Publications
Math Improvement Initiative: Algebra I Summary 2007-2008
This report summarizes the 2007-2008 program evaluation results of the AISD-UT partnership to improve math instruction in all high schools and thus increase student math achievement across the district.
High School Redesign: Professional Learning Communities, 2007-2008
This report summarizes the 2007-2008 evaluation results of AISD's high school professional learning communities initiative.
High School Redesign: Student Advisory Evaluation 2007-2008
This report summarizes evaluation results from AISD's 2007-2008 high school Student Advisory/Family Advocacy Program.
2007-2008 First Things First Evaluation: Year One Implementation
This report summarizes AISD's 2007-2008 evaluation of year one implementation of the First Things First initiative at 3 high schools.
Program Summary and First Year Outcomes for the ACCESS Initiative 2007-2008
This report summarizes results from the Austin Community Collaboration to Enhance Student Success (ACCESS) program in AISD during 2007-2008.
Accelerated Reading and Mathematics Instruction Evaluation Report 2007-2008
This report summarizes AISD's 2007-2008 state-funded program to assist students who are struggling in reading and math.
Middle School Level Performance Report 2008
This PowerPoint report summarizes student demographic and performance results at middle schools as of the end of the 2007-2008 school year.
Question: What do We Know About Effective Middle Schools?
This report provides a brief literature review describing a variety of best practices in middle school education.
Question: Are There Any Notable Differences Between Students Who Participated in BEST Transition Camps During the Summer of 2007 and Their 6th Grade Peers Who Did Not Attend the Camps? What Do BEST Teachers and Counselors Report About Camp Effectiveness?
This report summarizes evaluation findings about the impact of AISD's summer 2007 BEST transition camp program for students entering middle school at 6th grade.
Title I Facilities for Neglected or Delinquent Youth Summary Report: 2007-2008
This report summarizes 2007-2008 school year activities and services in AISD funded through the federal Title I Part A and Part D grants to serve eligible students and staff at facilities for neglected youth or delinquent youth located in the AISD attendance zone.