Back on Track to College: A Texas School District Leverages State Policy to Put Dropouts on the Path to Success
Study type
Qualitative or implementation studies
Location
Texas
Population
Young people without a high school credential
Practices
Secondary Education
- Preparation or instruction for high school diploma
- High school reengagement
- Dual enrollment in high school and college programs
- Basic education services
Postsecondary Education
- Pre-enrollment supports for transition to postsecondary
- Academic supports for postsecondary success
- Occupational skills training, sectoral training, and industry-recognized credential training
- Supports to pay for postsecondary education
Job and Career Education and Training
- Career exploration and career counseling
- Work readiness training
Support Services
- Supports for basic needs
- Parenting, pregnancy and child care supports
Youth Development and Engagement Approaches
- Connections to a caring adult
Other Implementation Practices
- Career and technical education
- Use of technology to deliver services or promote engagement
Publications
Allen, Lili, and Rebecca E Wolfe. 2010. Back on Track to College: A Texas School District Leverages State Policy to Put Dropouts on the Path to Success. Boston: Jobs for the Future.
https://jfforg-prod-new.s3.amazonaws.com/media/documents/BackOnTrackCCTA-091510.pdf
In Compendium
No