Engagement: A New Measure for School Success

Come join us to learn how Gallup's breakthrough findings about student engagement and staff engagement can affect outcomes in your schools. You'll learn the results of a multi-year 100,000-student study across 18 states and see how this information can be applied at your district.

The "engaged schools" initiative is founded in Gallup research that allows schools to measure engagement -- the emotional connection that employees and students feel toward their school. Staff and student engagement has been shown to drive positive outcomes and can explain much of the variance in school performance. High engagement can result in better staff retention and productivity and fewer safety incidents -- major costs that can drain district resources.

Whether districts are evaluating academic achievement or school climate surveys, these assessments typically reflect what has happened in the past; they don't give leaders reliable data on where a school will be in the future. Gallup's engagement data, in contrast, can provide district leaders with a picture of what school performance is likely to be tomorrow based on the emotional commitment of staff and students today. By focusing on the elements that truly engage students and teachers, our data provide principals and administrators with a leading indicator of where their schools or districts will be in the future.

Building an engaged school is among the most transformational initiatives our clients undertake. With the right metrics and strategic interventions, schools can achieve real gains. This event will provide you with a foundation on the concept of student and staff engagement and prepare you to make crucial decisions at your district. You'll also hear best practices from other districts and receive a unique opportunity to network with peers.

Engagement: A New Measure for School Success is offered at various locations. For more information about upcoming event dates, or contact the Education Practice at 800.288.8592.