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School choice programs take many forms, widely varying within and across states. These myriad programs, such as charter schools, magnet schools, and voucher programs, have myriad impacts on students’ experiences and later success, and can be a tool to improve or hinder equity goals.

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NCP’s financial involvement can benefit the child in various ways. Child support payments are related to the child’s school achievement, fewer behavior problems, and a lower likelihood of child maltreatment investigations. However, 2/3rds of NCPS do not pay formal child support because they are in poverty.

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The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) proposed modifications to the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS), including the addition of data elements regarding LGBTQ youth.

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Inventory of programs provides a tool to map their implementation across continuum of care

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The Coronavirus has forced many families to make significant changes in their daily lives, limiting access to important resources that strengthen family functioning and well-being.

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County C-Stat effort ensures collaboration to enhance community outcomes

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Government and public stakeholders can monitor data and progress on interactive website

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Probation department vets programs for effectiveness with screening tool

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Local and county stakeholders benefit from systemic process to identify gaps in services

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Training, implementation monitored to ensure evidence-based services achieve results

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Collaborations with academic partners help governments assess outcomes

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Integrated system provides comprehensive client information to better assess impact

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State budget office and legislators consider outcomes in strategic planning

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Clearinghouses and a ranking tool put focus on effectiveness of efforts to help vulnerable children

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New guidance provides a standardized approach to measuring outcomes

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Budgeting for Results framework used to analyze outcomes and return on investment

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Governor meets with key stakeholders monthly to review progress on priority outcomes

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State integrates outcome monitoring with other evidence-based policymaking initiatives

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Analyses ensure more decisions driven by data

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Use of inventory helps target limited resources strategically

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Standardized checklist used to align interventions with evidence-based standards

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National evaluation tool helps assess what’s working well - and what can be improved

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National program trains localities to conduct needs assessments so young residents get the services they need

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State requirement designed to ensure services are delivered as intended

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Panel proposes using evidence-based analyses to determine best approaches

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Policymakers aim to direct resources toward programs that generate results

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State prioritizes evidence-based programs in its contracts