1. Closing the Achievement Gap Results Report
Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D.

2. Nature of the Problem
709 Total
Absences
Absences

3. Nature of the Problem
187 Total Referrals
Referrals

4. Nature of the Problem
Homework

5. 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

6. Results
56% Less Absences
Absences

7. 30% Reduction in Referrals
Results
30% Reduction in Referrals
Referrals

8. Results
51 % Increase
Homework

9. 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.