Feedback from our Certification Conference in
Tempe, Arizona held on June 18-20, 2014


88.65%

Overall Conference Score
# of Evaluation Forms Returned & Included: 43 (of 64 attendees)


Overall
Training
The total training session was of high quality. 90.70%
The training content will be useful to me. 90.70%
The trainer’s overall effectiveness was high. 90.23%
The trainer was organized and prepared. 92.56%
Total: 91.05%

Product
Knowledge
I feel comfortable with my knowledge of the research basis for “I Care.” 86.51%
I feel that this approach to parental involvement could be successful in my school. 90.23%
I understand the measurement components. 86.51%
I have a good idea of how to integrate and manage this curriculum into the regular school day. 81.40%
I understand how the student/parent materials can be distributed. 88.84%
I feel comfortable sharing my new knowledge when I return. 88.84%
Total: 87.05%

Comments from Conference Attendees

“The training was very well presented. The facilitators are all personable and caring.
I feel everything was explained and answered well. I came away feeling very supported!”

Parent & Community Involvement Specialist; Scottsdale, Arizona

“Thank you for introducing me to such a great program that is scientifically based, measurable, [and] affordable for my school.”

Assistant Principal; Valley Springs, California

“There are not many workshops that you will attend where presenters talk about or present the information with the level of enthusiasm as these presenters do. The entire staff presents a pleasant atmosphere for all attendees. The family engagement theme is evident throughout the conference.”

Parent Coordinator; Lumberton, North Carolina

“The content is excellent for small and large population[s]. [I] liked the measurments (online based).”

Director of Community, Collaboration, & Partnerships; Lafayette, Louisiana

“I am so impressed at how well-organized this conference is.
I also commend all of the presenters for their knowledge of the ‘I Care’ system.”

Teacher; Twin Falls, Idaho

“This is a well-thought-out program and I liked that those who trained were knowledgeable.
The energy and positive attitudes were appreciated.”

Parent Involvement Coordinator; Gilbert, Arizona

“The ‘I Care’ overall experience was outstanding as usual! This conference keeps getting better! Great job!!”

Title I Coordinator; Alexandria, Louisiana



Feedback from our Certification Conference in
Atlanta, Georgia held on November 20-22, 2013


94.82%

Overall Conference Score
# of Evaluation Forms Returned & Included: 22 (of 29 attendees)


Overall
Training
The total training session was of high quality. 95.45%
The training content will be useful to me. 95.45%
The trainer’s overall effectiveness was high. 98.18%
The trainer was organized and prepared. 99.09%
Total: 97.05%

Product
Knowledge
I feel comfortable with my knowledge of the research basis for “I Care.” 90.91%
I feel that this approach to parental involvement could be successful in my school. 94.55%
I understand the measurement components. 94.55%
I have a good idea of how to integrate and manage this curriculum into the regular school day. 93.64%
I understand how the student/parent materials can be distributed. 94.55%
I feel comfortable sharing my new knowledge when I return. 91.82%
Total: 93.33%

Comments from Conference Attendees

“Very pleasant atmosphere; easy to approach presenters.
Great to have schools come and share their experiences.”

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“I think this conference was extremely thorough—concise, specific, and practical (presentations explaining how it was implemented in different schools/districts). I liked how the conference started with concerns/questions/
challenges and then they were revisited on the last day. It made me feel that we were listened to, our specific concerns were addressed, and we are leaving with concrete steps that can be implemented.”

Teacher; San Jose, California

“Information was provided in an effective, organized, and well prepared manner.”

Federal Programs Coordinator; Selma, Alabama

“[I] really appreciate the organization and keeping to time constraints to be sure all topics were covered.”

Gifted Teacher; Cleveland, Ohio

“Every presenter was exciting! I feel our school will benefit from this program.”

Parent & Community Involvement Specialist; Scottsdale, Arizona

“Training was very complete. Training was very professional, yet comfortable and laid back.”

Instructional Intervention Teacher; Commerce, Georgia



Feedback from our Certification Conference in
San Antonio, Texas held on June 19-21, 2013


83.46%

Overall Conference Score
# of Evaluation Forms Returned & Included: 41 (of 72 attendees)


Overall
Training
The total training session was of high quality. 82.44%
The training content will be useful to me. 84.39%
The trainer’s overall effectiveness was high. 82.44%
The trainer was organized and prepared. 89.27%
Total: 84.63%

Product
Knowledge
I feel comfortable with my knowledge of the research basis for “I Care.” 81.95%
I feel that this approach to parental involvement could be successful in my school. 85.85%
I understand the measurement components. 82.93%
I have a good idea of how to integrate and manage this curriculum into the regular school day. 78.54%
I understand how the student/parent materials can be distributed. 86.34%
I feel comfortable sharing my new knowledge when I return. 80.49%
Total: 82.68%

Comments from Conference Attendees

“This conference was very informative about the ‘I Care’ Curriculum. This was very organized and all of the conference facilitators were courteous and seemed genuine.”

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“The information and material is excellent. I am excited about sharing the information at my school.”

Teacher; Shreveport, Louisiana

“Awesome information! I cannot wait to start the new year and successfully implement ‘I Care.’”

Counselor; Navasota, Texas

“I believe this system will help build positive character traits in my students as well as remind my staff [of] the importance of possessing good character.”

Attendee; Norfolk, Virginia

“Thank you for your time and knowledge and all you do for kids. I learned a lot. Overall excellent experience well worth my time.”

Superintendent; Wrangell, Alaska

“You (staff) continue to be consistent in the delivery of the information. Excitement and data are continual selling tools.”

Coordinator; Shreveport, Louisiana



Feedback from our Certification Conference in
Atlanta, Georgia held on December 13-15, 2012


91.14%

Overall Conference Score
# of Evaluation Forms Returned & Included: 28 (of 41 attendees)


Overall
Training
The total training session was of high quality. 95.00%
The training content will be useful to me. 93.57%
The trainer’s overall effectiveness was high. 94.29%
The trainer was organized and prepared. 95.71%
Total: 95.64%

Product
Knowledge
I feel comfortable with my knowledge of the research basis for “I Care.” 85.00%
I feel that this approach to parental involvement could be successful in my school. 91.43%
I understand the measurement components. 87.14%
I have a good idea of how to integrate and manage this curriculum into the regular school day. 85.71%
I understand how the student/parent materials can be distributed. 93.57%
I feel comfortable sharing my new knowledge when I return. 90.00%
Total: 88.81%

Comments from Conference Attendees

“I thoroughly enjoyed the training. It gave me the motivation to champion my peaks and valleys as I thrive to engage all families at my schools. The trainers were funny, open, transparent, and empowering to their audience. The product was measurable and provided the clarity that I was missing throughout the years.”

SAFE Liaison; Newport News, Virginia

“Best training ever! Awesome training! It renewed my enthusiasm to keep going.”

Parent Coordinator; Hinesville, Georgia

“What I like most [about] the ‘I Care’ program is the high standards and warmth of the directors and staff, knowing that the primary priority is about the kids and the future.”

Bilingual Cultural Mentor; Memphis, Tennessee

“The enthusiasm, information, and full program content was excellent. I learned so much information.”

Parent Involvement Coordinator; Ludowici, Georgia

“As usual, this has been an outstanding training session. Presenters were awesome! I learn more at each training. I am hopeful for full implementation in our district.”

Attendee; Lumberton, North Carolina

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