Services
Program Evaluation
Quantitative and qualitative methods are used to obtain data from multiple sources to derive a rich picture of a program, its operation, and its results.
Using a broad range of evaluation methodologies, we are experienced in conducting needs assessments, process evaluations, and outcome evaluations. We have demonstrated a commitment to quality and scientific integrity in program evaluation and stand behind the utility of our evaluations as powerful tools for guiding program and policy development.
We provide expertise in all phases of program evaluation, including reviews of research and practice literature, study design, implementation of single- and multi-site evaluations, and synthesis of findings, including policy and practice implications. PolicyWorks, Ltd. has served as the independent external evaluator for federally-funded, multi-year demonstration projects in the areas of substance abuse and delinquency prevention, child welfare, school safety, and healthy marriage. Working closely with clients throughout the process ensures evaluation effectiveness in meeting the unique information needs of our clients.
Policy Analysis and Development
Methods of policy analysis are used to enhance understanding of contemporary public policy issues, to identify and assess potential policy options, and to develop clear, defensible positions. We have provided in-depth analyses for lawmakers, governing boards, opinion leaders, academia and advocacy organizations. PolicyWorks, Ltd. serves as an objective source of information, independent of interest groups and partisan agendas.
Publications and Curriculum Development
Publications developed have focused on underage alcohol use, truancy prevention/intervention, crime prevention, school-law enforcement partnerships, juvenile and school law, campus/school safety, and positive youth development.
See Publications and Recent Projects for more detailed descriptions of publications and curricula developed.
Publications have included the following:
Community Guide to Underage Drinking Prevention
Parent Guide to Preventing Underage Drinking
Parent Guide to Student Discipline Policies in Virginia.
Resource Guide for Crisis Management and Emergency Response in Virginia Schools.
Strengthening Adoption Practice, Listening to Adoptive Families. Child Welfare, Volume 86, No. 2, pp. 87-104. Creating Community Service Opportunities for Suspended and Expelled Youth: A Final Report on Virginia’s Experience.
Transforming Concept into Reality: A Guide for Creating Community Service Opportunities for Suspended and Expelled Students in New Jersey.
Creating Community Service Opportunities for Suspended and Expelled Youth: The Virginia Experience. Richmond, VA: Virginia Department of Education.
Improving Attendance: A Resource Guide for Virginia Schools
KIDsafe Virginia Parent Guide to Personal Safety for Children
KIDsafe Virginia Parent Guide to Crime Prevention for Teens.
Fostering School-Law Enforcement Partnerships
Virginia Juvenile Law Handbook for School Administrators, 2002 and 2004 Updates
Planning for Results: The Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Program Planning and Evaluation Handbook (see Greystone Publishers)
The Successful School Resource Officer Program: Effective School and Law Enforcement Partnerships (see Greystone Publishers)
Resource Guide for Crisis Management in Schools, 2002
A Directory of Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention Resources for Schools and Communities in Virginia
Virginia State Incentive Grant Evaluation Guide
The Virginia School Search Resource Guide
School-Law Enforcement Partnerships in Virginia
Youth Violence Prevention in Virginia: A Needs Assessment
Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Program Planning and Evaluation Handbook.
Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Local Advisory Council Primer
Early Reading Interventions: What Works?
School Resource Officer Handbook
Virginia Juvenile Law Handbook for School Administrators
Guide to Crisis Management in Schools
Curricula developed have focused on law-related education for teens, crime prevention, campus/school safety and security, prevention program planning and evaluation, and school resource officer/school security officer training.
Virginia Campus Security Officer Basic Training (2008)
Prevention Through Information – Virginia (PTI-VA) Training Products
Discipline, Crime, and Violence Data Collection and Data Use Online Training Modules.
Discipline, Crime, and Violence Data Collection Curriculum and Data Use Curriculum.
Discipline, Crime, and Violence Online Tutorial.
Protect and Respect: Crime Prevention for Seniors.
KIDsafe Virginia Personal Safety Lessons for Children
KIDsafe Virginia Crime Prevention Lessons for Teens
KIDsafe Virginia Parent Guide to Personal Safety for Children
KIDsafe Virginia Parent Guide to Crime Prevention for Teens
Planning for Results: Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Program Planning and Evaluation.
School Resource Officer Basic Training.
National COPS in Schools Training.
Program Planning and Evaluation for Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Coordinators.
Prevention Basics.
Protect and Respect Personal Safety and Crime Prevention Curriculum
KIDsafe Virginia Personal Safety Lessons for Children
KIDsafe Virginia Crime Prevention Lessons for Teens
Planning for Results: Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Program Planning and Evaluation
School Resource Officer Basic Training
National COPS in Schools Training
Program Planning and Evaluation for Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Coordinators
Prevention Basics
Strategic Planning and Quality Assurance Systems
PolicyWorks, Ltd. provides skillful facilitation and the design of systems to measure progress in achieving organizational goals and objectives strengthen accountability and improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
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