1. YOUTHBUILD SERIES
Building Program Culture to Support Postsecondary Success for YouthBuild Graduates
October 19, 2010, 2:00-3:30PM EST
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7. Division of Youth Services
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Sylvia Thomas
National Liaison
U.S. Department of Labor
Division of Youth Services
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8. Featured Speakers Presenters Moderator
Ashanti Stafford, YouthBuild, Philadelphia Graduate, Current Student at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Scott Emerick, Senior Director, YBUSA Education Department
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Sylvia Thomas, National Liaison, U.S. Department of Labor, Division of Youth Services
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9. Meeting Co-Leader Ashanti Stafford YouthBuild Philadelphia Graduate
Current Student at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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10. YBUSA Education Department
Meeting Co-Leader
Scott Emerick
Senior Director,
YBUSA Education Department
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11. Agenda
Your Strengths and Your Challenges in Creating Program Culture to Support Postsecondary Success
Video – PSE Experience of YouthBuild Students
Making the Case for the Value of Postsecondary Credentials
Overview of Practices that Work for Building Strong Cultures Supporting Postsecondary Success (from YouthBuild programs Across the Country)
Related Experiences of a YouthBuild Graduate Succeeding in Postsecondary Education
Implications and Plans for Your Program

12. Your Experience with Students in PSE
Think of YB Students/Alumni You Have Worked with Who Experienced Postsecondary Success.
Drawing on these examples, think about what your program does that most positively impacts the postsecondary success of students/graduates? How does your program culture support these success stories?
Please type in chat box what your program currently does well to support the postsecondary success of students.
While you are thinking and writing – What worked for Ashanti

13. Your Experience with Students in PSE
Think of YB Students/Alumni Who Have Not Been Successful in Postsecondary Education and/or Life After YouthBuild.
Drawing on these examples, what do you consider to be the greatest challenges facing your program in supporting the postsecondary success of students/graduates? 15

14. Chat
What could your program do to better support the post secondary success of your students and graduates?

15. Video – Perspective of YB Students in PSE

16. The Case for Postsecondary Credentials
“The goal of this administration is to ensure that every child has access to a complete and competitive education…. I ask every American to commit to at least one year or more of higher education or career training. This can be community college or a four-year school; vocational training or an apprenticeship. But whatever the training may be, every American will need to get more than a high school diploma.” 
Remarks of President Barack Obama Address to Joint Session of Congress February 24th, 2009

17. The Case for Postsecondary Credentials
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, by , 75% of all new jobs require a PSE credential
24 of 30 fastest growing career fields require PSE credential
Relative to individuals with just a high school degree:
Some college and no degree earn 18 percent more
Associate’s degree earn 29 percent more
Bachelor’s degree earn 62 percent more

18. The Case for Postsecondary Credentials

19. The Case for Postsecondary Credentials
More than just an economic case for PSE credential, also moral imperative and equity of opportunity arguments to be made
Across all racial, ethnic and age groups, similarly dramatic increases for students by education attainment for employment, health and civic engagement
Individuals with PSE credential more likely to vote, volunteer, lead stable families and guide their children to success in adulthood (College Board & US Department of Health and Human Services)

20. Practices that Work in Building Program Culture for PSE & Career Success
Effective Youth Development Approach and Consistently High Expectations for PSE and Career Success
Program Rituals, Activities, and Meetings
Physical Space and Environment
Programming Reinforces Culture and PSE/Career Success
Meaningful Partnerships
Data Driven Culture Informs Work of Program

21. Poll Question:
Which Elements of Program Culture Matter Most for Student Success? [Pick Two Elements of YouthBuild Program Culture That Matter Most for Student Success in Postsecondary Education]
Effective Youth Development Approach and Consistently High Expectations for PSE and Career Success
Program Rituals, Activities, and Meetings
Physical Space and Environment
Programming Reinforces Culture and PSE/Career Success
Meaningful Partnerships
Data Driven Culture Informs Work of Program

22. 1) Effective Youth Development Approach
All staff communicate consistently high expectations for all students
Clearly articulate and track steps to PSE access/success clearly, early and throughout the program year
Provide clear and important role for youth to play in decision-making and program delivery
Help youth to identify their strengths, values, intelligences, and personal qualities and build on those assets

23. 2) Program Rituals, Meetings, & Activities
Family Meetings, Morning Meetings include PSE/Career Spotlights
College Days and Career Days for Staff and Students
Early and Consistent Postsecondary Exposure
Alumni Meetings and Activities Introduce Current Students to Graduates Successful in PSE and Career (Peer-to-Peer)
Range of Staff from PSE and Employer Partners Spend Time at Program and Introduce Students to PSE and Career Options and Opportunities

24. Alumni and Peer-to-Peer Impact on Postsecondary Success
Student Voice on PSE Student Advisory Council
YB Philly Experience

25. 3) Physical Space and Environment
Big Board of Postsecondary Progress
Hall of Fame Highlights Postsecondary Accomplishments
College Center/Postsecondary Resource Center in Building

26. 3) Physical Space and Environment
Student Work Projects & Student Portfolios Prominently Demonstrate College Readiness,
Work Readiness and Leadership Readiness
Signs, Quotes, Biographies, Art, Reinforce Program Priorities and Leadership Opportunities

27. 4) Strong Programming Reinforces Culture
Academic Rigor Helps Students Become PSE Ready
Balanced Literacy
Numeracy
Critical Thinking Skills
Collaborative Group Work & Project Based Learning
Meaningful and Formative Assessment
Proactive Advising, Counseling and Transition Services
Relationships
Case Management for Transitions to and Through PSE
College Knowledge and Financial Aid
Peer Support Systems

28. 5) Meaningful Partnerships Matter
Create Mutual Accountability for Student Success
Customize to Reflect Local Context, Unique Student Needs and Available Resources
Formalize Agreements (MOU, Articulation, Data Sharing, Letter of Agreement)
Please See Toolkit for Examples at DOL Community of Practice/Conference Materials/Ed Training #2 PSE
Clarify Goals, Objectives, Roles and Responsibilities

29. 5) Meaningful Partnerships Matter
Engage Multiple Individuals from Across Both Organizations – including, but not limited to institutional leaders
Sustain Over Time and Evolve Over Time
Collect, Share and Respond to Data in Real Time (Student Attendance, Retention, Credit Accumulation, Completion)
Listen to and Respond to Student Voice

30. 6) Data Driven Culture Informs Work of Program
Provide data to students on fiscal implications of decisions, education, career options & job growth trends
Staff meetings start with or integrate data into decision-making and understanding program progress
Data as more than compliance exercise, tool for improving work
Collect data from students, use student voice to inform work

31. Poll Question: Assessing Current Status of Your Program Culture
[On Which Element of Program Culture is Your Program:]
Strongest for supporting postsecondary success
Weakest in supporting postsecondary success
Effective Youth Development Approach and Consistently High Expectations for PSE and Career Success
Program Rituals, Activities, and Meetings
Physical Space and Environment
Programming Reinforces Culture and PSE/Career Success
Meaningful Partnerships
Data Driven Culture Informs Work of Program

32. YouthBuild Philadelphia Impact on Success – During the Program
Tips for Success in YouthBuild and Postsecondary Education – Ashanti Stafford
YouthBuild Philadelphia Impact on Success – During the Program
What Mattered Most from the Program to Help Make College a Reality
After YouthBuild: Your Transition Experience at College
How YouthBuild Philly Continues Supporting Your Success
Other Supports that Help
Your Advice for Other YouthBuild Programs and Students
Questions & Answers

33. Please enter your questions into the Chat Room!
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34. Implications and Implementation
What did you hear about other programs’ work in creating culture to support postsecondary success that might be relevant for your program?
What did you hear from Ashanti that impacted your thinking about postsecondary pathways?
What are your immediate next steps for improvement?

35. Resources
Research and Resources to Support the Work and Download Materials from the Community of Practice
Jobs for the Future
National Youth Employment Coalition
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Lumina Foundation
Joyce Foundation
Forum for Youth Investment
Achieving the Dream
Mobilize.org
Community College Resource Center
American Association of Community Colleges
Postsecondary Partnership Guide - YBUSA 37

36. Contact for Follow-Up Scott Emerick Sylvia Thomas Senior Director,
National Liasion
U.S. Department of Labor
Division of Youth Services
Scott Emerick
Senior Director,
Education Department
YouthBuild USA 38

37. YouthBuild Technical Assistance
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38. Program Culture for Postsecondary Success
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Part FIVE in this webinar series is on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND, AT 2:00 PM. It’s called “PARTNERING FOR PROGRAM STRENGTH” and will focus on establishing and maintaining partnerships for your program. The URL to register for the webinar is on the CALL TO ACTION HANDOUT and AT THE END OF THIS WEBINAR.
Mark Your Calendar!
The Fundamentals Training will be held September 15-17, 2009, in Fort Worth, TX. Great for all new staff!
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