


School Climate Practice Briefs Released by the National School Climate Center

Link to 11 newly released School Climate Practice Briefs for Implementation and Sustainability, which present the latest in research and best practice for effective school climate reform. Dr. Beth P. Reynolds, our Executive Director, and Ms. Marty Duckenfield, our Public Information Director, coauthored one of these briefs, School Climate and Dropout Prevention. Mr. Terry Pickeral, NDPC Research Fellow, coauthored another brief, School Climate and Shared Leadership.


NEW Dataset Tool

Explore this new, downloadable, and searchable dataset from Ed.gov showing Four-Year Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rates Nationwide, by State, by School, and by Key Subgroups, 2010-2011.


Dropout Risk Factors and Exemplary Programs: A Technical Report

Cover of ReportThis study, conducted by NDPC/N, and sponsored by Communities In Schools Inc., finds that there are multiple risk factors which increase the likelihood that students will drop out. The evidence clearly shows that dropout is always the result of a long process of disengagement that sometimes begins before the child enrolls in kindergarten. The report also provides information on 50 programs that were found to be effective in addressing these risk factors.

Publications


Sale of the Month

Books

Beyond the Bully Pulpit: The Mayor's Role in Dropout Prevention
by Lambert, E. M.

The National Dropout Prevention Center/Network is pleased to offer this publication at a reduced price. Learn how elected officials, in particular mayors, can be engaged in dropout prevention and what school officials and citizens can do to engage their elected officials. Order yours today!



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