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This report by Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D., presents strategies like small group counseling, parent consultation, and behavioral checklists to address attendance issues, referrals, and homework completion for students. The interventions resulted in significant improvements, including reduced absences and referrals, and increased homework completion rates. Future recommendations include adding peer mentoring and expanding interventions for broader student support.
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Closing the Achievement GapResults Report Russell A. Sabella, Ph.D.
Nature of the Problem 709 Total Absences Absences
Nature of the Problem 187 Total Referrals Referrals
Nature of the Problem Homework
Comprehensive & CollaborativeIntervention • Solution Focused Small Group Counseling • Consultation with Parents/Guardians • Behavioral Checklists • Individual Counseling in some cases • Check-In / Check-Out • Teacher Collaboration for collecting data and designing intervention
Results 56% Less Absences Absences
Results 30% Reduction in Referrals Referrals
Results 51 % Increase Homework
Future Recommendations • Add a peer mentoring component in the future. • Eliminate the use of Check In – Check Out. • Expand this intervention among other students who would also benefit given greater support.