Across the
nation, the spotlight on school safety
issues has created a strong interest in
identifying programs that work. Program
evaluation is an important tool in improving
the quality of a program and identifying its
value for replication or expansion. The
United States Department of Education, Safe
and Drug Free Schools office recommends
using research-based programs that meet four
identifiable
Principles of Effectiveness. The KCSS
has identified
criteria
which exemplify Best Practices and
Successful Programs.
Kentucky Strategies
In Kentucky, the KCSS is working to gather
information on programs utilized across the
Commonwealth based on a research-based
Conceptual
Framework. KCSS funded programs are
monitored through reports and monitoring
visits. Through these site visits and other
means, the
What's New
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