NORTHWEST SAMPLER

The following pages describe several summer school programs in the Northwest. Although each program has a different focus, they all strive to provide enriching learning experiences through a combination of academics, projects, field trips, and fun.

The programs share several keys to success mentioned in this booklet:

• Small-group instruction
• Individualized and self-directed learning
• Project-based learning
• Parent and community involvement
• Academic components tied to mathematics and reading
• Coordination with learning goals and activities of the regular school year
• Cultural sensitivity
• Staff development
• Evaluation of program goals

Many of these programs were recommended to NWREL by grant coordinators and state and local Title I staff members. Although NWREL did not evaluate these programs, most have been or are being evaluated by district staff, external evaluators, or program evaluators (21st CCLC grant-funded programs require evaluations). Some CCLC schools have initial data showing evidence of success in relation to their stated goals; other programs are in the process of collecting and evaluating their data. Staff members have offered observations of their program's outcomes.

We encourage you to contact the program directors for additional information.