Closing the Achievement Gap Results Report Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D.
Nature of the Problem 709 Total Absences Absences
Nature of the Problem 187 Total Referrals Referrals
Nature of the Problem Homework
Comprehensive & Collaborative Intervention Solution Focused Small Group Counseling Consultation with Parents/Guardians Behavioral Checklists Individual Counseling in some cases Check-In / Check-Out Teacher Collaboration for collecting data and designing intervention
Results 56% Less Absences Absences
30% Reduction in Referrals Results 30% Reduction in Referrals Referrals
Results 51 % Increase Homework
Future Recommendations Add a peer mentoring component in the future. Eliminate the use of Check In – Check Out. Expand this intervention among other students who would also benefit given greater support.