Today i am reviewing CMU's final report as they were identified as having the best response to return of student and parent surveys.  I also see where they appear to have a good relationship with teachers and school administrators such that this creates a framework for program impact.  The teachers for example knew what kinds of incentives house to proffer to increase survey response.  Second this strong relationship with teachers and school administrators may provide stability and program continuity in the context of a turbulent school district and massive migration of families.  Perhaps it is worth examining how this relationship has come about and determine is this is a best practice model for GEARUP and school personnel.  Finally CMU is also unique in offering every activity listed in the APR in year 5.

I also see the continued challenges related to students such as absenteeism, hunger and the challenge of caring for younger siblings and parent participation.  I looked at the data/tables for student expectations given problem with incorrect listing of answers etc.  Would be interesting to explore the process of student expectations--from uncertainty about college as a goal to knowledge and belief that college is affordable and cane achieved.

Tomorrow i am scheduled to attend the financial literacy training in lansing so i will see how this fits in the affordability dialogue for both students and parents.