Recognizing the dynamic nature of college preparation and access, CEP leverages a extensive data collection approach to enhance our programming quality and impact.
Our data collection methods are multifaceted, employing different techniques to gather information that guides our strategies, initiatives, and interventions. These include:
- Direct Service Providers Documentation: Our dedicated CEP staff members record their daily interactions with students and their college success milestones in their program databases and spreadsheet trackers.
- National Student Clearinghouse: We utilize the comprehensive reports from the National Student Clearinghouse to understand student enrollment trends, progression, and graduation/completion rates of our CEP alumni.
- Student Surveys: Our programs distribute surveys throughout the year, allowing us to gain insights about our students’ perceptions, aspirations, challenges, and college-going journeys.
- Faculty/Staff Surveys: Feedback from faculty and staff who participate in our professional development programs is invaluable. These surveys help us assess the impact of our training and support services, ensuring they are both effective and responsive to the needs of our educators.
Data is more than just numbers and statistics; it's the foundation upon which we build our programming, measure our success, and plan for the future. By collecting, analyzing, and reporting data, we ensure its viability for use by practitioners, administrators, and researchers. This not only enhances our direct service delivery practices but also drives continuous improvement and innovation. Data informs our strategies, shapes our programs, and most importantly, empowers us to make college dreams a reality for our students.