Results
We have a 30-year history of developing and implementing family learning strategies and practices that bring real-world results to families and communities.
Reading at Grade Level
Reading at grade level is a critical indicator of long-term success. Third grade students who cannot read on grade level are four times more likely to drop out of high school.
In NCFL programming:
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Children involved in family learning with a parent/guardian showed a gain of 22.5% in reading scores at or above grade level; children not involved in the programming showed a 2% loss.
SOURCE: Evaluation of Southwest Detroit ELL Family Literacy (5-year summary)
Attendance
Attendance is vital when it comes to educational equity and achievement. Chronic school absence leads to an attendance gap that disproportionately holds back students from families with low income.
In NCFL programming:
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Students are twice as likely to have a 90% attendance rate if their parents have completed 150 hours of family learning programming.
Family Engagement
Parent engagement in schools results in long-term academic achievement, better social skills, and improved behavior for their children.
In NCFL programming:
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96.5% of parents helped their children with homework regularly, in contrast to reportedly not engaging with homework prior to the family learning program (based on parent reporting).
Employability/Skill Building
Employment is key in helping families achieve financial security. NCFL helps parents learn while also building real-world skills.
In NCFL programming:
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49% of parents reported getting a better job after completing the family learning program.
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53% of parents reported earning more money after completing the family learning program.
Adult Education
Adult education serves as an example for the entire family while offering new pathways to financial security.
In NCFL programming:
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72% of parents enrolled in college or further adult education to continue their own learning after participating in family learning programming (based on parent reporting).
Community Engagement
Civic engagement allows families to develop collaborative, organizational, and leadership skills while making real impact in their own communities.
In NCFL programming:
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Parents leading the planning of a community event increased by more than 80%, growing from 19% to 51% of program participants.
