SLC, Academy, Magnet, Team or Themed PROGRAM INDICATORS

Some program vision exists but needs broader input and support. Community partners and parents have a basic understanding of Program goals and performance data. Program is beginning to reach out to traditionally marginalized groups. A handful of students have official Program leadership roles.

A collaboratively developed vision helps focus program improvement efforts. Community partners and parents have a solid understanding of Program goals and know how they can help support students. Many students and community members have meaningful Program leadership roles. A Program accountability plan has been developed.

•  Program leaders work with students, parents, and community partners to articulate a shared vision for all Program students.

•  Parents and community partners share community data and concerns with Program staff and provide resources and partnerships to support the articulated vision.

•  Program leaders held accountable for allocating resources and establishing equitable policies that ensure all youth have access to quality resources.

•  Program leaders held accountable for communicating data on student outcomes.

•  Program works explicitly to have parents - particularly low-income, minority populations that have been traditionally marginalized in civic and school affairs - assume meaningful roles in the program design and implementation process.

•  Program builds students capacity to exercise leadership and participate in decision-making that affect the program.