The National Dropout Prevention Center (NDPC) exists to support those who work to improve student success and graduation rates. NDPC offers a wide range of resources and services to schools, districts, regional agencies, and states at no cost or at cost.You can download posters, tent cards and bookmarks to help spread the word during the month of October.  

iSOSY created Goal Setting materials to give service providers and students a platform to discuss the importance of setting goals and the tools to get there. Those working many years in migrant education noticed that students - OSY in particular - are often confused when asked about their goals. Many have never had the opportunity to really think about what they would like to accomplish in their lives - academically or otherwise.

iSOSY also has Pathway Guides to help re-engage OSY along the pathways to HSED or credentials. Today, more than ever, having a high school education enables one to be more prepared for further learning and to have productive employment and a stable life. Credential/certification programs offer powerful opportunities to engage students. These programs can stand alone or be integrated as part of a high school or college education. They can be offered via a school district, through other local municipal offices, or through non-profit organizations. These guides will help service providers and students determine the best next steps.

The iSOSY Career Awareness Toolkit helps you and your student explore themes that are important when thinking about the student's future. It is designed for the service provider to address one unit, or even one question, at a time if there are time constraints. The toolkit can be used as part of an ongoing, deeper interaction with a student or as part of a one-time conversation. Remember that any extra information you can share can make a big difference later!

Additionally, you can also download a myriad of other resources to support dropout prevention. NDPC now offers online professional development in dropout prevention strategies for purchase in each of the 15 research-based Effective Strategies for Dropout Prevention. These 60-to-90-minute self-paced courses take participants through an exploration of what the strategy is, how it fits within the 15 Effective Strategies model, and the research supporting it, allowing participants to envision for themselves how the strategy can be implemented. Contact NDPC by (email: ndpc@dropoutprevention.org or phone: 864-642-6372).