Achieving the Dream

The Achieving the Dream Web site contains a wealth of relevant research by Achieving the Dream partners and how-to resources for use by colleges seeking to build a culture of evidence to improve student success. The participation cost is $75K each year, for three years, and pays for all the at-the-elbow support from expert consultants as well as re... gistration to learning events and participation in the ATD's extensive network. ATD fully recognizes that community colleges are facing some of the hardest economic times in decades. The company encourage you to invest in student success and equity now to maximize your return on investment. Longitudinal and institution-based research have found that colleges that adhere to Achieving the Dream's student-centered framework and continuous improvement model are better able to maximize institutional resources and create a campus-wide culture that fosters student success. Many Achieving the Dream colleges have experienced a return on investment from sharpening and targeting current services and restructuring departments and services to maximize efficiency. Also, keep in mind that significant improvement in student outcomes is not likely to be achieved in three years. Colleges should be prepared to continue their Achieving the Dream work over the long term and to secure sufficient resources to scale and sustain successful innovations. Achieving the Dream encourages colleges to reach out to regional investors and local community foundations for support. The company's staff is here to assist you, so if you have any questions about Achieving the Dream, please contact the company at (919) 968-4532 Info@AchievingtheDream.org. This email address is monitored daily.Read More