In schools that tried CSR and failed, school leaders frequently made hasty and uninformed decisions about what approach to follow, or pursued an approach pressed upon them from outside. These schools did not go through a deliberate process of examining their needs and creating a CSR approach that met those needs. This guide's purpose is to help you make good decisions about comprehensive school reform. But successful comprehensive school reform is about much more than choosing a model. It is about developing a common vision of change with the power to sustain the school community through the hard work of school reform.
Program assists public schools in implementing effective, comprehensive school designs.
To be eligible for CSRD Program funds, your school must implement a comprehensive approach that meets nine criteria outlined in the authorizing legislation. The bottom line, however, is that eligibility for CSRD Program funds requires that your school choose an approach that meets nine criteria. Meeting these criteria means having a clear idea of where you are going, a well-thought out plan for getting there, and a means of measuring your progress. Nine Criteria for Choosing Models 1. Comprehensive design with aligned components 2.