Abstract The post-pandemic return to school posed many challenges for educational leaders. Administrative teams had to come up with plans to close achievement gaps created by an extended period of remote learning. One suburban New Jersey high school identified at-risk students and created an Academic Mentoring Support (AMS) program as an intervention. Once students were identified by their mathematics grades, they were placed in the Academic Mentoring Support classes as part of their regular...

Abstract Poor student attendance is a leading indicator of future school difficulties, including low achievement, increased discipline issues, and a greater chance of dropout. In addition to individual declines, school culture can feel the effects of chronic absenteeism through student and teacher frustration and lower school morale. The purpose of this study is to assess the impact of an intervention/mentoring program designed to improve school attendance and academic performance. Students worked...

Abstract For many school districts, transitioning from middle school to high school poses significant challenges for freshman students. These challenges encompass academic, behavioral, mental, and social aspects, presenting ongoing difficulties for high school educators, staff, and administrators annually. In response, a public high school in New Jersey introduced a peer mentoring program, leveraging the experience of upperclassmen to aid freshmen during this crucial transition. The objective of...