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Perkins & Retention: A Dynamic Duo For CTE Student Success
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Belinda Tijerina
Amy Tarter
Perkins & Retention: A Dynamic Duo For CTE Student Success
Overview
The Duo Backstory: Perkins Funding & CTE CTE at COD: Campus overview, Business and Applied Technology Division Perkins Program Narrative: Design, Principles, Activity, Sub-populations CTE Retention Implementation: Components, Goals, Materials Takeaways: CTE Retention Reflection CTE Future Goals: Data, Projects, Continued Efforts Questions?
The Duo: PERKINS & CTETHE BACKSTORY
PerkinsFunding
7Federal funding to improve secondary and post-secondary Career and Technical Education (CTE).
https://cte.ed.gov/legislation/about-perkins-ivhttp://www.iccb.org/cte/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Perkins-CTE-Regional-Road-Show-Presentation.pdf
https://www.acteonline.org/professional-development/high-quality-cte-tools/
New York City – Nov. 16, 1906
250 leaders from universities, colleges and industry unite with a mission:
Promote the value of an educational system that prepares youth to enter industrial careers.
Secure federal funding to support industrial education.
National Society for the Promotion of Industrial Education is formed.
Origins of CTE Education & Funding Advocacy
https://www.acteonline.org/professional-development/high-quality-cte-tools/
Origins of CTE Education & Funding Advocacy
Leaders: Nicholas Butler, President, Columbia University Frederick Fish, President, AT&T Frank Vanderlip, Vice President, National City
Bank Jane Addams, Head of Hull House – Chicago Charles Eliot, President, Harvard University James Van Cleve, President, National
Association of Manufacturers James Haney, Director of Manual Training,
New York Public Schools
Following several CTE bills, Congress passes the Smith-Hughes Act in 1917.
President Woodrow Wilson signs.
Perkins1917 – 2019
10102 Years of Legislation & Reauthorization1917 The Smith-Hughes Act1973 Vocational Act of 19731984 Perkins l
Carl D. Perkins Act1990 Perkins ll
Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Act
1998 Perkins lllCarl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act
2006 Perkins lVCarl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act
July 312018
Perkins VStrengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act
July 12019
Perkins V - Begins
https://cte.ed.gov/legislation/about-perkins-iv
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CTE: Career and Technical Education
Sequence of courses with rigorous academic content and relevant technical knowledge.
Applied learning that develops academic knowledge, problem-solving, employability.
Stackable credentials leading to employment. Flexible scheduling, work-based learning. Partnership and coordination between
postsecondary and secondary education: early college, dual credit and articulation.
Early career exploration for middle grades.
CTE in Illinois
Last year 62% of all Illinois community college graduates earned a CTE degree or certificate.
CTE prepares individuals for high-skill, in-demand employment that furthers Illinois’ global competitiveness.
https://www.iccb.org/cte/https://www.iccb.org/cte/
In Illinois there are over 4,300 different CTE program offerings across the community college system.
recommended $19.9 million to drive local economic growth through
career-connected learning
recommended $50.67 million to support rural and other high-need
districts for updating CTE opportunities
http://www.iccb.org/cte/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/WhatisCTELegislativeOutreachFlyer.pdf
…atCollege of DuPage…
CTE at COD
Largest public community college in Illinois 2nd Largest provider of undergraduate ed.,
48 communities/1 million population 81 degree choices 177 career and technical certificates 80 student clubs and organizations
High Quality CTE
Educational programs that provide core academic and technical job-specific skills for a wide range of careers.
Students of all ages: high school graduates, returning adults, or military-connected.
Immersive learning in well-equipped labs.
Partnerships with high schools, partner universities and the business community.
Students have a clear pathway to degrees, certifications, and transfer.
https://cod.edu/about/office_of_the_president/engage/pdf/engagev1-3.pdf
Technology EducationCenter
31 Classrooms. Accommodates 1,400 students. Space for raw material and vehicular storage. LEED Certified. Two windmills and four solar panels
offer study of wind and solar energy technology.
16 State-of-the-Art Laboratories Architecture Interior Design Horticulture Automotive Service Computer-Aided Design Construction Management Electro-Mechanical Electronics-Integrated Engineering Greenhouse HVACR Manufacturing Welding
Seaton Center
Constructed in 1990, 18,500 sq. ft. Computer-specific classrooms.
Computer Information Systems Computer and Information Technology Office Technology Information Programs
2013 - $6.5 million renovation resulted in specialized clusters. High-tech classrooms Visual and simulation lab Networking hardware labs Server/internetworking lab Software/web development lab End-user labs
CTE StudentsSub-Plots
CompleteDegree or
Cert.
Declare Academic Program.
CTE ProgramStudentSuccess
Student success is amplified with: Work-based Learning Opportunities Business Engagement Academic Support Services
The Dynamic Duo
CTERetentionSpecialist
Postsecondary Perkins IV Title 1 Funding
forA Two Year Pilot to
Drive Student Success in CTE
Perkins Program Narrative for CTE Retention
Perkins Program Design
Universal Designhttps://www.washington.edu/doit/universal-design-education-principles-and-applications
Based on Universal Design in Education (UDE)UDE is proactive and benefits all students, including those not receiving disability-related accommodations.
UD of Student Services: Equal AccessAccessible to and usable by all students.
Perkins lVProgram Principles
Universal Designhttps://www.washington.edu/doit/universal-design-education-principles-and-applications
1. Leadership, Organization and Support
2. Access, Equity and Opportunity
3. Alignment and Transition
4. Enhanced Curriculum and Instruction
5. Professional Preparation and Development
6. Program Improvement and Accountability
Access, Equity & Opportunity
Career Guidance & AcademicCounseling
Principle 2. Element c. Activity 3.
Access, Equity and OpportunityCareer Guidance and Academic CounselingApplies to both CTE Retention Specialists
Perkins Program Narrative: 2017 to 2019
ActivityThe CTE Retention Specialist will provide additional support and referral services to new students enrolled in select CTE programs that demonstrate the greatest need for one-on-one academic and career coaching, case management and college transition services. Targeted outreach to CTE student subpopulations where 2p1 performance levels are below the state goal.
Expected Outcomes:Verify academic program, current intent and COD degree/certificate objective and confirm education plans for at least 100 students (20% will be special populations groups with the lowest performance rates: Limited English Proficient and Academically Disadvantaged) improving the data quality in ICCB state reports and submissions resulting in improved performance for accountability measure 2P1: Credential, Certificate or Degree.
Special Populations – Perkins lV
1. Individuals with disabilities2. Individuals from economically disadvantaged families, including low-income youth and adults3. Individuals preparing for non-traditional fields 4. Single parents, including single pregnant women5. Out-of-workforce individuals6. English learners7. Homeless individuals described in section 725 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act8. Youth who are in, or have aged out of, the foster care system 9. Youth with a parent who is a member of the armed forces and is on active duty
Special Populations – Perkins VSpecifies one of the purposes of the Act is to develop more fully the academic knowledge and technical employability skills by increasing the employment opportunities for populations who are chronically unemployed or underemployed.
Expands from six categories to nine.
Alignment & Transition
Stackable Credentials
3.b.2The CTE Retention Specialist will provide outreach support to new and current students enrolled in select CTE programs. They will work with students to ensure they are aware of all the program options they have including pursuing stackable credentials in programs where appropriate.
Expected OutcomesCTE Students working with the CTE Retention Specialist will have a better understanding of the CTE program options available as measured through feedback surveys.
Principle 3. Element b. Activity 2.
Alignment and TransitionStackable CredentialsApplies to both CTE Retention Specialists
Perkins Program Narrative
CTE Retention Implementation
CTE Retention: Two Year Pilot
CTE Retention Specialist – Technology, YR 1
BTEC Academic Programs housed in TECStudents from other divisions and academic programs benefit due to Universal Design.
Student Outreach Establish Retention Services ID Class Visits, Tabling, Promote Student Services
Support Single-Faculty Academic ProgramsStudent Planning, Student Consults, Inquiries
Support Division Staff and Events
CTE Retention Specialist – Technology, YR 2CTE Retention Specialist – Business, YR 1
CTE Retention Specialist – Technology Retention Services, Student Outreach Faculty, Program Staff and Division Support Shift programmed class visits to faculty request Conduct retention data research in BOE
CTE Retention Specialist – Business CIT, CIS, OFTI Academic Programs Business Online Course Population Support Division Staff and Events
2017 - 2018 2018 -2019
Belinda Tijerina Student Support Services Amy Tarter
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CTE RetentionGOALS
Persistence & Completion
Programs &Outreach
Empowerment &College Knowledge
ConstructiveCollaboration
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CTE Retention Unpacked
Student Advocate Case Management Transition Support Resource Connections Program Progression Course Information Registration Classroom Visit Program Survey Testing Services FAQ Financial Aid FAQ Scholarships Career Search Resume Preparation Degree Application Commencement Website Navigation Campus Navigation Program Specialists Support Division & Special Projects
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Academic Support
Scholarships
Program Progression
Registration
Career Search
CTE Retention StudentTrends
Website & College Navigation
CTE Retention - Technology
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CTE RetentionTechnologyMix
Perkins
Data/BOE
StudentFacing
On-groundOutreach
Impact &Outreach
80 Class Visits1000 Students
200StudentConsults
18 TEC Talks230 Students
10FAFSA Labs
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On-groundStudentFeedback
94%Effective &Excellent
stats93 Students
FA17/SP1858% Response Rate48% Learn of Retention
at Class visit
100% RetentionValuable
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
97%Effective &Excellent
stats99 Students
FA18/SP1910% Response Rate75% Learn of Retention
at Class visit
97% RetentionValuable
CTE Retention Services ID
Belinda TijerinaCTE Retention Specialist
Connecting TEC students to COD services for student success.
MondayTuesday
WednesdayThursday
Friday
9:30 am – 3:30 pm9:30 am – 3:30 pm3:00 pm – 7:00 pm9:30 am – 3:30 pm9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Office Hours - Spring 2019
Student Planning Declaring Your Academic Program Academic Support & Free Tutoring Placement Testing Student Resources Graduation, Commencement & Credentials Career Services & Resume Building Transfer Services & 3+1 Programs Registration and Course Selection Financial Aid COD Foundation Scholarships External Scholarships Student Life, Events and Workshops COD Perks: Fitness Center, The MAC, Library …
GOTQUESTIONS?
GETANSWERS.
LET’S TALK!
Student On-ground Outreach
Student On-ground Outreach
TEC Talk Tabling & Campus Partners
Strategically scheduled at the highest points of traffic in the TEC.
Partner visits scheduled to coordinate with seasonal programs, events, college cycle.
Promote Student Services & Engagement
COD Departments / Student Life / Workshops COD Events / Theater / Student Support
Promote Student Services & Engagement
Student Planning Materials - OFTI
Student Planning Materials - OFTI
Student TrackingQualtrics survey developed to work as arepository to track nature of student visits.
StudentSuccess!Coordinate with campus news bureau for press coverage of academic achievements, special awards and student success.
Maria Rivera is a recipient of the COD Foundation Single Mother Scholarship.
Program PromotionCoordinate with campus news bureau for press coverage of academic program events and student success.
Positive Press!
Welding TechnologyID Photo
Email Outreach
Join a CTSOWelcome and
Academic Support
Degree Application
Class Visit Co-hort Findings
Small sample size
Positive results term to term
SMART Goal
July 8, 2019, Research and Analytics
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Student Success
Graduate &Commencement
Program: HVACR
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Student Success
Scholarship &Employment
Program: Electronics Tech.
CTE Retention Business
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CTE RetentionBusinessMIX
Data/BOE
On-lineOutreach
Perkins
CTE Retention - Business
Fall 2018 (October - December) Relationship Building
Introduced myself and met stakeholders in each academic program within Business.
Attended department meetings to learn about programs and retention specific needs.
Continue to grow relationships inside and outside of Business CTE programs.
CTE Retention – Business
Spring 2019 (January- May) Student Outreach
Academic resources (tutoring, internship opportunities, transfer information) Positive outreach email Registration outreach Classroom visits
Student interaction- engaged with students via walk-ins, email, and appointments. Data Collection
Full-time faculty survey to assist with measuring course and teaching effectiveness. Research in Business Objects to review course trends
Event Planning IT Spotlight Maker Market
Positive outreach email sent to 323 Business online students during the second week of the Spring 2019 term.
Faculty uses this Blackboard group to promote: General announcements Internships Employment opportunities Study Materials CTSO Cyber Defense Club
meetings Class announcements Student forum Transfer opportunities
CTE Retention – Business
Summer 2019 (June – Present) Data Research
Collect data to determine possible cohort model for certificate program completion.
Sent survey and analyzed survey results for Business online email and class visits to measure effectiveness of outreach initiative.
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On-lineStudentFeedback
90%Effective &Excellent
100% Information
Useful
Top 3 most useful resources:1. Support Services for Online Students2. Assistance with myACCESS3. Learning Commons and Blackboard
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Student Success
Stackable Credentials &Active Alumni
Program: CIT
Takeaways
CTE Retention Takeaways
Faculty partnership is essential for effective Retention Services. Collaboration with Program Coordinators and Academic Program staff. Targeted student outreach can be effective – as noted by on-line surveys
and self-initiated student visits. Class visits, tabling and flyers are helpful for establishing Retention Services ID. Knowledge of Guided Pathways and all-campus initiatives help to put
Retention Services in context. Collaborative partnerships with key student services and departments create
effective synergy for Retention Services, i.e., knowing who to contact.
CTE Retention Takeaways
Strong familiarity with student and college services is essential for providing transition services and prescriptive referrals.
Enthusiasm and a positive disposition – are a must! Innovative ideas are essential. Data mining helps to identify projects and program needs.
CTE Retention Future
FUTURE GOALS
Cohort Data•Establish in BOE•Analysis for
Technology &Business
Student Access•Visibility•Participation
TargetPrograms•Key Courses•Partnerships•Special Pop.
“Hello,You came into my Intro to Networks
class today and talked about summer school/some of the services you provide. I was wondering if you had any office hours available this week or next week. I’m new to the CIT program and am in enrolled in the Cyber Security certificate. I just have a few questions about direction and miscellaneous things”
”I thank you for the help and guidance trough the intricate and not so friendly user system of C.O.D. applications website for scholarships. With out your help contacting the proper persons in charged. I would lost the scholarship that I was granted.
Thank you for your help and accessibility for us, the students.”
“I don't if you remember me but you gave me some great tips getting ready for a situational interview for Facebook. I wanted to say thank you! It helped a lot and I ended up getting the Job.Have a wonderful summer,”
“Thank you very much for your encouragement this morning. I'll continue to take steps, even baby ones, as I move forward.Attached are my updated cover letter, resume and referrals.Wish me luck!”
“Thank you for the help today, as well as the information your provided! I'm excited to say that I am already getting into the practice tests. I will let you know how it goes.”
Questions