Since Ditmas IS 62 became ON_DEC, the following are some of the positive outcomes:
Students have demonstrated year on year improvement in standardized test scores
Students showed more positive changes in attendance as compared to middle school students citywide
More than 90% of educators indicated that their productivity as a teacher increased as a result of the use of technology
75% of parents with more than one child reported that other children in the household are using the ON_DEC computer for schoolwork and to improve their academic skills
Summary of Impact- ON_DEC program
Close to 5,000 PCs installed in students homes, creating a “digital community” in Brooklyn, NY of over 19,000 people and close to 4,000 people in Tampa, Florida. For the majority of families, the ON_DEC computer they receive is the only working computer in the household.
Nearly 5,250+ hours of staff professional development including training on software applications, using data in instruction, creating new curriculum and lessons anchored in using the tools of technology in the classroom
23,020+ hours of parent training between both communities
Close to 2,000 JPMorgan Chase volunteers have been involved – many volunteering each year. To date, employees have given close to 37,200 hours of service to the program
Validated by Policy Studies Associates, Inc. (PSA)
A three year longitudinal study of the ON_DEC model was performed by PSA, an independent research firm. The research indicates that the ON_DEC program can be an effective model for infusing technology into an entire school community and improving student outcomes. If you are interested in this research, please contact dkoon@logonforlearning.org
Findings show significant progress in areas fundamental to academic success.
PSA studied ON_DEC's implementation at Ditmas IS 62 for three years. Findings show significant progress in areas fundamental to educational development: Student performance (e.g. test scores, attendance), expectations for their performance in school, and their educational aspirations have risen. A community of students, families, educators and volunteers has strengthened and increased family accountability, communication, educational focus, and changed culture.
