PROGRAM DESIGN MODEL

A well-run program with a strong foundation = Greater opportunity for our programs to affect students’ lives.

Foundational Components
  COMPLIANCE OPERATIONS ENVIRONMENT
PURPOSE
  • Meet all state requirements
  • Meet all district requirements
  • Insure consistency among all ASAS sites
  • Support the successful implementation of program
  • Provide recognizable structure to students & staff
  • Maintain respectful use of district property
  • Create a welcoming, safe environment for students
PRACTICE
  • Strict, clear protocols for attendance
  • Regular review of site compliance
  • Constant communication with district partners
  • Provide clear standards & support for their implementation
  • Regular review of site operations
  • Maintain a school site culture of respect for self & others
  • Set high expectations for student participation and behavior
IMPACT
  • Maintenance of state grant award
  • Data collected for proper program evaluation
  • Program Evaluation
  • Fewer disruptions to program design
  • Maximized use of program time
  • Program Time
  • Students attain more of the program objectives
  • Student Self-esteem increases
  • Students are kept safe

 

Giving students the skills and confidence to engage more fully in the academic day = Greater achievement in school and life.

Program Components
  ACADEMICS ENRICHMENT HEALTH & FITNESS
PURPOSE
  • Homework completion
  • Reinforce foundational academic skills
  • Develop academic independence
  • Explore new talents and interests
  • Reinforce academic standards
  • Discover the love of learning
  • Increase health & fitness with lifelong habits
  • Create positive interactions with adult role models
  • Develop self-confidence, teamwork and sportsmanship
PRACTICE
  • Learning Lounges
  • Self-paced supplemental academic material (math/literacy/ELL)
  • Parent Internet Viewer to monitor student progress
  • Academic Coach to train/observe staff
  • Multiple opportunities in elementary/student choice in middle school programs
  • Each activity aligned to at least 1 relevant state standard
  • Entourage and High School Transition Programs (Middle School)
  • 5-day fitness program for all students, including Fit for Learning curriculum at all school sites
  • Middle School Competitive Leagues
  • Clinics with student athletes/tournaments on college campuses for sports leagues
IMPACT
  • Homework completion rates increase
  • Grades & skills increase
  • API scores rise
  • Positive connections and relationships with school, community, peers, & adults
  • Demonstrated improved critical thinking
  • Improved attendance
  • Improved health tests results/greater awareness of healthy lifestyles
  • Increased positive peer interactions
  • Increased self-esteem