Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning

Freshman Success - A Tier 1 Ninth-Grade Transition Program That Improves Engagement, Attendance, and Credit Accrual

Evidence in Action

Keiana Cross | Published: April 25th, 2025 by K20 Center

  • PLANS Data Source Grade Level Attendance, Engagement

Summary

This brief examines the Freshmen Success (FS) intervention model's impact on ninth-grade student engagement, attendance, credits earned, and GPA. The study found significant improvements in motivation, engagement, attendance, and credits earned, but no significant effect on GPA.