A personalized education that helps New Hampshire students learn today, graduate tomorrow, and prepare for the future by supporting their personal, social, physical and academic growth.

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NH AGGREGATE REPORTS 1-13-08 New Hampshire Grade 3-5 Results 2007-2008 Academic Year (PDF - 355Kb) 1-13-08 New Hampshire Grade 6-8 Results 2007-2008 Academic Year (PDF - 374Kb) 1-13-08 New Hampshire Grade 9-12 Results 2007-2008 Academic Year (PDF - 367Kb) 3-7-07 New Hampshire Report (PDF - 691Kb) A total of 48,608 New Hampshire students completed the My Voice© survey. One hundred forty-seven (147) schools representing various sizes and socioeconomic backgrounds took the survey. Fifty-four percent (54%) of the students surveyed were in grades 6-8; 46% percent were in grades 9-12. Fifty-one percent (51%) of the students surveyed were male and 49% were female. Read More... (PDF - 691Kb) 3-7-07 High School (9 - 12) Report (PDF - 233Kb) The My Voice© New Hampshire High School Report is organized around the 8 Conditions. In each section, the condition is defined and data on the survey statements about that condition are described. The data are reported in percentages based on the combined number of students who responded "strongly agree" or "agree" to each statement. The results are discussed in relation to key aspects of the condition. A brief conclusion and directions for further analysis are included at the end of the report. Read More... (PDF - 233Kb) 3-7-07 Grade 6 - 8 Report (PDF - 697Kb) The My Voice© Student Aspirations Survey assesses student aspirations by asking students to respond to 57 statements about the 8 Conditions, as well as demographic questions. The statements probe the conditions that affect students´ aspirations and, ultimately, their personal, social, physical, and academic development. Students respond to the 8 Conditions statements on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from "strongly agree" to "strongly disagree." The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. By asking students how they perceive their school environment, My Voice© provides educators with a powerful tool for understanding both what motivates and inspires students to achieve, and how well students believe their school is meeting those objectives. My Voice© is a critical motivator for initiating innovative, meaningful school reform. Read More... (PDF - 697Kb)

FTC Frequently Asked Questions: What is Follow The Child? How can you become a Follow The Child district? What does being a Follow The Child district involve? What kind of support do Follow The Child districts receive? A collaborative effort for student success Contact Information Directions to the New Hampshire Department of Education Directions to North Country Education Services

WHAT IS FOLLOW THE CHILD?

An initiative offered to New Hampshire schools and districts, FOLLOW THE CHILD helps schools foster student aspirations to promote student success through an emphasis on personalized learning and assessment. With a focus on measuring student growth through all areas of each child's life, FOLLOW THE CHILD puts New Hampshire's children at the front and center of its education system.

The FOLLOW THE CHILD initiative captures and expands upon the spirit of No Child Left Behind and the urgency to move each child to academic proficiency and beyond. This initiative prompts personalized learning that plots a track toward proficiency and defines the necessary support systems for each child.

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HOW CAN YOU BECOME A FOLLOW THE CHILD DISTRICT?

Participation in FOLLOW THE CHILD means school-wide readiness. Before schools can join FOLLOW THE CHILD they must reflect on and assess their commitment to the following:

Personalized education for each child Documentation of individual student progress Continuous assessment strategies Knowing each student as a person Taking responsibility for student learning Building relationships and partnerships inside and outside of school Promotion of health, fitness and nutrition Believing that adults can learn from students Helping each student reach his/her fullest potential raising student aspirations

School administrative units (SAU's) requesting to become a FOLLOW THE CHILD designated district, should send a letter to Commissioner Tracy that expresses the SAU's commitment to these beliefs. In addition, the letter should explain how the district supports, measures, and documents the personal, social, physical and academic growth of each child within the district. Join New Hampshire in ushering in a new era in public education.

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WHAT DOES BEING A FOLLOW THE CHILD DISTRICT INVOLVE?

Participation in FOLLOW THE CHILD means a commitment to fostering student aspirations and success throughout your school.

Schools that choose to participate in FOLLOW THE CHILD make a deep commitment to their students and staff on several levels. They agree to:

Focus on the success of each child Serve as a resource for other schools Promote the belief that student failure is not an option Capitalize on existing resources in the school and community Ensure that student wellness - personal, social, physical, and academic - is at the center of school policies and actions Practice the 8 Conditions that raise student aspirations

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WHAT KIND OF SUPPORT DO FOLLOW THE CHILD DISTRICTS RECEIVE?

Participation in FOLLOW THE CHILD means resources and support for your school.

Schools that participate in FOLLOW THE CHILD earn a special distinction as a FOLLOW THE CHILD school or district. In addition, schools receive the following resources and support:

Guidebooks for students, teachers, parents, coaches, and school board members that share research-based best practices, self-reflective inventories, and strategies for increasing aspirations and success in your school. Professional development opportunities based on FOLLOW THE CHILD goals, including workshops led by the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations (QISA) Surveys for measuring student and staff aspirations Posters and banners that recognize and celebrate your school's accomplishments

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A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

A key goal of FOLLOW THE CHILD is to improve the personal, social, physical and academic well being of each New Hampshire child. In doing so, student aspirations will rise and pupils will be more likely to reach their goals and dreams. To help schools with this challenge, Commissioner Tracy and the New Hampshire Department of Education have partnered with the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations (QISA). The Institute's groundbreaking work has identified 8 Conditions that Make a Difference™ in increasing student aspirations and their ability to reach their fullest potential.

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For more information please contact:
Mary S. Heath, Deputy Commissioner of Education

mheath@ed.state.nh.us

(603) 271-7301

Visit the FOLLOW THE CHILD Site

A New Hampshire Department of Education Initiative,
under the leadership of Commissioner Lyonel B. Tracy.