Communities In Schools Level 2 Case Management
About the Intervention
Communities In Schools Level 2 case management is a targeted intervention for at-risk secondary school students (middle and high school) who display significant risk factors such as poor academic performance, high absentee rates, or behavioral problems. School-based site coordinators identify eligible students through data review and referrals from school staff, then work individually with each case-managed student to assess their needs, develop individualized case plans with goals, and connect them to appropriate services within the school and community. Services focus primarily on academic assistance, behavior support, and social/life skills development. Throughout the school year, site coordinators monitor student progress through regular check-ins and review of school records, adjusting services as needed. Students receive an average of 19 service contacts totaling 16 hours over approximately 30 weeks. Site coordinators have an average caseload of 84 students and spend about 44% of their time on Level 2 services. The intervention requires parental consent and aims to provide sustained, personalized support to help at-risk students stay on track toward graduation.
Statistical Findings
No effect on core course failure
Positive effect on chronic absenteeism
No effect on average attendance rate
No effect on core credit accumulation
No effect on number of suspensions
No effect on average core course marks
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Focus Areas
Social-Emotional Learning, Drop-Outs, Attendance, Economically Disadvantaged, Disciplinary InfractionsPrograms & Services
General Education, Student retention / Dropout PreventionDelivery Methods
Face-to-FaceDisability Support
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Student(s)Source
Leigh M., P., Marie-Andrée, S., Oscar, C., William, C. & Zeest, H. (2015). Case Management for Students at Risk of Dropping Out: Implementation and Interim Impact Findings from the Communities in Schools Evaluation (ED558497). ERIC. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED558497.pdf.
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