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Mireles-Rios, Rebeca; Rios, Victor M.; Auldridge-Reveles, Trevor; Monroy, Marilyn; Castro, Isaac – Journal of Leadership, Equity, and Research, 2020
In this study, we analyze the effects of Project GRIT (Generating Resiliency and Inspiring Transformation), a six-week intervention program that worked with a group of high school "pushouts," students who were encouraged to leave school, in a school district in southern California. We interviewed thirty-nine former high school students…
Descriptors: Social Emotional Learning, Resilience (Psychology), Intervention, Dropout Programs
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What Works Clearinghouse, 2010
The "National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program" is a residential education and training program designed for youth ages 16 to 18 who have dropped out of or been expelled from high school. During the 22-week residential period, participants are offered GED preparation classes and other program services intended to promote positive youth…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, At Risk Students, Job Skills, Leadership
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Kammoun, Bonnell B. – NASSP Bulletin, 1991
One California high school's dropout intervention program succeeded because it was organized to meet student, not organizational needs. The program also had highly motivated administrators, outstanding teachers, student and teacher incentives, secure funding, and orientation toward positive self-image. (MLH)
Descriptors: Administrator Responsibility, Case Studies, Dropout Programs, High Schools