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Grant Evaluation

SchoolWorks® provides independent, third-party grant evaluation services to help funders understand the impact of their grant-funded initiatives. Our evaluations generate clear, evidence-based insights that strengthen program implementation, inform decision-making, and support long-term improvement.

Whether your objective is to measure progress toward specific outcomes, evaluate fidelity of implementation, or assess the broader impact of an initiative, SchoolWorks delivers rigorous, actionable findings that help organizations understand what is working, why it is working, and where refinements are needed.

A Rigorous Evaluation Approach

SchoolWorks blends quantitative and qualitative research practices to produce well-rounded, credible findings. This mixed-methods approach ensures that both the measurable outcomes and the lived experiences of stakeholders inform final conclusions.

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Quantitative Analysis

  • Student performance and growth data
  • Participation, attendance, and engagement metrics
  • Program outputs and outcome indicators
  • Trend analyses aligned to grant performance measures
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Qualitative Research

  • Interviews and focus groups with educators, leaders, families, partners, and students
  • Surveys crafted to capture perceptions, experiences, and implementation insights
  • Document review (program materials, PD artifacts, implementation logs, and more)

Reporting & Deliverables

Grant evaluation engagements culminate in clear, actionable deliverables aligned to grant requirements and stakeholder expectations. Depending on the scope of the program, deliverables may include interim and annual reports that provide progress updates, data summaries, implementation findings, and emerging themes, as well as a final evaluation report that documents outcomes, effectiveness, challenges, and recommendations for sustainability. SchoolWorks may also develop stakeholder-facing presentations for boards, funders, or leadership teams to communicate findings and inform decision-making, along with optional customized dashboards or data summaries to support ongoing monitoring of progress across grant years.

Resources

Our grant evaluation work spans a wide range of educational initiatives—from statewide programs to school-level innovation efforts. The following case study highlights how SchoolWorks provides meaningful insights into program implementation and impact, helping partners refine strategies and ensure that grant funds produce measurable, lasting results.

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Why Choose SchoolWorks?

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Trusted and Approved

SchoolWorks® is a qualified school turnaround and comprehensive/targeted school improvement partner approved by multiple state departments of education, districts, and agencies.

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Staffed by Educators

Our trained site visit team members are all former educators and administrators. Their real-world experience in schools helps connect with school stakeholders during the review process.

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Fully Customized

By focusing on the unique context and goals of our partners, we provide insights that are both relevant and actionable, empowering schools and districts to make informed decisions that lead to targeted improvements and sustained growth.

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Contact us today to learn more about how SchoolWorks® can support you on your journey.