Child Trends
In 2016, Â鶹¹ÙÍø launched a two-year research partnership with Child Trends, a leading national nonprofit research organization focused on improving the lives and prospects of children, youth, and their families. This study built upon findings from Â鶹¹ÙÍø’ two rigorous impact studies, including deeper exploration of the characteristics and experiences of Â鶹¹ÙÍø’ volunteer tutors, and a first look at social-emotional learning outcomes for our students. The study, which included all four Â鶹¹ÙÍø regions in California, concluded in the fall of 2018.
Key findings include:
- Â鶹¹ÙÍø was successful in recruiting and engaging students who needed reading support.
- Students who participated in Â鶹¹ÙÍø improved in their reading and social-emotional learning skills.
- Volunteers upheld program fidelity and engaged in positive, supportive relationships with students.
- Â鶹¹ÙÍø AmeriCorps members gained essential professional skills compared to national AmeriCorps alumni.,
Additional information about the study findings can be accessed below.
Detailed briefs:
Social emotional learning outcomes:
