Graduation Rate. Graduation Rate o Meets Standard ✓ The high school graduation rate of the school, as it is measured by the State Department of Education, is equal to or greater than the state’s average high school graduation rate. o Does Not Meet Standard ✓ The high school graduation rate of the school, as it is measured by the State Department of Education, is less than the state’s average high school graduation rate. Criteria Points Available Points Earned
Graduation Rate. Per the KPI results reported in 2009-10 the graduation rate at Niagara = 65.8% • Please provide one or more example in the space provided below of a promising practice that Niagara used during 2009-10 related to the achievement of the graduation rate. A promising practice could be a strategy, initiative or program viewed by the institution to be an innovative practice, success story and/or key accomplishment that the institution would like to highlight. See section 14 on Retention KPI results are an integral part of the program review process and are an integral part of the College’s annual accountability measures to the Board of Governors. The Board has set standards for provincial KPI and College Performance Indicators that are part of the College Goals included in the Annual Business Plan and results are reported in the Annual Business Plan.
Graduation Rate. BC Ministry of Education 6-year dogwood results (adjusted to account for in- and out-migration of international students) • “Adminfo” information on grade-to-grade and graduation transition
Graduation Rate. Per the KPI results reported in 2009-10 the graduation rate at your institution = 62% • Please provide one or more examples in the space provided below of a promising practice that OCAD University used during 2009-10 related to the achievement of the graduation rate. A promising practice could be a strategy, initiative or program viewed by the institution to be an innovative practice, success story and/or key accomplishment that the institution would like to highlight. Student advisors are focusing on students who are entering their final year of study to inform them of their remaining requirements. Requirements missing from previous years are being noted on student records for their reference and an email is sent to students reminding them to check these notes and to contact faculty advisors if necessary. Raised admission standards.
Graduation Rate. Per the KPI results reported in 2009-10 the graduation rate at Confederation = 59.9% • Please provide one or more example in the space provided below of a promising practice that Confederation used during 2009-10 related to the achievement of the graduation rate. A promising practice could be a strategy, initiative or program viewed by the institution to be an innovative practice, success story and/or key accomplishment that the institution would like to highlight. Campus Employment Services provided part time on campus employment opportunities to full time students who contributed to the successful operations of the college. While the learners benefited from this valuable work experience they were also better informed, more engaged and more likely to utilize support services. This level of engagement resulted in an increased retention rate among those participating in campus employment opportunities. The Access Advisor and counsellors addressed the unique needs of mature learners who did not meet traditional admissions requirements and provided support during the critical enrolment stages from engagement to registration and throughout the year. With the opportunity to provide one-on-one support and guidance during the critical recruitment, application and admissions stages we found that this position had a profound impact on many learners. This support and ongoing counselling helps support and graduate more non-traditional learners. Targeted support services based on the unique needs of Second Career learners enabled a record number of these students in preparatory one year pre-health and pre-technology programs the opportunity to be successful. Their graduation from these programs (38 students) provided them with the foundation necessary to further their studies and careers.
Graduation Rate. Increase the district’s graduation rate by 3% annually as reported by the LDOE on official graduation rate reports.
a. In schools earning letter grades of A or B, the increase should be a minimum of 2% annually or above 90%.
b. In schools earning letter grades of C, D or F, the increase should be a minimum of 5% annually.
Graduation Rate. Per the KPI results reported in 2009-10 the graduation rate at your institution = N/A • Please provide one or more examples in the space provided below of a promising practice that Northern Ontario School of Medicine used during 2009-10 related to the achievement of the graduation rate. A promising practice could be a strategy, initiative or program viewed by the institution to be an innovative practice, success story and/or key accomplishment that the institution would like to highlight. In May 2010, 51 out of the 56 UME students graduated from the E2006 class. There were 4 UME students delayed and are expected to graduate in May 2011. Only 1 student was lost to attrition.
Graduation Rate. Per the KPI results reported in 2009-10 the graduation rate at Xxxxx = 80.6% Please provide one or more example in the space provided below of a promising practice that Xxxxx used during 2009-10 related to the achievement of the graduation rate. A promising practice could be a strategy, initiative or program viewed by the institution to be an innovative practice, success story and/or key accomplishment that the institution would like to highlight. Xxxxx’x Career Services department manages a suite of co-curricular programs that are designed to not only track a student’s activities and achievements outside the classroom, but to create opportunities for skill development and to keep the student more actively engaged with the institution and community, positively contributing to their success as students. For example, Mentorship Plus is a program that will help students through their most important transitions. The first transition is the one from high school to university. As first-year students they come to Xxxxx’x campus with a mixture of excitement, confusion, anxiety, and lots of questions. Mentorship Plus participants receive support and encouragement during this time to ensure that their first-year experience is a successful one. After first year, Mentorship Plus continues to provide support through to the next major transition - from Xxxxx to chosen career or advanced academics. Mentorship Plus eases some of the pressure around, “What am I going to do with my life?” When students are in their graduating year, Mentorship Plus gives them a glimpse of what their future careers could be like. As participants xxx Xxxxxxxxxx Plus, studentsl receive training customized to their role in order to ensure that they understand the mentoring roles, expected behavior, and purpose of the program. Their training also highlights the key skills and characteristics for mentors/mentees. As they progress through their Xxxxx years they acquire sought after leadership, communication and problem solving skills and each year in Mentorship Plus builds on the skills and experiences they have developed in the year previous.
Graduation Rate. Per the KPI results reported in 2009-10 the graduation rate at Seneca = 56.6% • Please provide one or more example in the space provided below of a promising practice that Xxxxxx used during 2009-10 related to the achievement of the graduation rate. A promising practice could be a strategy, initiative or program viewed by the institution to be an innovative practice, success story and/or key accomplishment that the institution would like to highlight. Xxxxxx acted as the lead College in the Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario survey Understanding the factors behind student attrition in the Greater Toronto Area. The study is based on research that was conducted by Seneca College and the GTA Institutional Research Network. The preliminary report is designed to provide insight into the following questions: • What are the top three influencers on students’ decision to discontinue their college program? • Are students satisfied with their decision to leave? • What proportion of students who leave, return to PSE? Xxxxxx is also recognized as a leader in the College Math Project, an extensive research project involving all colleges and school boards in the province to understand the continued challenges faced by many of our students in college-level mathematics subjects.
Graduation Rate. Per the KPI results reported in 2009-10 the graduation rate at Lakehead = 81.6% Please provide one or more example in the space provided below of a promising practice that Lakehead used during 2009-10 related to the achievement of the graduation rate. A promising practice could be a strategy, initiative or program viewed by the institution to be an innovative practice, success story and/or key accomplishment that the institution would like to highlight. Early Degree Audits are conducted for third and fourth year students who seek advice from Academic Advising. These Degree Audits verify that students have the necessary credits to graduate and allow Academic Advising to suggest any corrective action before registration closes for the term. Catching issues early in a program assists students in attaining their educational goals and contributes to a higher graduation rate in a timely fashion. Given the success of this initiative, the audit service will be expanded in the 2010/11 academic year.
