1. Future Path Getting Kids Ready for Their Own Personal Future Kevin J. Nial CPP, CASAC Student Advocate knial@uvstorm.org http://futurepathuv.weebly.com/

2. Outcomes Recognize the problem/challenge that necessitates such a program Explore the research and evidence Review the data that we are collecting Understand the dynamics of the Future Path program

3. Students in grades 6-12 work with an adult mentor in groups of approximately 9 students for 40 minutes weekly. Mentors hold various positions in the district and stay with the same students through graduation. The program focuses on two key domains: behaviors and attitudes; and, college and career readiness. Future Path in a “Nutshell”

4. Did You Know? 2014 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrJjfDUzD7M

5. So what does it all mean? Think pair share. What are the problems or challenges that we are faced with?

6. The Problem or Challenge Global Problem: The United States continues to fall behind in educational attainment and competency. If we are to remain a leader in developing a skilled workforce to compete in the global economy, steps must be taken to ensure high school students are prepared to succeed in college, at work and in life. Local Problem: Many students lack an effective support system that can help get them on the right track that will best insure success for their future. Challenge: Re-think how we can meet the needs of our kids. Welcome change and have a growth mindset.

7. What the research shows… National survey released by Achieve (www.achieve.org) A Manhattan Institute Report from the Harvard Graduate School of Education Chenango County PRISMS Data Search Institute (www.search-institute.org)www.search-institute.org

8. The questions… …that Future Path might help answer...

9. FAQs What are the goals of the program? What are the actual or anticipated outcomes? What criteria is being used to determine the program’s success? Is the program innovative and does it enhance curiosity, creativity, critical thinking and civic responsibility? How does the program enhance relationships between students and staff? How much would it cost to replicate the program? What are the annual costs of the program?

10. Taking a Comprehensive Approach Cognitive competency, or the skills and knowledge that students need to be able to succeed Non cognitive competency or the psychological attributes that students must have to be productive members of society

11. The Four Basic Modules COLLEGE/CAREER READINESS Develop and continue to enhance ILP Develop Portfolio Develop College (and career readiness) skills Develop Transition Plan ACAD 150 3 College Credits BOTVIN LIFE SKILLS Research based Increase protective factors Decrease risk factors OLWEUS/TEAM BUILDING Research based Gain key information and skills related to issues on bullying DASA 40 DEVELOPMENTAL ASSETS Research based Develop skills for positive growth and development

12. Sample Lesson Communication Skills

13. STOP!

16. Process What did we learn about communication?

18. Other Innovative Ideas Team Names T-Shirts Team Flags/Colors Service Learning Projects Extension Activities

19. Data/Evidence that the program is working Survey Monkey Life Track Services

22. Mentor Survey Results

24. How You Can Make the Program Work Patience and Persistence Training Effective Roll-Out Team Approach Buy-In on all Levels

25. Full Circle SHIFT HAPPENS! So what does it all mean? What are the problems or challenges that we are faced with?

26. Challenge: Re-think how we can meet the needs of our kids. Welcome change and have a growth mindset. Change can be difficult and may take time.

27. Future Path Getting Kids Ready for Their Own Personal Future Kevin J. Nial CPP, CASAC Student Advocate knial@uvstorm.org http://futurepathuv.weebly.com/